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specialist in education
curriculum & instruction / technology & curriculum design
online degree program
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In his recent publication, Grown Up Digital: How the Net Generation is Changing the World, Tapscott (2009) suggests that members of the Net Generation are using technology in ways that we could never imagine. They are active participants in a global community of learners and are changing every aspect of society—including the informal and formal classroom environments.
The Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction with specialization in Technology and Curriculum Design is a unique online program offering students a means of refining curriculum and instructional design skills by completing courses that promote research-based practices in technology, the development of deep learning, and effective curriculum design.
A unique research-path program that offers students an opportunity to develop expertise and additional skills in:
- Technology-infused instructional design.
- Creating unique, enriched learning experiences with added attention to cognition, brain-based learning, and diversity,
- Designing instructional experiences that promote deep learning in the technology-enhanced environment,
- Developing curriculum that fully integrates technology in order to meet the demands of a digital-savvy student population, and
- Engaging in practitioner-based action research to improve practice.
coursework revised program 2009
Required Core Courses / 15.0 credit hours
SPSE 6140 - Teacher Leadership for School Improvement
Three credits. Assessing
standard teaching practices, analyzing the relationship between effective
teaching and effective schools, and developing strategies for instructional
and school improvement. Includes action research project.
OR
FOED 6620 - Action Research in Practitioner-Based Environments
Three credits. Examination of action research processes as related and applied to practitioner-based and work-based settings.
NOTE: Students must take either SPSE 6140 or FOED 6620 as a prerequisite for SPSE 7010.
SPSE 7130 - The Curriculum: Structures and Functions
Three credits. Scope, sequence, organization, and priorities involved in the development of “continuity of educational experience” from K through grades higher education.
SPSE 7170 - Learning Theories and the Educational Process
Three credits. Examination of historical and current learning theories and principles, concepts, and research findings as related and applied to a variety of educational settings. Focus on cognitive, behavioral, constructivist, and humanistic theories.
SPSE 7010 - Educational Research Methodology
Three credits. Prerequisite SPSE 6140. Designing research studies including development of understandings—as well as skills and technique—needed in gathering, structuring, interpreting, and presenting data required for educational research.
FOED 7640 - Thesis Research
Three credits. Prerequisite SPSE 6140 or FOED 6620 and 7010. Thesis Research.
Specialized Core / 12.0 credit hours
SPSE 6900 - Online Learning and Instructional Design
Three credits. Analysis of methods, strategies, and development of multiple assessments in the technology-infused learning environment. Focuses on evaluating technological resources and integration of these resources in learning environments.
SPSE 6960 - Integration of Learning Theory, Curriculum, and Technology
Three credits. Prerequisite SPSE 6900. Discussion and examination of technology-based learning materials and adaptation to classroom instruction and individual learning styles/needs. Design, creation, and production of technology-based learning materials that reflect professional standards, good design principles, understanding of curriculum design, and audience needs.
SPSE 7970 - Web-based Tools and the Curriculum
Three credits. Prerequisite SPSE 6960. Individual or small group study and research in educational technology and curriculum design, which provides an opportunity for in-depth study and specialization for majors. Focus on analysis and evaluation of NETS Standards, integration of standards into technology-infused learning environments, and application of standards as related to technology and curriculum design. (This course replaced SPSE 7500)
SPSE 7710 - History and Social Contexts of Multicultural Education
Three credits. History of multicultural education, social policy, equity legislation, and critical legislation and the interconnectedness of culture.
Electives / 3.0 credit hours (select one from the following):
FOED 6620 - Action Research in Practitioner-Based Environments
Three credits. Examination of action research processes as related and applied to practitioner-based and work-based settings.*
* May be taken as an elective if not completed to meet a prerequisite.
SPSE 7730 - Human Diversity in a Variety of Learning Environments
Three credits. Focus on helping students increase their fund of information, improve their understanding of issues, and clarify thinking regarding matters of race and ethnicity that impact society as well as classroom dynamics.
SPSE 7720 - Brain-Based Teaching and Learning in the Classroom
Three credits. Focus on human behavior in relation to psychological processes, critical findings of brain research, and the resulting implications for curriculum design with regard to teaching and learning.
YOED 6680 - Issues and Trends in Teaching and Learning
Three credits. Emphasis on examining current issues and trends in teaching and learning. Added focus on learning and teaching within the technology environment.
Reference: .
Tapscott, D. (2009). Grown up digital: How the Net Generation is changing the world. New York: McGraw Hill.
for more information contact dvcraig@mtsu.edu
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spring 2010
PRIORITY REGISTRATION FOR SPRING 2010:
Spring 2010 priority registration
begins on November 9th. Please be sure to log on to register
for Spring 2010 classes as soon as possible.
Please examine the Program and Course Planning Schedule. This program is a specialization program. No coursework can be substituted.
Online courses fill VERY quickly. Be sure to
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NO permits will be re-entered due to non-payment.
Spring 2010 Course Offerings:
Core Class:
FOED 7640 - Thesis Research
Specialization:
SPSE 6900 - Online Learning & Instructional Design
SPSE 7970 - Web-based Tools and the
Curriculum*
*NOTE: This course is currently under development and will
replace SPSE 7500. Please
check the online course offerings periodically for the course
entry as new courses tend to be published later than others.
Electives:
SPSE 7720 -
Brain-Based Teaching and Learning in the Classroom
SPSE 7730 - Human Diversity in a Variety of Learning Environments
new students
IMPORTANT FOR NEW STUDENTS:
Please print
a copy of the newly updated Advancement to Candidacy Form. ALL students must complete
the form, obtain the required signatures, and submit the form to
Graduate Studies PRIOR to completing 24 semester hours.
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