Top 25 Online Master's in Educational Technology Programs for 2019

Liberty offers an online master of education in teaching and learning - educational technology and online instruction degree that is ideal for educators who have teaching licensure and want to move into the field of instructional technology. The 36-credit program teaches students how to implement, use, and assess technology in a variety of education settings. Coursework covers the foundations of education and curriculum development, as well as leadership, design, and diversity as they relate to instructional technology. The program concludes with a culminating capstone seminar on current issues in education. Applicants must complete a Liberty online application, submit all transcripts, and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be considered.

UNCW offers an online master’s in instructional technology in both hybrid and on-campus formats. This program is ideal for educators and professionals who want to learn how to use and evaluate technology for more effective communication and instruction. This 36-credit program includes courses on a variety of topics, such as instructional design, systems theory, and online environments. Students must also complete a seminar series course, an internship, and either a master's thesis or design and development research project. Applicants must have a teaching license in North Carolina in at least one area of education to be considered. Upon completing this program, graduates are recommended for licensure as an instructional technology specialist-computer specialist.

Webster offers a master’s in educational technology online that is ideal for business professionals and military trainers, as well as for educators who want to use technology to improve instruction, communication, and collaboration. The 33-credit curriculum includes eight credits of coursework on design and ethics topics, 11 credits of technology core courses, 12 credits of electives, and a capstone performance portfolio.

Students will learn how to foster creativity and enhance learning with technology, as well as how to use digital media to promote leadership and professional growth in the industry. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and an essay about their purpose for pursuing a degree in educational technology to be considered.

FSU offers an online master of science in instructional systems and learning technologies that can be completed in two to four years. The 36-credit curriculum includes courses on the training, development, and implementation of instructional system as well as trends and issues in instructional design and development. Students must also complete an internship in a setting that allows for development and application of degree competencies.

Courses are delivered asynchronously online, allowing students to complete coursework at their own pace. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.0 during their last two years of study and submit GRE scores to be considered. Out-of-state residents completing this online degree may be eligible for non-resident tuition.

DeSales offers an online master of education in technology in education that is perfect for K-12 and higher education educators. This program emphasizes emerging technology, instructional design, and using technology in the classroom, training educators to work with students who live in an increasingly technological society. The curriculum includes courses on a variety of topics, such as networking, integration, management, and design of instructional technology, as well as philosophy and law as they relate to technology in education. Students must also complete an internship and a research seminar on critical issues in education. Applicants must submit an online application, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and a copy of a teaching certificate (if applicable) to be considered.

CUW offers a 33-credit online master of science in educational design and technology that emphasizes digital literacy, digital culture, and the spiritual and ethical implications of technology in the classroom. The curriculum includes courses that teach students how to integrate technology into the classroom, apply technology to educational practices, and design instructional and multimedia tools for classroom settings. There are also electives that cover topics like innovation, leadership,and funding related to educational technology. Finally, students must complete either a research thesis or enroll in a capstone course to conclude the program. As a Christian institution, CUW offers a tuition discount to teachers at Christian schools and to preferred educational partners.

UND offers an online master’s degree in instructional design and technology that includes 34-36 credits of coursework and can be completed in just two years. All coursework is delivered synchronously online, with live web-based classes offered in the evenings. This program emphasizes the use of technology in teaching and learning, as well as design and evaluation techniques that can be applied to a classroom, government, or corporation.

The program is ideal for educators in K-12 and higher education environments who want to become technology facilitators. The curriculum includes coursework on technology interaction, implementation, theory, and design. Students must also complete a real-world scholarly project related to instructional design learning or performance. All online students at UND pay the same tuition rate, regardless of residency.

CSP offers an online master of arts in education in educational technology that emphasizes the use of technology in the classroom through coursework on virtual classrooms, professional development and leadership in educational technology, and trends and tools in technology for the classroom. Courses are delivered in both online and on-campus formats. This 30-credit online educational technology degree emphasizes planning, application, assessment, and leadership in technology. The program concludes with a research-based capstone project. Upon completing this program, students are awarded with a technology certificate. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and submit an online application as well as 300-word personal statement to be considered.

MSU offers an online master’s in educational technology that can be completed in just two years. This program is ideal for educational professionals who want to develop, use, and integrate technology into their instructional practices. The curriculum includes courses on learning in a variety of educational settings, educational research, and a seminar where students present portfolios to their peers and faculty. Past graduates have gone on to pursue careers as technology integration specialists, instructional designers, and technology consultants.

Students can also complete a three-course serious games certificate along with their degree. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be considered. They must also submit an application, three letters of recommendation, official transcripts, and a 300-500 word essay addressing the four questions provided on the school's website.

Canisius offers an online master’s degree in educational technology and emerging media with an option to earn licensure as a New York State Educational Technology Specialist. This program is ideal for both educators and non-educators and can be completed in just two years. The curriculum includes 33 credits of classes on eLearning, integrating technology into a variety of educational and training settings, and technology as it relates to social change and leadership.

Students who are pursuing certification must complete supervised fieldwork in educational technology, while those who are not can complete a final project. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and submit an application, GRE scores, two letters of recommendation, a 300-word essay, and evidence of a teaching certification (if applicable) to be considered.

CSUF offers an online master’s degree in instructional design and technology that can be completed over five semesters. It is the first fully online master of science degree offered in the California State University System. This program is perfect for educators, training professionals, and those seeking to change careers. The curriculum includes 12 credits of core classes, as well as six credits each on pedagogy, technology applications, and a culminating experience.

The program is organized in a cohort model, and each cohort is expected to participate in an orientation and midpoint symposium together. Applicants must submit an online application, official transcripts, a resume, a 500-word personal statement, and a technology survey to be considered.

Texas A&M offers a 36-credit online master’s in educational technology that teaches students how to use, integrate, and design technology for instruction in a classroom or in a workplace setting. The curriculum includes a variety of educational technology courses that cover theory, instructional design, educational psychology, and learning theories. There are also a variety of elective courses on online course design, educational video and game design, emerging technologies, and creative thinking. Students also have the option of completing an internship. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and submit a resume, three letters of recommendation, a biological profile, and a personal statement to be considered. Students can also submit an optional writing sample.

WWU offers an online master of education in teaching and technology that does not require a bachelor's in education to complete. The program aligns with both the National Board of Professional Teaching and the National Education Technology Standards through its emphasis on instructional design, application of technology, and multimedia production.

This master’s degree in teaching and technology prepares students to use the most current technology in their own learning and teaching. The curriculum includes courses on research design, teaching and learning in a digital landscape, assessing student learning, and a capstone project on teaching and technology. Applicants must submit a graduate school application and have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5 to be considered.

UWF offers an online master’s degree in education in instructional design and technology that is ideal for educators and training professionals who want to use technology as a teaching tool. This 36-credit program includes 15 credits of core classes, 12 credits of degree specialization classes in human performance technology or distance learning, six credits of electives, and one capstone course. The curriculum includes core courses on principles, design, and implementation of instructional technology that prepares students to complete a required capstone course that emphasizes field work. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree from an institution that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (or an international equivalent) with a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be considered.

Belhaven offers a 33-credit online master of education in educational technology that qualifies candidates for computer application endorsements. In this online educational technology degree, students must enroll in an orientation course before moving on to 21 credits of core classes. The curriculum includes courses on research methods, instructional strategies, and diagnostic and remedial strategies across a variety of content areas. There is also nine credits of elective coursework that emphasizes integrating technology into educational curriculum, using technology to assess learning and manage data, and emerging technology. Finally, students must complete a three-credit capstone course on instructional leadership in the classroom. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 and a valid teaching license to be considered. Any transferred graduate-level coursework must be earned at a minimum GPA of 3.0 to qualify.

UA offers an online master of education in educational technology that can be completed in just under two years. This 34-credit degree is a non-thesis program that is ideal for students who want to work in instructional design, distance education, training and development in the private sector, and teacher education. The curriculum includes courses on a variety of topics, such as visual literacy, web design, and methods of using and assessing instructional design in the classroom.

This master's in educational technology online allows students to apply for admission in the spring, fall, and summer terms. Applicants must submit a graduate school application, a statement of interest, a writing sample, three letters of recommendation, and official transcripts to be considered. Those with a GPA between 2.7 and 3.0 must also submit GRE or MAT scores.

Penn State offers an online master’s degree in education in learning, design, and technology that is ideal for students who want to pursue a career in instructional design and technology. This 30-credit program includes three required courses on instructional development, emerging technologies, and learning environments. The remaining seven courses are chosen from a group of elective offerings on gaming to learn, teaching with technology in K-12 settings, and designing e-Learning tools. Students must also complete a capstone portfolio and a reflective statement at the end of the program. Applicants must submit an online application, resume, statement of purpose, two letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and GRE or MAT scores to be considered.

Indiana offers an online master of science in education in instructional technology systems that prepares students to build and use technological products, processes, and services in a variety of learning and teaching settings. This 36-credit hour program includes core coursework in foundations of instruction and performance technologies, design thinking, and analysis and improvement in technological systems.

Students can also enroll in elective classes on adult learning, learning science, and other subjects that are approved by an adviser. Finally, students must complete a professional portfolio, which can be done for course credit as an elective or taken independently with adviser supervision. Applicants must submit an online application, official transcripts, GRE scores, a 300-500 word personal statement, and two letters of recommendation to be considered.

SUNY Oneonta offers an online master’s degree in educational technology that prepares students for professional teaching and educational technology specialist certifications. This 39-credit program includes coursework in pedagogy and technology, multimedia and instruction, product design, and management and evaluation of instructional technologies. This online educational technology degree includes two required seminar courses, one on project proposal and one on their project and practicum experience.

Students must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 throughout the program to graduate. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.8, with at least a 3.0 in major courses during a student's final two years of study, to be considered. They must also submit an online application, proof of teacher certification (preferably from New York state), three letters of recommendation, and GRE scores. Applicants must apply for entry during the summer term.

Lesley University, located in Cambridge, MA, delivers an online master's in educational technology that prepares graduates to effectively incorporate technology into the classroom and curricula. The flexible program can be tailored to the areas that most interest the student, including literacy, math, science, technology, and English as a second language.

Both residents and non-residents pay the same tuition rates, and incoming students are accepted from every state except Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, and Oregon. Graduates locate careers in a range of settings, including public and private K-12 schools, charter schools, and early childhood centers.

Applicants must provide a personal statement, college transcripts, and a resume. They also must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited postsecondary institution.

Lesley University is a private nonprofit institution that receives regional accreditation from the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.