Instructional Technology
Faculty
Associate Professor Hollandsworth, Coordinator Assistant Professor E.K. Brown
Piedmont College offers two Master of Arts (M.A.) degrees in Instructional Technology: one with an emphasis on instructional design and development in professional commercial, government, and educational organizations, which is which is offered to candidates holding a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in any field. The second program is designed with an emphasis on instructional technology in school/school district settings, and is offered to educators who currently hold teacher certification and wish to pursue Georgia educator certification in Instructional Technology and earn an S-5 certificate. Students successfully completing this program may consider careers as school technology coordinators, instructional designers/consultants, and corporate trainers. Students may also use this degree as preparation for doctoral studies in Instructional Technology at a variety of institutions.
Both candidate programs are designed based on transcript analysis and the Instructional Technology program of study to enhance previous study and meet individual needs based on experience, professional goals, and the mission of the School of Education. Through a combination of coursework, use of technology, field experiences, research, and integrated learning, candidates link theory and practice. Piedmont College reserves the right to abrogate, add to, delete, or alter any regulation, requirement, or course whenever such changes may be deemed necessary. Every effort will be made to keep candidates advised of any changes.
The M.A. in Instructional Technology program consists of a minimum of 36 semester hours, 30 of which must be taken at Piedmont College. The last six hours of coursework must be taken at Piedmont College. It is estimated that full-time candidates could complete the program within two calendar years. Students may take up to six years to complete the program. No course older than six calendar years may apply to graduation.
Candidates for the Advanced Certification M.A. degree in Instructional Technology are advised that the Georgia Professional Standards Commission will not issue a Service certificate (S-5) in Instructional Technology (or certificate upgrade) until the individual has completed three years of successful teaching and holds the Professional certificate.
Course Descriptions