Master's in Technology and Digital Literacy in Education

If you are a current technology teacher who wants to teach advanced placement, dual enrollment, or early college courses, this master’s program at Indiana Wesleyan University was designed for you. In less than two years, you can complete this technology in education program with the convenience of 100% online learning.

Why Pursue My MS in Technology and Digital Literacy in Education at IWU?

There are several benefits to pursuing your education online at IWU. This accredited technology in education degree program is taught by experienced faculty who are experts in teaching technology to diverse audiences of learners. We also provide student services, from tech support to tutoring, to help you succeed in this EdTech program. Our Christian faculty teach from the same biblical worldview valued on our campus, so that students can implement these principles in a fulfilling technology and digital literacy career. Plus, we lock in the rate of your tuition as soon as you begin the program. This eliminates the stress of unexpected cost increases after you start classes.

What Will I Learn in This Master’s in Tech and Digital Literacy Education Program?

This technology in education program is designed to help students elevate their teaching skills through coursework that emphasizes culturally responsive teaching, ethics and faith, advanced research skills, and innovative instructional technology tools. Course materials are delivered through virtual reality, video discussion, concept maps, demo videos, and other tech-driven applications. Course topics cover digital content and citizenship, web design and development, and more.

What Makes IWU Different?

Education Pioneer

IWU has provided on-campus education for more than 100 years.

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Rooted in Christ

Faith-integrated curriculum and a commitment to changing the world.

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Tuition & Aid

33 Credit Hours

$499/ Credit Hour

Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement.

Financial Aid Tuition Info

Applicable fees for resources and services will be assessed throughout the program. Tuition and fees for prerequisites and required elective courses are in addition to the charges shown on the program cost sheet. Your tuition rate will remain the same as long as you remain continuously enrolled in the same program. Cost sheets may be requested from an enrollment counselor by calling 866.498.4968 or emailing iwuenroll@indwes.edu.

What You Will Study in This MS in Tech & Digital Literacy Program

The curriculum for this master’s in technology in education program covers how to:

Demonstrate technical knowledge and skills in the use of related hardware and software
Articulate and establish ethical practices in Digital Citizenship informed by a biblical worldview
Align the use of technology to meet identified needs of the learner
Analyze and devise sustainable technology integrations for the learning community
Integrate biblical principles into your career

After Graduation

Potential Careers

Adjunct Community College Professor (Technology/Digital Literacy)
Education Service Agency Specialist
P-12 Classroom Technology/Digital Literacy Teacher for Dual Enrollment Courses

Program Requirements

Admission Requirements

A baccalaureate or graduate degree from a college or university that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) verified on original transcripts sent by the institution directly to Indiana Wesleyan University.
An undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher from the baccalaureate degree granting institution at which at least a minimum of 30 hours was completed.
Candidates need:
A valid (but not necessarily current) state teacher’s license with an endorsement in any subject area, or a valid (but not necessarily current) temporary, standard, or professional teaching license/certificate from another recognized accreditation body (e.g., Association of Christian Schools International), or an official letter from a school administrator confirming employment as a teacher of record, adjunct instructor, or full-time instructor.
At least one year of teaching experience from an approved and accredited public, private, or parochial P-12 school or postsecondary institution in the United States or abroad.
Supporting documentation demonstrating access to a P-12 or postsecondary classroom, preferably in computers, digital literacy, digital media, or other technology-related area.

Graduation Requirements

Successful completion of the M.S. curriculum.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above in all graduate work and a minimum grade of "B-" in each course.
Successful completion of admission, mid-program review, and program completion gateways.
Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.

Accreditation

The Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org, 312-263-0456. Other accreditations and associations of Indiana Wesleyan University are available at www.indwes.edu/about/iwu-profile/accreditation.

Online M.S. Technology and Digital Literacy in Education Degree