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#Communication, Media, and Learning Technologies Design @ Teachers College

Computing in Education: Online, MA

Master of Arts (M.A.) Program Code: TECD

For more information on the Online M.A. in Computing in Education, please see this site .

Brief Program Description

This Online program is part of the M.A. in Computing in Education, and shares that program's goals. The Online M.A. focuses on the subset of students in the Computing in Education program who teach in K-12 schools or who have an interest in working with technology in schools. All courses needed to complete the degree are offered online.

Minimum Point Requirement

A minimum of 32 points of coursework are required for completion of the degree. Course credits from previous, non-Teachers College work cannot be transferred in to count toward the 32 points required for the M.A. degree.

Required Courses (12 points)

• MSTU 4031: Object-Oriented Theory and Programming I (section 10 required; 3 points)

• OR MSTU 5003: Theory and Programming: Interactive Media I (3 points)

• One course from at least three of the following four areas must be completed. Courses must be chosen from those listed under the respective area (9 points).

Cognitive Issues and Technology

MSTU 4133: Cognition and Computers

Social Issues and Technology

MSTU 4005: Equity, Ethics and Social Issues

Educational Practice and Design

MSTU 4001: Technology and School Change

MSTU 4083: Instructional Design of Educational Technology

Elective Courses (10-13 points)

At least nine points of additional MSTU courses. NOTE: No more than 3 points of "skills" courses may be counted toward the M.A. although students are encouraged to take additional skills courses that further their interests and goals. "Skills" courses include the following (this is a sample list):

MSTU 4029, Managing Educational Technology Resources

MSTU 4036, Hypermedia and Education

MSTU 4037, Computers and the Uses of Information in Educating

MSTU 4052, Computers, Problem Solving, and Cooperative Learning

MSTU 5030, Intelligent Computer-Aided Design

Students who meet the Breadth Requirement (see below) by completing the minimum 6 points required in that category have 13 points of elective coursework. Students who meet the Breadth Requirement by completing more than the minimum requirement in that category have as few as 10 points of elective coursework.

Breadth Requirement (6 points)

All [M.A. Ed.D. etc.] students must complete a minimum of three courses, each for at least two credits. at Teachers College and outside the Communication, Media, and Learning Technologies Design Program (that is, courses with a prefix other than MSTU).

Statement about the Required, Integrative Project

The Integrative M.A. Project can be either an individual project or part of a larger project involving several students. For students completing the M.A. degree, this project should be related to their career goals, and should provide tangible evidence of their skills and strengths.

Projects can take many forms, but all must contain a written component. Some possible types of project include:

• Curriculum plans for a class or school or school district, with an emphasis on integrating technology in beneficial ways to support student learning.
• Faculty development. For those in technology leadership positions and working with school faculty, a project may be based on planning for them to learn and use technology well.
• School planning. Development of a technology plan for a school or district.
• Issues paper. An expansion on issues important issues encountered in your studies.

Transfer Credit Evaluation

Course credits from previous, non-Teachers College work cannot be transferred in to count toward the 32 points required for the M.A. degree.

Statement about Satisfactory Progress

Students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward the completion of degree requirements. Where there are concerns about satisfactory progress, students will be informed by the program faculty and/or their respective M.A adviser, and a suggested plan and timeline for remediation will be provided. If satisfactory progress is not maintained a student may be dismissed from the program.

In this program, advisors confer with students at least once per term, via audio and/or video conferencing, about course selection, progress to date, student concerns, and students' goals in the program.

Other Information

Howard Budin is the program director. He advises those students focusing on "Teaching and Learning with Technology." Ellen Meier advises those focusing on "Technology Leadership."

Standard Policies and Procedures

Services for Students with Disabilities: The College will make reasonable accommodations for persons with documented disabilities. Students are encouraged to contact the Office of Access and Services for Individuals with Disabilities for information about registration (166 Thorndike Hall). Services are available only to students who are registered and submit appropriate documentation.

Statement on Academic Conduct: A Teachers College student is expected to refrain from any conduct, including cheating, plagiarizing, or purchasing documents submitted for academic evaluation, that calls into question his/her academic and/or professional probity. Decisions regarding academic evaluation in all aspects of students' work at the college, including course work, certification examinations, clinical or field experiences, and preparation of dissertations, are within the sole jurisdiction of the faculty concerned, including as appropriate, the department or program staff members. Disciplinary actions (e.g. reprimand, suspension, or dismissal) in cases of academic misconduct can be imposed by the Vice Provost or the Committee on Student Conduct.

Resolution of Student Academic Program Concerns: Any student who has a concern regarding an academic matter may seek assistance. The procedure for resolving academic program concerns (see note of grade correction process below) begins with either the faculty member (if the concern is related to a course) or the student's advisor. If the student is not satisfied with the response or resolution achieved at this first level, or if speaking with the faculty member presents a conflict of interest for the student, the student should proceed to speak with the Program Coordinator in the area in which the academic concern resides. If the student is not satisfied with the response or resolution achieved through the Program Coordinator, the student should proceed to speak with the Chair of the academic department in which the academic concern resides. If the student is still not satisfied with the response or resolution achieved through the Department Chair, or if speaking with the Department Chair presents a conflict of interest for the student, the next step is to contact the Office of the Vice Provost. At any stage of the process, students are welcome to seek the advice and guidance of the Ombudsman, who is charged with attempting to informally resolve student dissatisfaction of an academic nature on a completely confidential basis.

Grade Correction Procedure: The instructor for a course has the responsibility for setting the requirements for a course and making an evaluation of students' work. Once a grade has been given, the instructor is not free to change the grade unless the instructor indicates to the Registrar that an error was made in the original grade transmitted. If a student believes that an error has been made, he/she must take the initiative in bringing about the necessary correction prior to the conclusion of the semester immediately following the semester in which the course was taken. The normal procedure for effecting a correction would be through direct discussion between the student and the instructor. If redress cannot be attained through such discussions, the student may next appeal to the department chairperson of the department offering the course. If resolution cannot be attained through appeal, the student may next appeal to the Dean. In situations where the student feels that such an appeal process might not be in the student's interest, counsel and assistance can be sought from the Office of the College Ombudsman and the Office of the Vice Provost.

Computing in Education-'"Distance Learning

(M.A.; Program Code: TECD; Minimum Points: 32)

The following grid provides a way to conceptualize your progress through the program. Place the semester and year you anticipate enrolling in a course under "Enrollment Date." Place the semester and year in which you completed a course under "Date Completed."