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Educational Technology – Master’s

Educational Technology

Take the lead with the next innovation in education. Bring advanced technology and innovative tools to your classroom or district. Gain practical skills to drive your career forward and foster digital equity in education. You’re ready for what’s next.

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.

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 game-based learning, immersive technology, and Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK).

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

I thought I would be a classroom teacher forever. Now my impact is so much bigger. I get to bring technology to classrooms across the district, not just my own.

Carrie Hillman, MS ’13

What to Expect

Faculty expertise includes emerging technologies and social media, game-based learning, immersive technology, 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
  • Cohort-based model fosters a strong learning environment and connections with peers and instructors

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.

A testament to the power and connection of online education.

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Take the next step

Anything is possible at Iowa State University with innovative academic programs, hands-on research opportunities, and globally recognized scholars to support you every step of the way.