Education Specialist Educational Technology Specialist - University of Missouri

Education Specialist Educational Technology Specialist from University of Missouri is a Online Specialist Information Technology degree that prepares you for a IT career. Building on a Master's degree , the purpose of the Education Specialist (EdS) emphasis area in Educational Technology is to prepare educators and technologists for excellence and leadership in the design, development, and implementation of educational technology resources and interventions. While some EdS students have Master's degrees in Educational Technology , most come from other backgrounds, leveraging their experiences to accelerate their professional development. All EdS students recognize the importance of life-long learning in a technology-rich environment and view themselves as change agents committed to advancing the use of technology to improve learning and teaching across many contexts. Graduates of the degree program will find opportunities to use their knowledge and competencies in classrooms, library/media centers, school districts, industry, and software development groups. Program Details Prerequisite: Master's Degree Requirements: A354 Introduction to Educational Statistics A409 Overview of Educational Research 24-30 hours of coursework from a focus area, depending on background. Minimum of 15 hours at 400 Level. Focus Areas Technology in Schools Network Learning Systems Training and Development In consultation with an academic advisor, a student's degree program of study is based on one of three focus areas. The courses included in the degree program of study must be approved by the student's advisor and the EdS committee. Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Information Technology courses.