Educational Technology – Master’s

Join the program that takes you to what’s next

Elevate your career by transforming your educational impact with the online master’s in education in educational technology from Iowa State University. Designed for practicing teachers and education professionals to lead with cutting-edge technology and apply innovative tools directly to your classroom or learning environment.

The program is ideal for practicing PK-12 teachers and educators looking to:

• Become strong educators and leaders through the use of cutting-edge learning technologies.
• Explore new and emerging technology tools to find learning solutions based on current theories and research.
• Immediately apply tools and skills on the job.
• Increase opportunity for career growth.
• Provide digital equity and accessibility for all.

Learn from Iowa State’s expert faculty in areas like generative AI, extended reality (XR), makerspaces, and creative digital tools. Technology integration is situated within conceptual frameworks like Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) and our program fosters a deep understanding of instructional design.

You’ll be well-prepared for the next step in your career.

Whatever is on your radar, know your next with Iowa State.

Scholarship Details

Currently, the College of Health and Human Sciences is offering up to $1,800* in scholarship funding for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year. Following admission to the program, students are eligible for a $600 scholarship. As students progress through the program, they may apply for scholarships at the midpoint (12-18 credit) and final (24-30) credits.

*Restrictions may apply to ISU employees

Admission Requirements

Graduate College Requirements:

• 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
• Academic Records/Transcripts
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
• Proof of English Proficiency

For specific program requirements, visit the Graduate College Master of Education program page.

Credits

Total: 30 Credits

Contact Information

Denise Crawford
Professor
515-294-9141
dschmidt@iastate.edu

Evrim Baran
Professor
515-294-5287
ebaran@iastate.edu

Yi Jin
Associate Professor
515-294-8514
jinyi@iastate.edu

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What to Expect

Faculty expertise includes emerging technologies such as generative AI, extended reality (XR), instructional design, integration of technology in teacher practice, teacher education, and Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK). Educational technology (EdTech) faculty often collaborate in grant-funded research with colleagues in the SOE, across campus (e.g. in Colleges of Design and Engineering), and nationally and internationally. Some faculty are also affiliated with ISUs interdisciplinary graduate program in Human Computer Interaction.

Significant program highlights include:

• Classes are taught by ISU faculty and subject matter experts
• Students explore new and emerging technology tools to find learning solutions based on current theories and research
• The tools and skills learned can be immediately applied on the job while remaining relevant, useful, and valuable for students’ career growth
• Program prepares students to become strong educators and leaders in making use of cutting edge technologies to enhance teaching and learning and provide digital equity and accessibility for all
• Online course design creates an interactive learning environment that promotes strong connections between students and instructors, as well as among peers.

With some planning, you could also get a graduate certificate in instructional design without increasing your course load! All credits earned toward the instructional design certificate may be transferred and become part of a masters in educational technology.

Carrie Hillman, Master of Educational Technology

A testament to the power and connection of online education.