Technology
M.A. Program
The Technologies of Instruction and Media MA program offers students a flexible curriculum that prepares them for a variety of professions related to using technologies to teach. Recent graduates of the program have gone on to careers as:
- Technology Integration Specialists in Schools and Districts
- Instructional Designers in Higher Education and Business
- Teachers who effectively and thoughtfully integrate technology into their teaching
- Leadership and support staff in university and college educational technology units and departments
Credits necessary for graduation:
There are three graduation options for MA students: 1) a four hour sit down exam, 2) an action research project. and 3) a thesis. Students selecting options 1 and 2 are required to complete 50 credits to graduate, while students who complete a thesis must complete 45 credits.
Option 1 - Final exam Option
The final exam option is comprehensive, closed book test that covers the general areas in the student's coursework.
Option 2 - Action Research Option
The action research project is a significant work that blends theory and practice. The action research project might include the creation of some type of educational media (e.g., web site, video) or the study of a particular learning environment (e.g., technology integrated into a physical classroom, district technology curriculum, online course). All action research projects include a written paper that situates the project within specific literatures and social/cultural/pedagogical contexts. Each project is negotiated individually with the student's advisor.
Guidelines for the Action Research Project can be found here.
Option 3 - Thesis Option
For the thesis option students conduct original research into a particular question around educational technology. Students selecting this option are expected to include more research courses in their program compared to those you select the exam or project option.
For more information about how to apply to the Technologies of Instruction and Media PhD program contact:
Deborah Zabloudil
Director: Student Services Office
School of Educational Policy and Leadership
College of Education and Human Ecology
122 Ramseyer Hall
The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210
Phone: (614) 688-4269
Email: zabloudil.1@osu.edu