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Educational Technology

Create the future of education with a degree in Educational Technology from the University of Central Missouri. High-quality, affordable and accessible, our 100% online programs are nationally recognized for their extraordinary value.

Studying educational technology will empower you with the knowledge and confidence to design effective curricula and adapt quickly to changing environments. Our graduates go on to become leaders in their fields and mentors for other educators.

Gain in-demand skills through UCM’s 100% online Educational Technology programs

Curriculum Development: Learn science-backed methods for designing and developing curricula that engage learners and how to adapt a curriculum to new information or a changing environment.
Instructional Design: Leaders need to innovate. By discovering how to create systems that meet learners’ needs, you’ll be able to design solutions that lead your school, district or training program to success.
Online Teaching and Learning: Virtual instruction, whether synchronous or asynchronous, is becoming more commonplace today. At UCM, you’ll not only study the technology necessary but also the means to communicate with students and assess their progress.

Choosing one of our three areas of emphasis, as part of the M.S. and Ed.S. programs, will allow you to tailor your experience to your career goals.

Areas of Emphasis:

Area 1 - General Education Technology
Area 2 - Learning Technologies
Area 3 - Adult Learning/Corporate Training

Contact

Lauren Hays, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Lovinger 4114
Warrensburg, MO
Tel: 660-543-8615
lauhays@ucmo.edu

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Find your Educational Technology future at UCM

UCM emphasizes experiential learning in a supportive, student-centered environment. Our 100% online Education Technology degree programs are designed to bring you a connected, dynamic learning experience, no matter where in the world you are:

Responsive faculty: Take courses with educators who care about your professional success and personal well-being. We adjust to your needs, whether that’s by offering synchronous meetings or by modifying coursework to accommodate special interests.
Cutting-edge content: Educational Technology’s advisory board — comprised of current and former students, school district administrators and industry professionals — conducts an annual review of our courses as part of our strategy to continually refresh our content.
Robust networking: Group work and collaborative assignments will give you opportunities to connect with your peers, while synchronous events will help you build connections in the field. Like UCM faculty and fellow students, you may get involved with local, national and international professional organizations.

What can you do with a degree in one of UCM’s Educational Technology programs?

UCM’s online Educational Technology degree programs can powerfully launch your career or take it to the next level. Our program graduates help steer their schools and training programs through changing times, adapting content and strategies for maximum efficacy.

Learning environments everywhere are seeking candidates with Educational Technology degrees. Our programs will prepare you to step into training and leadership roles in a wide variety of fields, including: