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The use of computers and instructional technology continues to increase rapidly as does the number of educators who use them. Thank God! For some, the computer is the object of instruction; for others it is a tool to support learning. However, effective use of instructional technology has become an important part of teaching and learning for everyone. The computer, Internet and other instructional technologies have created opportunities undreamed of just a few years ago. Along with growth in technology use, several needs have evolved:

• a need to be able to use computers and modern technologies effectively as tools to enhance learning, teaching, and training;
• a need to know how to integrate effectively the use of computers and other technologies into the curriculum;
• a need to be aware of emerging technologies, including multimedia, communications and information access technologies, and to be able to plan for their implementation and management;
• a need to be able to assume a leadership role in planning, implementing, and supporting instructional technology.

Cardinal Stritch University offers two Master’s Degree Programs which focus on the use of instructional technology and its integration. The programs prepare one to assume a leadership role in implementing, guiding, and supporting the use of instructional technology.

Programs

The Masters of Science in Instructional Technology offers a greater focus on technology, including; languages, computer system and information technology, digital media, networking, and database management.

This program is designed to meet the needs of educators and others who wish to pursue technology in greater depth. The needs of the computer teacher are well met by this program; others will certainly find the program valuable and interesting as well.

The Master of Education program focuses to a greater extent upon curricular integration of technology in support of K-12 student learning.

Both programs stress practical and applicable information for teachers, trainers, staff developers, administrators, and anyone who needs to use technology to support learning.

Secondary certified teachers, pursuing either program may qualify to extend their certification to include a Computer teacher endorsement (405 license). Check with department for details.

The University now offers the Instructional Technology Coordinator (ITC) certification. Many of its requirements may be incorporated into a Master’s program allowing one to concurrently earn both a Master’s Degree and the ITC certification. These courses are in a blended online format.

One may also choose to pursue the Initial Instructional Library Media Specialist (901) certification. The holder of this license is qualified to work in an instructional media center providing library and instructional technology services. This is a temporary license. One wishing to continue to provide continued service and leadership in the field must obtain the Professional Instructional Library Media Specialist (902) License.

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