What Sets UM-Flint's Educational Technology (MA) Program Apart?

Focus:

• UM-Flint’s Educational Technology program is designed to help you move to the forefront of educational practice with technology.

• Teachers, administrators, education specialists in business or community organizations, and others who seek relevant, practical grounding in tools and concepts related to the use of technology in educational settings are prime candidates for this program.

• Teaching certification is not required for admission, though Michigan teaching certificate holders who wish to add the educational technology endorsement (coded NP) will be assisted in planning an appropriate program.

• In the Educational Technology program, you will focus on enactment of innovative projects within learning environments, create individualized educational technology projects, and build a long-term network of innovative educators.

Flexibility:

• Two tracks: (1) "Developer" for those who want to learn how to design innovative learning environments and activities, using existing and/or custom-built software, media mobile apps, and other technological tools, with a focus on practical uses in classrooms and other learning contexts; and (2) "Curriculum & Instruction" for those who want to focus on meaningful use of technology but not as much time on designing software or educational media.

• Maximum flexibility to accommodate your busy schedule is assured with all courses offered online except for 4-5 day intensive "gatherings" held periodically in Michigan and around the world, which are focused on development and community-building.  Attendance at a minimum of two gatherings is required for those in the Developer track; attendance is optional for those in the Curriculum & Instruction track.

• The Educational Technology program requires 33 credit hours, typically pursued as a two-year, part-time program.

• Michigan teaching certificate holders can earn an NP (Educational Technology) endorsement with 21 credits, as part of the MA program or independently.

Resources:

• Like all University of Michigan faculty, UM-Flint’s Education Technology instructors are true “leaders and best” – experienced, tested, and respected experts in their field.

• Students have the opportunity to work with exciting partner organizations worldwide.

• As part of the world-renowned University of Michigan system, UM-Flint can tap additional resources, expertise, and contacts at our sister campuses in Dearborn and Ann Arbor to assist our students, their research, and other initiatives.  This includes Innovation in Education Gatherings at the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus.  Students and alumni of the Educational Technology program are automatically part of the Institute for Innovation in Education, an incubator of ideas, projects, and partnerships at the intersection of technology and learning.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

• Minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

• If applying for the NP endorsement, a Michigan teaching certificate is required; otherwise, certificate not required

Application Process

To be considered for admission, submit the following to the Office of Graduate Programs, 251 Thompson Library:

• Application for Graduate Admission

• $55 application fee (non-refundable)

• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended

• Statement of Purpose describing your goals for entering the graduate program and how these goals connect to your views on teaching and learning

• Résumé

• Three letters of recommendation, preferably with at least one from an academic reference and one from an individual familiar with your teaching or professional work

• A copy of your teaching certificate

• International students must submit additional documentation. Visit www.umflint.edu/graduateprograms/admissions/international-students.page for details.

Application Deadlines

The program has rolling admissions and reviews completed applications each month.

Application deadlines are as follows:     

• Fall (early deadline*) – May 1
• Fall (final deadline) – August 1
• Winter – November 15
• Spring – March 15
• Summer – May 15

*You must apply by the early deadline to be eligible for scholarships, grants, and research assistantships.

International students are required to apply earlier than the deadlines posted here. The final deadlines for international students are May 1 for the fall semester, September 1 for the winter semester, and January 1 for the spring term.

Tamara Taylor

Graduation Year: 2011

Hometown: Flint, MI

As a graduate student in the Education department, one of the incredible benefits that I quickly recognized while attending the University of Michigan-Flint, was that you are working through this program for yourself, but not by yourself.  As a student here, there are many resources available to you to ensure that you have all that you need to become a successful graduate of this institution.  I found that the Education Department had a program that fit my desired career path and educational goals.  I spoke with Dr. Jeff Kupperman prior to applying and he was very helpful with informing me of the details of the program and what it had to offer career-wise.  After speaking with him, I knew that this was the school and the program for me.