Master of Education in
Educational Technology
What is Educational Technology?
A degree in educational technology can open doors to careers in K-12 schools, higher education institutions, businesses or non-profit sectors. Online learning is growing nationally. It takes place at different stages of life and in different settings, from traditional classrooms to adult training environments.
Our coursework covers the spectrum, preparing you for jobs in instructional design, distance education, training and development, and teacher education. You will learn critical competencies needed to create meaningful learning experiences that align with course objectives and assessments. By using best practices and proven pedagogical strategies, you can engage learners in meaningful ways and improve learning outcomes.
Application Deadlines
- Spring: second week of October
- Summer: first week of March
- Fall: second week of June
100%
Online
31
Credit Hours
1.5 YRS
Estimated Time
to Complete
The university allows up to 6 years.
GRE
Exempt
What Can I Do With This Degree?
A master's degree in Educational Technology prepares you for careers in education, business, government, non-profit organizations, and health professions. Possible positions include:
- Instructional designer for online courses in schools and higher education
- Training developer for corporations, government, non-profit organizations, and health care settings
- Distance learning coordinator
- Administer technology programs
- Research instructional technology trends
- Instructional technology researcher
Admission Requirements
The Educational Technology online master's program admits students in the fall, spring and summer. Applications and all accompanying documents for fall admission must be submitted by the second week in June; for spring admission, by the second week in October; and for summer admission, by the first week in March.
Awards
- 2021 - Professor Dennis Beck was named an Association for Educational Communications and Technology Champion
- 2016 - Association for Educational Communications & Technology Immersive Learning Award
- 2016 - Association for Educational Communications & Technology Jerry Kemp Endowed Lecture Award
- 2011 - United States Distance Learning Association Best Practices Gold Award
- 2009 - Blackboard Catalyst Exemplary Course Award
Non-Thesis Program
| Tuition / credit hour | $446.29 |
| Fee / credit hour | |
|---|---|
| Library | $4.68 |
| Network & Data Systems | $13.10 |
| Off-campus | $30 |
| Online Facilities | $2 |
Tuition and fees per credit hour reflect fall 2024 rates for students studying completely online. Students in online programs who take an on-campus course will pay on-campus fees, mandatory and college fees, for only the on-campus course.
Program Coordinator
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Derrick Mears
Teaching Associate Professor, ETEC
- Arkansas Teacher Opportunity Program
- Educational Technology Website
- College of Education and Health Professions
I chose an educational technology master's degree because, with COVID, I got thrown into teaching online classes, and I didn't have a clue what I was doing. I felt like I was doing a disservice to my students, so I wanted to go back and learn how to teach online correctly. I learned so much more than just teaching online; I learned tools I could use with my students. I learned so much from being a student in an online program about how I want to be an online teacher."
Candice GrovesBlytheville, AR
This degree will allow me to incorporate even more activities and opportunities for my students in the classroom and being from a small school that’s invaluable for these students who might not otherwise see that."
Tabitha KolbJasper, AR
This was the degree I wanted so there really was no other option for me. I just wouldn’t have been able to get my master’s. The flexibility was key to being able to be successful so I really appreciated that."
Cindy MillerEl Dorado, AR
Job Market Outlook
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The Online Learner
Online Educational Technology Degree Covers Skills for Wide Range of Jobs
The master’s degree in educational technology offered online by the University of Arkansas prepares students for careers in a wide range of areas. Program graduate Jade Ayers works as a content designer in the corporate world and she can ...
Educational Technology Graduate Certificate Brings More Teachers to Online Environment
The University of Arkansas educational technology program received $195,000 from the Arkansas Department of Education to pay for 20 students to complete a graduate certificate offered through a K-12 online teaching academy. The state has renewed the funding for a second year.
