Description
The College of Education offers master’s programs in instructional technology leading to a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree or a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree.
The M.Ed. program offers a track in educational media, while the M.A. program offers tracks in educational technology and instructional systems. Each track has its own graduate program coordinator and specific admission and degree requirements.
The M.Ed. program is web-based and leads to certification as a school media specialist. The educational media track is designed to offer skills in administration, production, instructional design, organization, selection, evaluation and research that relate to school library media programs. It stresses knowledge and applications of both present and future innovations and technologies for education. This program is designed for the student who has completed course work for basic teaching certification in Florida, and at least one year of successful classroom experience is preferred.
The M.A. program’s Educational Technology Track is designed for classroom teachers looking for ways to increase their technological skills and become highly skilled at successfully integrating technology into the curriculum. Teachers who graduate from this program have the skills to become K-12 technology coordinators, technology instructors at the community college and university level, online instructors, computer teachers, instructional designers, and more. The program provides an opportunity for study, research, and professional training, and requires a great deal of independent thinking – emphasis is placed on the cultivation of scholarly attitudes and methods.
The Instructional Systems Track (also leading to an M.A. degree) is designed for those who wish to work in business, industry, government, or other settings where training takes place. Instructional technologists analyze training problems and requirements and design, develop, evaluate, and manage instructional programs.
Degrees OfferedMaster of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Technology Track Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Instructional Systems Track Master of Education in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Media Track Admission
For information on general UCF graduate admissions requirements that apply to all prospective students, please visit the Admissions and Registration section of the Graduate Catalog. Applicants must apply online. Please be sure to submit all requested material by the established deadline(s).
In addition to the general graduate admission requirements, applicants should note the following degree and track-specific requirements:
Master of Education in Instructional Technology/Media
Students must complete several essay statements and submit three references. The essay statements can be found on the educational media website (pegasus.cc.ucf.edu/~edmedia) within Admissions Procedures: Online Educational Media Masters Program. An interview with the educational media program coordinator may be required.
Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media
To be considered for admission to the Educational Technology Track, you must submit a completed graduate application, including three letters of recommendation. In addition, you will need to submit a student information form, which can be obtained from the track website (pegasus.cc.ucf.edu/~edtech). An interview may be necessary.
To be considered for admission to the Instructional Systems Track, you must submit a completed graduate application, including three letters of recommendation from those familiar with your professional competencies and/or academic record, a goal statement, and resume. A personal interview may also be required. For further information, see pegasus.cc.ucf.edu/~instsys.
Application Due Dates
All students applying for fellowships or assistantships must apply by the Fall Priority deadline date.
U.S. Applicants
| Program(s) |
Fall Priority |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
| Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Technology Track |
Feb 1 |
Jul 15 |
Dec 1 |
Apr 15 |
| Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Instructional Systems Track |
Feb 1 |
Jul 15 |
Dec 1 |
Apr 15 |
| Master of Education in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Media Track |
Feb 1 |
Jul 15 |
Dec 1 |
Apr 15 |
International Applicants
| Program(s) |
Fall Priority |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
| Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Technology Track |
Jan 15 |
Jan 15 |
Jul 1 |
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| Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Instructional Systems Track |
Jan 15 |
Jan 15 |
Jul 1 |
|
| Master of Education in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Media Track |
Jan 15 |
Jan 15 |
Jul 1 |
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International Transfer Applicants
| Program(s) |
Fall Priority |
Fall |
Spring |
Summer |
| Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Technology Track |
Feb 1 |
Mar 1 |
Sep 1 |
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| Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Instructional Systems Track |
Feb 1 |
Mar 1 |
Sep 1 |
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| Master of Education in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Media Track |
Feb 1 |
Mar 1 |
Sep 1 |
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Master of Education in Instructional Technology/Media
Educational Media Track
Minimum Hours Required for M.Ed.—39-42 Credit Hours
Area A: Core—12 or 15 Credit Hours
- EDF 6155 Lifespan Human Development and Learning (3 credit hours)
- EDF 6481 Fundamentals of Graduate Research in Education (3 credit hours)
- EDF 6401 Statistics for Educational Data (3 credit hours) (currently not offered online) or
- EDF 6432 Measurement and Evaluation in Education (3 credit hours)
Option A—Research Report
- EME 6909 Research Report (2,1 credit hours)
Option B—Non-Thesis Option
- EME 6062 Research in Instructional Technology (3 credit hours)
- EME Elective (approval of Ed Media faculty) (3 credit hours)
Area B: Specialization—24 Credit Hours
- EME 5051 Technologies of Instruction and Information Management (3 credit hours)
- EME 5208 Production Techniques for Instructional Settings (3 credit hours)
- EME 5225 Media for Children and Young Adults (3 credit hours)
- EME 6105 Collection Development Policies and Procedures (3 credit hours)
- EME 6605 Role of the Media Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction (3 credit hours)
- EME 6706 Administrative Principles in Media Centers (3 credit hours)
- EME 6805 Organization of Media and Information (3 credit hours)
- EME 6807 Information Sources and Services (3 credit hours)
Area C: Elective—3 Credit Hours
- EME 6209 Multimedia Instructional Systems II (3 credit hours)
- EME 6058 Current Trends in Educational Media (3 credit hours)
- EME 5408 Computer Applications in Instructional Systems (3 credit hours)
- LAE 4464 Survey of Adolescent Literature (3 credit hours)
- LAE 5415 Children’s Literature in Elementary Education (3 credit hours)
- EME/other Elective with approval of Ed Media faculty
Area D: Internship
- EME 6946 Graduate Internship (Only required if the student has no media center experience) (3 credit hours)
Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media
Educational Technology Track
Minimum Hours Required for M.A.—36-39 Credit Hours
This program is designed for classroom teachers who want to apply technological tools to the learning process as well as develop leadership skills necessary to become site-based technology coordinators in K-12 schools. For those not currently certified in education by the Florida Department of Education, an additional course in the foundations of education area is required. The program does not lead to any current certification in Florida, nor is any add-on certification or endorsement currently available in this area.
Area A: Core—9-12 Credit Hours
- EDF 6432 Measurement and Evaluation in Education (3 credit hours)
- EDF 6481 Fundamentals of Graduate Research in Education (3 credit hours)
Option A—Research Report
- EME 6909 Research Report (2,1 credit hours)
Option B—Non-thesis Option
- EME 6062 Research in Instructional Technology (3 credit hours)
- Elective (3 credit hours)
Area B: Specialization—18 Credit Hours
- EME 5050 Fundamentals of Technology for Educators (3 credit hours)
- EME 5052 Electronic Resources for Education (3 credit hours)
- EME 6405 Application Software for Educational Settings (3 credit hours)
- EME 6507 Multimedia in the Classroom (3 credit hours)
- EME 6602 Integrating Technology into the Curriculum (3 credit hours)
- EME 6707 Technology Leadership and Coordination in the Schools (3 credit hours)
Area C: Extension—6 Credit Hours
Electives in current certification area, technology, or other as approved by adviser. Courses not listed below require adviser approval.
- EME 5208 Production Techniques for Instructional Settings (3 credit hours)
- EME 6053 Current Trends in Instructional Technology (3 credit hours)
- EME 6207 Multimedia Instructional Systems I (3 credit hours)
- EME 6209 Multimedia Instructional Systems II (3 credit hours)
- EME 6457 Distance Education: Technology Process Product (3 credit hours)
- EME 6607 Planned Change in Instructional Technology (3 credit hours)
- EME 6613 Instructional System Design (3 credit hours)
Area D: Practicum—3 Credit Hours
- EME 6940 Theory into Practice in Educational Technology (3 credit hours)
Instructional Systems Track
Minimum Hours Required for M.A.—39-42 Credit Hours
Area A: Core—6 or 9 Credit Hours
- EDF 6481 Fundamentals of Graduate Research in Education (3 credit hours)
Select Option A, B, or C:
Option A
- EME 6909 Research Report (2,1 credit hours)
Option B
- EME 6971 Thesis (3 credit hours)
Option C
- EME 6062 Research in Instructional Technology (3 credit hours)
- Elective approved by adviser (3 credit hours)
Area B: Specialization—24 Credit Hours
- EME 5054 Instructional Systems Technology: A Survey of Applications (3 credit hours)
- EME 5056 Communication for Instructional Systems — Process (3 credit hours)
- EME 5057 Communication for Instructional Systems — Application (3 credit hours)
- EME 5408 Computer Applications in Instructional Systems (3 credit hours)
- EME 6313 Media Systems Design (3 credit hours)
- EME 6613 Instructional System Design (3 credit hours)
- EME 6705 Administration of Instructional Systems (3 credit hours)
- EME 6946 Graduate Internship in Instructional Systems (3 credit hours) OR COE 6946 Cooperative Education (3 credit hours)
Area C: Elective—9 Credit Hours
NOTE: Courses not listed below require advisor approval.
- EIN 5255 Interactive Simulation (3 credit hours)
- EME 6053 Current Trends in Instructional Technology (3 credit hours)
- EME 6207 Multimedia Instructional Systems I (3 credit hours)
- EME 6209 Multimedia Instructional Systems II (3 credit hours)
- EME 6457 Distance Education: Technology Process Product (3 credit hours)
- EME 6607 Planned Change in Instructional Technology (3 credit hours)
- INP 6317 Organizational Psychology and Motivation (3 credit hours)
Financial Support
Graduate students may receive financial assistance through fellowships, assistantships, tuition support, or loans. For more information, see Financing Grad School, which describes the types of financial assistance available at UCF and provides general guidance in planning your graduate finances. The Financial Information section of the Graduate Catalog is another key resource.
Key points about financial support:
- If you’re interested in financial assistance, you’re strongly encouraged to apply for admission early. A complete application for admission, including all supporting documents, must be received by the priority date listed for your program under "Admissions."
- You must be admitted to a graduate program before the university can consider awarding financial assistance to you.
- If you want to be considered for loans and other need-based financial assistance, review the UCF Student Financial Assistance website at http://finaid.ucf.edu and complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form, which is available online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. Apply early and allow up to six weeks for the FAFSA form to be processed.
- UCF Graduate Studies awards university graduate fellowships, with most decisions based on nominations from the colleges and programs. All admitted graduate students are automatically considered in this nomination process. To be eligible for a fellowship, students must be accepted as a graduate student in a degree program and be enrolled full-time. University graduate fellowships are not affected by FAFSA determination of need.
- Please note that select fellowships do require students to fill out a fellowship application (either a university fellowship application, an external fellowship application, or a college or school fellowship application). For university fellowship applications, see Financing Grad School.
- For information on assistantships (including teaching, research, and general graduate assistantships) or tuition support, contact the graduate program director of your major.
Contact Info
Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Technology Track
Glenda Gunter, Ph.D. , Associate Professor
Phone Number: 407-823-3502
ggunter@mail.ucf.edu Master of Arts in Instructional Technology/Media - Instructional Systems Track
Atsusi Hirumi, Ph.D. , Associate Professor
Phone Number: 407-823-1760
hirumi@mail.ucf.edu Master of Education in Instructional Technology/Media - Educational Media Track
Judy Lee, Ph.D. , Associate Professor
Phone Number: 407-823-6139
jlee@pegasus.cc.ucf.edu
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