Master of Educational Technology (MET)
Course Descriptions

Core courses:

MET6403 (EDT640) Technology Tools for Teachers (Marygrove MG) 3 credit.         
MET6883 (EDT688) Issues in Educational Technology (MG)  3 credit   
MET 5733 (SED573) Assistive Technology in Special Education (MG ) 3 credit (usually offered only in fall semester on-ground at MG)
MET6203 Computer Applications for Education (LTU) 3 credit
MET6213 Applied Instructional Technology (LTU) 3 credit
MET6223 Multimedia Development 1(LTU) 3 credit

Elective courses:

MET6113 Contemporary Pedagogies in Education (LTU)  3
MET6233 Multimedia Development 2 (LTU) 3 - MET6223 is a prerequisite
MET6243 Distance Learning (LTU) 3
MET5263 Autonomous Robotics for Education 1 (LTU) 3
MET6263 Autonomous Robotics for Education 2 (LTU) 3

Capstone course:

MET6303 Project Seminar (LTU) 3

*MG = Marygrove College
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Technology Tools for Teachers
Tools covered include desktop publishing, graphic programs, course management, multimedia, distance education, and networking, as well as hardware such as scanners, digital cameras, CD burners, and sound/video. Candidates will explore learning theories, teaching models, and different integration strategies for various types of 21^st-century tools, such as distance education, the Internet, and educational software. 

Multimedia Development 1
Examines the processes and techniques for creating dynamic Web content with Macromedia Dreamweaver MX 2004, which offers seamless integration and a common user interface across all tools, streamlining Web development and application workflow and enhancing productivity and ease-of-use.

Computer Applications for Education
Topics covered include basic operations and concepts (history of computer use in education, computer hardware and software); social, ethical, and human issues (fair use, copyright, appropriate use of information); technology productivity tools (publishing and data analysis software); technology communication tools (publishing software); technology research tools (search engines, online resources, data analysis software); technology problem-solving and decision-making tools (data analysis and graphics software); and handheld Global Positioning Systems. 

Applied Instructional Technology
Considers various technology/learner-centered strategies that will increase skills and competencies related to instructional design for designers, developers, evaluators, and teachers. Includes an examination of many computer and Web-based applications and how to implement the International Society for Technology in Education’s National Educational Technology Standards for Students.

Interested?

The Master of Educational Technology program is open to all teachers who wish to increase their skills in using technology in the classroom.  Call or send an e-mail to program coordinators Dr. Valentina Tobos (248-204-3617) and  Dr. Pam Lowry at lowry@ltu.edu (248-204-3653).