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Doctoral Programs in Educational Psychology and Educational Technology
The doctoral program in Educational Psychology and Educational Technology is designed for persons who show promise of becoming scholars and leaders in the study of human learning and development in varied educational settings and the design of diverse technologies that support learning and teaching. The program prepares graduates to pursue careers in university research and teaching, research and development of online learning environments, and leadership in school systems and the private sector. The program has extensive international collaborations with scholars around the world studying ways of integrating technology in teaching and learning of science, mathematics, and languages. Doctoral students focus their studies in one of following emphasis areas:
- Educational Psychology (Learning and Development). Faculty and doctoral students in this area investigate human learning and development in various settings such as schools, workplaces, communities, and homes. Through these investigations, faculty and students seek to understand and improve educational practice.
- Educational Technology (Technology and Education). Faculty and doctoral students in this area seek to understand and improve the use of powerful multimedia technologies to support learning and teaching. A major focus of research in the program is on how the design of interactive and online environments can enhance teaching and learning.
- Language and Literacy Doctoral Specialization Option. Students in either emphasis area who are especially interested in literacy may apply for admission to the Language and Literacy Doctoral Specialization, which is offered jointly with the Teacher Education department. For more information, see http://ed-web3.educ.msu.edu/phdliteracy/program.htm.
Program requirements include coursework as approved by a faculty guidance committee; passing the departmental preliminary examination at the end of the first year; completing a research apprenticeship during the second or third year; passing the comprehensive examination after the apprenticeship and completion of 80% of coursework; and successfully completing a dissertation. Students are also expected to participate regularly in seminars, colloquy, research projects, conferences, and other professional activities.
Applicants should submit materials by December 1 in order to have full opportunity for financial support. Applications submitted by January 5 will be considered as part of the regular review process for admission in fall semester and may be considered for financial support. Applications received after January 5 will be reviewed if space is available in the cohort admitted for fall semester. For more information, see http://ed-web3.educ.msu.edu/ltc/
Master's Degree Program in Educational Technology
The master's degree program in Educational Technology prepares teachers, administrators, media specialists, computer coordinators, and other educational professionals for thoughtful use of multimedia technologies to support teaching and learning in a range of educational environments. The program draws on theories of learning and development to understand the role of technology in learning and instruction. Students focus their studies in one of two emphasis areas:
- Teaching with Technology in School Settings. This emphasis area, offered as a cohort-based program in East Lansing, Traverse City, and England, is intended primarily for teachers interested in the use of technology to deepen student understanding of subject matter and enhance student problem-solving ability. Ten courses (30 credits) are completed during summers and academic years.
- Learning, Design and Technology. This emphasis area, which is available only on the East Lansing campus, is intended for educational professionals interested in the design and evaluation of online and desktop multimedia learning environments, including web-based and other multimedia tools. Students must complete 30 course credits and a final evaluation.
Applications are due February 15. For more information, see http://edutech.educ.msu.edu/masters/
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