Master of Science in Learning Technologies
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Emerging technologies are dramatically redefining the learning experience. Constant innovation continues to introduce new opportunities to enhance the delivery of teaching, training and assessment throughout a variety of venues. Educational institutions, companies, libraries and many other organizations are rapidly embracing the benefits of new technologies. New applications of technology can enhance how your organization improves student achievement, actively engages learners, manages and distributes training opportunities, facilitates collaboration and generates innovative solutions. Learning technologies go beyond the use of a learning management system and web-based learning, and encompass a range of collaborative technologies.
This degree will become a valuable asset in the professional portfolio of: Curriculum Specialists, Educators and Educational Administrators, e-Learning Directors, Heads of Learning and Development, HR Directors/Managers, Instructional Coordinators, IT Directors/Managers, IT Training Managers, Learning Center Managers, Organizational Development Directors, Performance Improvement Managers, Talent Management Officers, Training Directors/Managers, Librarians, and Chief Information Officers.
About the Program
The Master of Science in Learning Technologies is a 36 semester credit hour program which provides students with leading edge approaches and skills to help them understand existing and emerging learning technologies in a variety of learning environments. The program is designed to critically explore how new technologies can be used effectively to enhance learning environments and prepare students for leadership roles in those environments. A key element of the Learning Technologies master’s degree is the use of technology to integrate and develop new ways of learning and ways to assess learning, as well as explore new approaches to work (especially collaborative work). The degree is a blend of theory and practice which develops skills that can be applied to complex education and training issues. Some areas of concentration to choose from include the design and support of the 21st century learning environment, instructional design for web technologies, and the integration of learning technologies.
Program Objectives:
- To provide our students with both the knowledge and skills to succeed in a management or leadership position within a learning technologies field.
- To focus on the application of competencies such as problem solving, critical thinking, communications and ethical decision making in order to deliver high-quality and integrated learning solutions.
- To ensure that students are prepared to lead, plan, manage, and assess learning technology projects.
- To develop an understanding of the technology trends, as well as existing and emerging standards and ethics governing learning technology solutions.
Classes are scheduled in the evening for adult learners and working professionals. Plus, your employer tuition reimbursement goes further at HU, too. We allow to you to defer your tuition payment until the end of the semester through our Employer Deferred Tuition program.
Apply
Students wishing to join the degree program, or simply register for a single course, may begin the process by submitting an online application. For more details on the program, or an opportunity schedule a personal appointment, call 717.901.5101 or email Admissions@HarrisburgU.net.