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Online Master’s Degree in Educational Technology
MS in Learning Technologies
Drexel University’s online MS in Educational Technology is a modern look at how technology and education interact with and support each other. Perfect for those interested in game-based learning, instructional design, technology leadership, and more, the curriculum focuses on key tenets of educational technology and design, preparing you for technology careers within and beyond the education sector or for graduate study. You’ll learn under the guidance of School of Education faculty members who are recognized scholars and practitioners in the field, and the curriculum can be tailored to your specific needs and career goals.
What is a Master’s Degree in Learning Technologies?
The MS in Learning Technologies has a strong foundation in theory, practice, and research related to the core themes of the program:
- The Learning Sciences
- Instructional Design & Development
- Online & Mobile Learning
- Site-Based, Online, and Mobile Technologies
- Game-Based Learning
- Educational Technology Leadership
You'll take courses in a variety of areas related to educational technology, including Using and Integrating Education Technologies, The Learning Sciences, and Instructional Design Methods.
Throughout the master’s in educational technology online program, you'll have many opportunities for experiential learning. These provide the experience of designing and deploying your own innovative technology applications for a wide range of settings.
MS in Learning Technologies Program Features
- The MS in Learning Technologies program at Drexel is fully online and was developed with working professionals in mind
- You'll take classes with faculty who are internationally-renowned for their contributions in the field and skilled in online learning
- Drexel’s School of Education is ranked as one of America’s Best Graduate Education Programs by U.S. News & World Report
How Long Does it Take to Earn a Master’s in Learning Technologies?
The online MS in Learning Technologies is a 45-credit part-time program. The 15 courses are each 10-weeks in length. Those who take two courses per term can complete the program in two years.
What Jobs Can You Get with a Master’s in Educational Technology?
A Master’s in Educational Technology may help you launch or advance a career in some fast-growing fields in a wide range of industries. Job titles commonly held by education technology graduates include:
- Corporate Training Director
- Curriculum and Assessment Director
- Director of Integrated Technology
- Director of Web Content Management
- Education Technology Consultant
- Learning Development Specialist
- Game-Based Learning Designer or Consultant
- Instructional Designer
- Multimedia Developer
- School Based Education Technology Leader
What are the Salary Expectations for a Graduate with a Degree in Learning Technologies?
Graduates of the Master’s in Learning Technologies program can work in a wide range of settings, including K-12 schools, colleges, and universities as well as both large and small corporations and non-profits. Some job titles and median salaries for positions related to educational technology may include:
Occupation
Median Annual Salary (2018)
Instructional Coordinator, Director, Specialist
$64,450
Training and Development Manager
$111,340
Training and Development Specialist
$60,870
Senior Game Designer, Lead Level Designer
$88,510
IT Manager, Application Development Director
$142,530
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Archived Webinars and Podcasts
- Creating a Positive Collaborative Relationship Between the Subject Matter Expert and the Instructional Design Team
- Designing for Children: Introduction to Key Principles and Application to New Media
- Learning Technologies and Creativity & Innovation Programs
- Pivotal Pedagogy: Higher Education Teaching and Instructional Design in the New Normal
Drexel's 10,000 Hours Podcast: Your Homework is in Another Castle
Okay, so playing Super Mario Bros. may not help you pass your class. But Aroutis Foster is using his research in Drexel’s GLIDE lab to bring gaming into the educational space. Wouldn’t learning have been more fun growing up if you had video games and AI in the classroom?
Related Program
Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Curriculum
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
| Education Core Courses | 9.0 | |
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EDCR 512
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Using and Integrating Learning Technologies | |
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EDCR 514
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Diversity, Equity, and Social Justice in Education | |
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EDCR 518
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Evidence-Based Evaluation | |
| Learning Engineering | 9.0 | |
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EDLT 502
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Learning Experience Design | |
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EDLT 503
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The Learning Sciences | |
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EDLT 504
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Learning Engineering | |
| Choose one Post-Bachelor's Certificate from the following: | 9.0 | |
| Instructional Design for e-Learning |
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EDLT 551
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Instructional Design Methods | |
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EDLT 552
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Instructional Design: Project Management | |
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ELL 503
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Teaching and Learning Issues in E-Learning | |
| Lifelong Learning |
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EDLT 595
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Learning through the Lifespan | |
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EDLT 596
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Lifelong Learning Models & Best Practices | |
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EHRD 660
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Principles of Adult Learning | |
| Learning Analytics |
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EDLT 591
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Learning Analytics: Lenses on students, teaching, and curriculum enactment | |
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EDLT 592
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Information Enabled Change in Educational Organizations | |
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EDLT 593
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Using Data to Understand Educational Systems | |
| Learning in Game-Based Environments |
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EDLT 541
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Foundations of Game-Based Learning | |
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EDLT 543
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Play & Learning in a Participatory Culture | |
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EDLT 544
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Integrating Games & Pedagogical Content Knowledge | |
| Choose one Post-Bachelor's Certificate from the following: | 9.0 | |
| Creativity Tools & Techniques for the Classroom and Workplace |
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CRTV 502
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Tools and Techniques in Creativity | |
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CRTV 503
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Creativity in the Workplace | |
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CRTV 615
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Neuroscience, Creativity, and Innovation | |
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or CRTV 650
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Current Trends in Creativity & Innovation | |
| Higher Education Leadership |
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| Choose 3: | ||
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EDHE 501
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Foundations of Higher Education and Governance | |
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EDHE 521
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Student Development Theory and Application | |
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EDHE 531
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Legal Issues & Ethics in Higher Education | |
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EDHE 541
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Institutional Assessment, Accreditation, and Effectiveness | |
| Mind, Brain, & Learning |
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EDHE 620
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Mind, Brain and Learning | |
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EDHE 621
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Neuropedagogy and Assessment | |
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or EDHE 622
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or Neurodiversity in Education and Workforce | |
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or CRTV 615
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or Neuroscience, Creativity and Innovation | |
| U.S. Education Policy |
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EDPO 620
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Education Policy: Concepts, Issues, and Applications | |
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EDPO 628
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American Educational Policy and U.S. Competitiveness | |
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EDPO 636
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Access & Equity in Educational Policy Making | |
| Capstone Courses | 9.0-10.5 | |
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EDU 780
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Capstone Research | |
| Select from the Practitioner or Thesis Capstone tracks: | ||
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EDUP 780
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Practitioner Capstone Course I | |
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or EDUT 780
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Thesis Capstone Course I | |
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EDUP 781
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Practitioner Capstone Course II | |
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or EDUT 781
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Thesis Capstone Course II | |
| Total Credits | 45.0-46.5 | |
Admissions Criteria
- A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (graduate degree GPA will be considered along with the undergraduate GPA)
- Provisional admission may be granted if your GPA is below 3.0
- An admissions interview is required for a GPA below 2.75
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended
- Two professional letters of recommendation
- Personal Statement (500 - 750 words) describing your interest in the program. Specifically:
- How the program relates to your previous educational and professional activities
- If changing course, why you are moving in this new direction with your educational goals
- How the program relates to your current line of work
- How you plan to apply the program to your future goals
- Current Resume
- Additional requirements for International Students
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2022-2023 is $1047 per credit. (A 25% tuition savings off Drexel's regular tuition rate of $1396 per credit)
- This program is eligible for Financial Aid.
- Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- These rates apply only to fully online courses. Hybrid or on-campus courses may have different rates.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans with Drexel University Online, you may not combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2022-2023 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2022
September 19, 2022
December 3, 2022
December 5, 2022
December 10, 2022
Winter 2023
January 9, 2023
March 18, 2023
March 20, 2023
March 25, 2023
Spring 2023
April 3, 2023
June 10, 2023
June 12, 2023
June 17, 2023
Summer 2023
June 26, 2023
September 2, 2023
September 4, 2023
September 9, 2023
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