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Department of Educational Technology and Library Science
The Department of Educational Technology and Library Science at the University of Central Missouri offers 100% online graduate degree paths that are the perfect next step if you’re a current teacher whose aim is to get out of the classroom or take your career to the next level. As a professional with any bachelor’s degree, you can work at your own pace to earn your graduate degree while developing both the practical and theoretical knowledge you’ll need to work in a library, cultural institution, K-12 classroom, information agency, health care field, corporate training program or to take on the role of a technology specialist.
Our fine-tuned virtual teaching approach affords future librarians and technology professionals the best education, with small, focused courses that attract people from all over the world. You can complete your courses at any time, anywhere. Meanwhile, faculty members also offer Zoom meetings to keep you feeling connected to our community.
Career-focused curriculum
Our online learning model incorporates plenty of chances to connect with your peers and UCM faculty and expand your professional network and knowledge. Examples of specialized opportunities in the Department of Educational Technology and Library Science include personalized advising and invitations to join a wide variety of conferences and Zoom speakers.
Department Mission
Our mission is to provide dynamic and accessible online graduate programs in Educational Technology and Library Science that equip educators, library and information professionals, instructional designers, and corporate trainers with the knowledge, skills, and resources to leverage information and technology effectively in diverse learning, information, and training environments.
Department Vision
Our vision is to lead the transformation of educational environments such as K12 schools,
institutions of higher education, libraries, companies, and organizations by empowering
professionals with innovative and inclusive approaches to instructional technology,
information science, and instructional design.
We envision a future where our alumni are empowered to integrate information and technology
seamlessly into diverse learning and information settings, enrich educational experiences,
and empower corporations.
Through our commitment to excellence and forward-thinking pedagogy, we aim to shape
the future of educational technology and
library science by equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge to inspire,
engage, and empower learners and colleagues of all backgrounds and foster lifelong
learning and discovery.
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Approved by the AASL
94% of students find jobs within 6 mos
10:1 teacher-to-student ratio
Faculty have real-world experience
AASL publishing opportunities
Disciplines within the Department of Educational Technology and Library Science
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