Educational Technology, M.A.

This completely online program focuses on developing expertise in teaching and training with technology for varied contexts—K–12 schools, universities, workplaces, museums, and nonprofits. This degree is intended to develop a broad range of technological expertise while exploring the use of current and emerging technologies for effective and efficient teaching in a dynamic, global society. Areas of focus will include online teaching and training, multimedia technology integration, innovative teaching techniques, and educational games and simulations. All coursework is project-based with immediate applicability to real-world practice. NJ Supervisory Certification may be earned with degree.

Admissions requirements:

  • Official transcript(s) with 2.75 or higher GPA
  • Essay
  • Resume
  • Interview (via telephone or virtual)

Transfer Student Information:

For the purpose of transfer credit, courses taken at another accredited college or university must be approved by the University Admissions and academic departments.   

Transfer of credits from another college or university may be considered only after the student is fully matriculated into the degree program.

A maximum of one quarter of the number of credits required for a master's degree may be accepted as transfer credits from an accredited college or university if the courses for which they were earned are similar in purpose and content to those offered at NJCU, and are clearly integrated with the student's program as judged by the student's advisor and the University Admissions. Transfer credits must carry a grade of "B" (3.0) or higher; pass/fail credits are not transferable. Credits which are seven years old, or older, are not applicable to a graduate program at New Jersey City University. Credits earned to complete a previous degree may not be applied toward another degree at New Jersey City University.

EDTC 614Introduction to Distance Learning3
EDTC 616Technology In Special Education Curriculum3
EDTC 618Learning Theories, Motivation, & Relationship to Technology3
or EDTC 645 STEM Foundations: Rethink Learning
EDTC 620Special Topics in Educational Technology3
EDTC 621Leading Curriculum Change Using the Internet3
EDTC 622Research Applications in Educational Technology I3
EDTC 623Introductuction to Educational Technology3
EDTC 625Integrating STEM Across the Curriculum3
EDTC 627Seminar: Current Issues and Trends in Educational Technology3
EDTC 628Research Applications in Educational technology II3
EDTC 631Administration and Supervision of Technology in Educational Settings3
EDTC 642Curriculum Design: STEM Authoring Tools3

Option 1

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Semester 1Credits
EDTC 614 Introduction to Distance Learning 3
EDTC 642 Curriculum Design: STEM Authoring Tools 3
 Credits6
Semester 2
EDTC 623 Introductuction to Educational Technology 3
EDTC 618
Learning Theories, Motivation, & Relationship to Technology
or STEM Foundations: Rethink Learning
3
 Credits6
Summer 1
EDTC 620 Special Topics in Educational Technology 3
 Credits3
Summer 2
EDTC 621 Leading Curriculum Change Using the Internet 3
 Credits3
Second Year
Semester 1
EDTC 631 Administration and Supervision of Technology in Educational Settings 3
EDTC 627 Seminar: Current Issues and Trends in Educational Technology 3
 Credits6
Semester 2
EDTC 625 Integrating STEM Across the Curriculum 3
EDTC 616 Technology In Special Education Curriculum (or students may choose to take EDTC 612 in the Fall or EDTC 624 or EDTC 633 in Summer I) 3
 Credits6
Third Year
Semester 1
EDTC 622 Research Applications in Educational Technology I 3
 Credits3
Semester 2
EDTC 628 Research Applications in Educational technology II 3
 Credits3
 Total Credits36

Accelerated Option 2:

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
Semester 1Credits
EDTC 618
Learning Theories, Motivation, & Relationship to Technology
or STEM Foundations: Rethink Learning
3
EDTC 623 Introductuction to Educational Technology 3
EDTC 625 Integrating STEM Across the Curriculum 3
 Credits9
Semester 2
EDTC 614 Introduction to Distance Learning 3
EDTC 622 Research Applications in Educational Technology I 3
EDTC 642 Curriculum Design: STEM Authoring Tools 3
 Credits9
Summer 1
EDTC 620 Special Topics in Educational Technology 3
EDTC 627 Seminar: Current Issues and Trends in Educational Technology 3
EDTC 631 Administration and Supervision of Technology in Educational Settings 3
 Credits9
Summer 2
EDTC 621 Leading Curriculum Change Using the Internet 3
 Credits3
Second Year
Semester 1
EDTC 616 Technology In Special Education Curriculum 3
EDTC 628 Research Applications in Educational technology II 3
 Credits6
 Total Credits36

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Educational Technology program, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate mastery of the subject matter they plan to teach.
  2. Demonstrate their pedagogical knowledge, integrating their understanding of their pupils’ developmental levels, individual differences, learning exceptionalities, and sociocultural backgrounds.
  3. Demonstrate effective instruction, caring behavior, and reflection to improve practice.
  4. Know and value how individuals are shaped by their life experiences as mediated by factors such as social class, gender, race, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, age, and social needs. Our candidates know, value, and engage in culturally responsive teaching to promote social justice, particularly in our urban areas.
  5. Use appropriate technology in carrying out their professional responsibilities.