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Educational Leadership, Research, and Technology (ELRT) | Masters Program in Instructional Technology

The program in Instructional Technology leading to the 077 license is primarily designed for K-12 teachers who are interested in becoming technology specialists and learning more about integrating the use of computers, information technology and other technologies into the curriculum. The competencies addressed in this program reflect the new National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) technology standards, as well as new requirements for licensure in Instructional Technology set by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Graduates of the program work as classroom teachers, or school level or system level instructional technology specialists. The Program in Instructional Technology leads to a Master of Arts in Educational Technology.

The Instructional Technology program offers:

• Smaller classes
• Highly qualified and student-centered professors (Ph.D./Ed.D.)
• Latest computer innovations in education
• Evening Classes starting at 4:00 p.m.
• Online and face-to-face courses
• Summer classes

Admission Requirements

• Submission of the Graduate Application
• Two letters of reference
• One-page statement of academic objectives
• Official transcripts from all universities attended
• $30 application fee
• At least two years teaching experience in any content area with a permanent "A" or "M" license -- Attach copy of your permanent NC licensure or its equivalence
• GRE scores
• Interview

Application Procedure

To request an application, please send a letter to:

Coordinator of Graduate Programs
School of Education
North Carolina Central University
1801 Fayetteville Street
Durham, NC 27707

Each application submitted must include a non-refundable application fee of $30, payable by check, cashier's check or money order.

Each application must include a photocopy of the completed application form, two official copies of college transcripts, and completed recommendation forms.

Application must be received by October 1 for Spring admissions and March 1 for Fall admissions.

The Dean of the School of Education will notify the student of the admission decision by letter, noting stipulations (if applicable).

Financial Assistance

The University offers financial assistance in the form of a limited number of graduate assistantships. Graduate assistantships involve supervised teaching, research, or service to the University and are available only during the regular sessions. Students are recommended by the Dean of the School of Education. Interested students should confer with the Associate Dean of Instruction in the School of Education.

Course Requirements - 39 Hours

Core Courses - 9 Hours

• EDGR 5125 - Developmental and Psychological Foundations of Education
• EDGR 5130 - Teachers as Leaders: Roles and Responsibilities
• EDGR 5465 - Multiculturalism and the Practice of Schooling

Specialized Courses - 24 Hours

• EDEC 5679 - Adaptive Technologies for Special Populations
• EDIT 5850 - Computer Assisted Instruction for Education and Social Studies
• EDIT 5832 - Instructional Design for Education and Training (Prerequisite for EDIT 5990 & EDIT 5832)
• EDIT 5990 - Multimedia Technologies Production (Prerequisite course: EDIT 5832)
• EDIT 5855 - Advanced Technology for Educators
• EDIT 5822 - Program Planning and Staff Development for Instructional Technology
• EDIT 5826 - Web Design for Educators
• EDIT 5840 - Instructional Technology Practicum
• EDIT 5834 - Hardware maintenance, troubleshooting and Networking
• EDIT 5828 - Multimedia Technologies

Research Courses - 6 Hours

• EDGR 5915 - Statistics Applied to Educational Measurement
• EDGR 5920 - Procedures in Educational Research
• EDGR 5925 - Applied Research Techniques

Additional Program Requirements

• Instructional Technology Portfolio
• Comprehensive Examination

Faculty/Staff

Dr. Prince Hycy Bull, Ph.D.
Coordinator, Educational Technology Program
(919) 530-7287
Email: phbull@nccu.edu

Ms. Deborah Eaton, M.A.
Director of Technology/SOE
Phone: (919) 560-6416
Email: deaton@nccu.edu

Dr. James Osler, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Phone: (919) 530-7539
Email: josler@nccu.edu

Dr. Kaye Thompson-Rogers, Ph.D.
Visiting Assistant Professor
Phone: (919) 530- 7287
E-mail: krogers@nccu.edu

For More Information Including Request for Application:

School of Education
Office of Graduate Studies
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC 27707
Phone: (919) 530-6478
Email: vbelle@nccu.edu

 

 

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