Concentrations in:
Computer Science Certification, Instructional Technology
The master's degree in computer education is designed for teachers and others who want to further their education in the use of computers and related technology in schools or other instructional settings. Appropriate for teachers at any grade level and for any subject matter area, the curriculum is designed to accommodate students with minimal background in computers.
Degree options are offered for students wishing to teach computer science in high school (requires state certification in computer science), and for students interested in teaching with technology and computers (instructional technology) or teaching computer applications and computer literacy (does not require state certification in computer science).
The master's degree in computer education can be earned either on a full-time or part-time basis. All courses are available in the late afternoon or evening. Full-time students can normally complete the degree in a minimum of three semesters. Students can select either a thesis or non-thesis option.
The goal of the program is to enable students to teach introductory computer science, computer literacy and programming; use technology and computers in a wide variety of educational setting; and evaluate and create educational software materials.
Research Facilities and Activities
Computers and a variety of hardware and software are available for student use in the departmental computer laboratory. Additionally, Evans library house a computer laboratory with an extensive software library. Departmental research includes study in a variety of aspects of computer education and educational technology.
An applicant must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
If the program is to be used for teacher certification purposes, the applicant must hold certification (or be certifiable) at the elementary, middle and/or high school levels.
For general admissions requirements, please refer to the Graduate Information and Regulations section of the catalog.
The program can be completed on a part-time or full-time basis, and requires a minimum of 30 credit hours for a thesis track and 33 credit hours for a non-thesis track.
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