M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction -Educational Technology Innovate Education with Technology
36
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Advance Classroom Learning with a Master’s in Educational Technology and Online Instruction
As technology continues to grow into an essential part of our society, teachers are learning new ways to implement it in classroom settings to enhance the student educational experience. Liberty University’s 100% online Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Technology and Online Instruction can help you transition into the field of instructional technology from a traditional teaching background.
This master’s program can equip you to use the latest technology to enhance student learning, demonstrate ethical leadership practices, and apply current technology research to many learning settings.
Why Choose Liberty’s M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Technology and Online Instruction Program?
Liberty University was founded in 1971 and remains one of the leading nonprofit Christian universities in the nation. Our educational technology master’s degree seeks to recruit individuals who have dedicated their lives to being at the head of the classroom and educating the students of today and tomorrow. With this goal in mind, our Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction program is designed to prepare candidates for effective leadership in Christian, public, and private schools.
We don’t just train educators — we train educators who want to make a positive impact on the next generation. It’s who you are and who you aspire to become. We want to help you reach your goals, so we’re making a master’s in educational technology that’s more affordable. You can add to your skill set, broaden your professional options, and make a bigger impact on your students with an online graduate degree in education from Liberty University.
Our educational technology and online instruction degree program provides education students like you with unique insights into the successes and problems within this field. Our seasoned professors are available to answer questions or provide mentorship within the program. Liberty University’s MEd in Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Technology and Online Instruction degree prepares educational leaders to promote quality education who use technology responsibly and effectively.
What Will You Study with the Educational Technology and Online Instruction Degree?
Our educational technology and online instruction degree provides foundational knowledge in the learning process. In this instructional technology online program, you will study American education and the emergence of the Christian school movement. Additionally, you will be challenged in curriculum development, with a focus on elementary and secondary education, for construction, organization, and function.
Liberty’s M.Ed. in educational technology online degree program can help you learn how to apply technology for individual learners, focusing on special needs, social and cultural backgrounds, and varying learning styles and preferences. Our Master of Education program can help you develop skills in distance education through studying the application of technology, support, and instructional design. Our educational technology and online instruction degree helps you promote productive learning environments to meet for various educational needs.
Potential Career Opportunities
After completing your technology and online instruction M.Ed. degree, you will have the opportunity to pursue a career in many areas, including:
- School technology director
- School technology specialist
- Technology instructor
Featured Courses
Degree Information
- A maximum of 50% of the program may be transferred in if approved and available.
- Licensure is not available for this program.
- The M.Ed. is offered in 8-week courses, with 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times.
- This program falls under the School of Education.
- View the Graduate Education Course Guides (login required).
Degree Completion Plan
Not sure what to choose?
Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Graduate Education Full-Time | $415/Credit |
---|---|
Graduate Education Part-Time | $615/Credit |
Military Graduate | $275/Credit |
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Admission Information for Liberty’s M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction – Educational Technology
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.5 GPA is required for admission in good standing. Students with a GPA less than 2.5 may be considered for admission on caution. Applicants who have earned a master’s degree or at least 12 graduate credits from an accredited institution will be assessed on the basis of the master’s-level degree work.
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Please note: Licensure requirements vary by state. Be sure to research the licensure requirements for becoming a teacher in your state.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your master’s degree after the last day of class for your bachelor’s degree.
- Complete a Bachelor’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official/unofficial transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show a minimum of 105 completed credit hours.
- If you are a current Liberty University student completing your undergraduate degree, you will need to submit a Degree/Certificate Completion Application.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new master’s degree.
Dual Enrollment
Please see the Online Dual Enrollment page for information about starting graduate courses while finishing your bachelor’s degree.
Transcript Policies
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Admissions Office Contact Information
Liberty University Online Admissions Verification
1971 University Blvd.
Lynchburg, VA 24515
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application online or over the phone.
Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who service in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*Not applicable to certificates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is educational technology?
Educational technology is a specialized study of how to use cutting-edge technologies to build a better classroom from K-12 to the university level. With new digital tools coming to the market every day, education professionals find new ways to leverage these tools to create better learning environments for students at every level.
Teachers use technology to connect with students at the right age and learning level with tailored digital experiences. These tools can help improve learning in the classroom, help students without access to a classroom, and assess processes that make it easier for teachers to know how to help students learn.
Combined with instructional design, teachers and education professionals can build better curriculum and courses that reduce the time needed for mastery, increase comprehension, and increase retention of important information. This discipline is important for schools and invaluable to every other industry that needs to train employees quickly and effectively.
Where can I get a master’s in educational technology? Do I have to come to a campus?
Instructional designers often overcome challenges of distance using digital resources and tools. While earning your master’s of education in information technology, you can take advantage of those same advanced resources for your education. Liberty’s Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction — Educational Technology and Online Instruction is designed with your needs in mind with a 100% online format that does not require any visits to campus.
Educational technology master’s programs teach the best methods for applying new technology to the classroom while building innovative curriculum in an online environment. Whether you are a current teacher looking for new tools or want to work in business training, you can study how to create quality education through educational technology. Liberty University’s curriculum and instruction program can give you the skills and knowledge you need.
What can I do with a master’s in educational technology?
A master’s degree in educational technology can open many doors for your career in either business or education. Instructional designers and technology consultants bridge the gap between learning needs in schools to learning needs in corporate and government organizations. Wherever there is a need for faster, more efficient, and more effective learning programs, education technology experts can shine.
If you currently have a career in teaching, schools and school districts often need specialists who can help them adapt to technology trends. They need professionals who can create new e-learning initiatives, assess the effectiveness of digital resources, and find ways to connect with students through digital engagement.
Especially in cases where crises require schools to suddenly shift to online schooling with thousands of students, schools need to have online instruction specialists to find the best ways to meet students’ needs. Similarly, universities are steadily moving toward more integration of online tools, resources, and online programs. Traditional institutions often struggle to adapt to online learning, and there is a great need for educators with online instruction expertise.
You will also find that in most corporate environments, there is a great need for learning technology experts. Businesses and government organizations need professionals who can design, build, and assess programs that can help their workforce meet new regulations. The same principles of learning that help students in traditional classrooms thrive also help employees learn and integrate important training. You can have the flexibility to engage in many fields of digital learning with an online instructional technology master’s degree from Liberty University.
Is a master’s in educational technology worth it?
With career options for educational technology in education and in business, you can add to your career options and flexibility by pursuing an educational technology and online teaching degree. An MEd in educational technology can prepare you to apply your skills as an instructional coordinator in schools, universities, businesses, and government organizations.
Inner Navigation
- Overview
- What Sets Us Apart?
- Why Choose Liberty?
- What Will You Study?
- Tuition & Aid
- Admission Information
- Military
- FAQs
Have questions?