Master of Science in Education in Curriculum & Instruction – Teaching Technology Online

Position yourself at the forefront of integrating technology into the classroom while preparing to make an immediate impact on students' skills and comprehension.

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Program Overview

What our online MSEd. in Curriculum & Instruction – Teaching Technology offers you

In this master’s in curriculum & instruction online program from Northwest Missouri State University, you will learn to develop relevant, technology-rich teaching strategies to engage and motivate K-12 students through practical, hands-on coursework.

Today, it's more important than ever for educators to have a thorough understanding of technology. This educational technology online teaching degree program gives you knowledge to stay ahead of the tech curve—whatever your current knowledge—along with the comprehension and confidence to successfully integrate various technologies into the K-12 classroom. You will develop relevant, technologically advanced teaching strategies to inspire students.

Northwest is renowned for exceptional education programs, and online courses are taught by the same respected faculty who teach on campus.

Graduates of this online degree program will be able to:

  • Review, evaluate and implement current multimedia tools to improve training and learning
  • Enhance and facilitate training and learning through research-based instructional design
  • Evaluate and address technological implications affecting society and education
  • Develop and implement assessment strategies to analyze results for data-driven decision-making
  • Develop and demonstrate construction of a virtual online environment
  • Teach dual-credit courses in computer applications for high school students
  • Review, evaluate and implement current multimedia tools to improve training and learning
  • Enhance and facilitate training and learning through research-based instructional design
  • Evaluate and address technological implications affecting society and education
  • Develop and implement assessment strategies to analyze results for data-driven decision-making
  • Develop and demonstrate construction of a virtual online environment
  • Teach dual-credit courses in computer applications for high school students

Teaching career opportunities include:

  • District Instructional Coach
  • Teacher Leader
  • Dual Credit High School Teacher
  • Community College Teacher
  • Corporate Trainer
  • District Instructional Coach
  • Teacher Leader
  • Dual Credit High School Teacher
  • Community College Teacher
  • Corporate Trainer

Accreditation:

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Northwest Missouri State University is accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) and is recognized by the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education™ (DESE) and the Higher Learning Commission.

Also available:

Northwest offers a variety of specialized online education program options. Check out our other online education programs.

Total Tuition $11,730*
Program Duration As few as 12 months
Credit Hours 30

Accreditation:

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Northwest Missouri State University is accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) and is recognized by the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education™ (DESE) and the Higher Learning Commission.

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Tuition

Our affordable program tuition includes fees

Our MSEd. in Curriculum & Instruction — Teaching Technology online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.

Tuition breakdown:

Total Tuition $11,730*
Per Credit Hour $391

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Calendar

Milestones to guide your student journey

Northwest online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.

TermProgram Start DateApplication DeadlineDocument DeadlineRegistration DeadlinePayment DueLast Class Day
Fall 210/21/2410/7/2410/10/2410/14/2410/16/2412/6/24
Spring 11/13/251/3/251/6/251/7/251/8/252/28/25
Spring 23/10/252/24/252/27/253/3/253/5/254/25/25
Summer 15/5/254/21/254/24/254/28/254/30/256/20/25
Summer 26/23/256/6/256/11/256/13/256/17/258/8/25

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Next Apply Date: 1/3/25
Next Class Start Date: 1/13/25
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Admissions

Find your fit in our online teaching technology program

At Northwest, we've streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the MSEd. in Curriculum & Instruction – Teaching Technology online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them.

Admission Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
  • GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended

To apply for this program, you must meet these requirements:

  • An official undergraduate transcript from a regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 OR an official undergraduate transcript from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of 2.50 to 2.74 with a 3.0 GPA in the first six semester hours of graduate study at Northwest in the major where admission is requested.
  • Documentation of ONE of the following:
    • Valid state issued teaching certificate OR two years previous teaching experience with a valid teaching certificate
    • 3.5 or higher on the analytical writing measure of the GRE
    • Successful completion of another master's degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education with at least a 2.75 GPA
    • Successful completion of nationally normed educational performance assessment (MoPTA, edTPA, etc.)
    • Departmental analytical writing assessment with a 4.0 score or higher (based on the modified CUNY scale)
    • National Board Certification

If you are a non-Missouri student, you should determine whether this program fits the certification requirements for your state.

Official transcript(s) can be emailed to: [email protected]. To submit official documents by mail, send them to:

Graduate Records Specialist
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001

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Admission Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
  • GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended

Courses

What you’ll learn in your online master’s degree in teaching technology courses

For the MSEd. in Curriculum & Instruction – Teaching Technology online, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses (30 credit hours).

Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will focus on the development of skills related to finding, evaluating, analyzing, prioritizing and integrating data sources for the improvement of student learning. Students will retrieve data, develop an action plan for improvement, and create a project demonstrating proficiency in data literacy.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Students who complete this course understand and demonstrate the capability to promote the success and well-being of each student by applying the knowledge, skills and commitments necessary for equitable protocols for student support, equitable access in a least restrictive environment, responsive practices for culturally responsive teaching and leadership, and a supportive school culture that ensures each student and family is treated fairly. 27 hours field experience embedded in the course.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course will begin with a review of current research on the role of quality feedback in the improvement of achievement and performance. Students will analyze student work and practice providing descriptive feedback. The role of performance feedback in the improvement of instructional practice will be reviewed and students will practice providing feedback through peer review. Finally, students will review literature on the development of effective goal setting resulting in the creation of goals that align with the feedback provided on student work and peer review.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on the leadership qualities necessary to create a digital culture in schools. Instructional leaders must focus on ways to connect and collaborate to achieve the hallmarks of 21st century learning. Students will explore a framework for digital leadership which will promote a culture that harnesses the power of technology within the school environment.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
An examination of standards, curriculum, and assessment for the integration of technology in learning and training environments.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
The primary focus of this course will be on web-based multimedia concepts, terminology, media elements, planning, and design, as well as the emerging software used to create and distribute interactive, web-based multimedia and applications.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
Examines the fundamental principles of instructional design as they apply to instruction, learning and educational media technology. Special emphasis on web-based instructional design and delivery.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course provides an in-depth study of building an online, collaborative learning environment. The focus will be on designing an effective, quality online course for successful eLearning. The course will explore various topics as they relate to online teaching and learning such as: online teaching methods and strategies, student engagement and motivation, differentiated learning, interactive content, authentic assessments, project-based learning, collaborative communication, and course management systems. (F, even years)
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to learn how action research can contribute to an analysis of learning and instruction that best benefits students or learners through the integration of technology. During this course, candidates will identify a technology problem or question, complete a literature review, and complete an action research project.
Duration: 7 Weeks weeks
Credit Hours: 3
This course includes a profession-based technology project designed to integrate computer-related skills, current technologies and practices, and research. Pre-requisite: 44-656 Academic Inquiry – Teaching Technology

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Northwest Missouri State University is ranked #1 among the "Best Online Colleges in Missouri" by SR Education Group (2020)

Highly Qualified Faculty

100% of classes are taught by professionals, not graduate assistants

*Tuition and fees are based on current rates. Textbooks and laptops are not included with tuition.

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