This master's degree has a total of 33 units.

ED 771: Research Methods in Education (3 units)

A study of the nature of systematic inquiry, a survey of methods employed in research and an explanation of evaluation methodology, as well as the use of research and evaluation methods in actual school situations. Topics include identification of educational research problems, use of library resources, data gathering and processing and evaluation of research articles. At the conclusion of this course, students will embark on their own research project/thesis.

ED 779: Values in School and Society (3 units)

This course focuses on a cultural, historical, philosophical and/or social analysis of schools and schooling as a basis for developing an understanding of the educator's role as a change agent and as a basis for personal and professional decision making. The university's philosophy and values as expressed in the Fresno Pacific Idea and their implications for schools and society will provide one perspective for such analysis. When taken as part of the ET program, special emphasis will be given to technology issues in context to the topics of the course.

ET 705: Introduction to Teaching with Digital Technology (4 units)

This course provides candidates with the tools and expertise to be successful online learners and technologically competent teachers. It includes a tutorial for the online course management system and an orientation to the university's digital resources. A variety of the most current and effective uses of technology will be explored. Candidates will understand the implications of the digital world in relation to ethical and moral uses in terms of global responsibilities. The course is based on mastery of specific technological skills.

ET 710: Foundations in Education Technology
 (4 units)

This course offers a historical perspective on the field of educational technology, its major content and a view of future trends. Activities will focus on developing knowledge and skills that prepare candidates for leadership roles in many areas of applying technology in schools including principles of instructional design. In addition to the history and future of Ed Tech, this course will build on the Learning Theory course, delve deep into leadership issues, and provide a foundation for the values course which will follow.

ET 715: Seminar in Learning Theory (3 units)

This course addresses the question "What is learning?" through a survey of contemporary writing that ranges from Piaget to discovery learning and from information processing to the roots of whole language. In each case, students are encouraged to focus on practical classroom applications. Special attention will be given in this version of Learning Theory to how technology is involved in the learning process and how today’s learners have different issues because of technology.

ET 720: Developing Tech Rich Curriculum (3 units)

Candidates will review current learning theories, instructional strategies and pertinent curriculum frameworks and learn how to develop classroom lessons that use technology effectively. This course goes beyond using technology as a productivity tool and focuses on using technology to enhance teaching and learning in a classroom setting. Individual goals and needs for specific situations will provide the foundation for creation of effective, student-centered lessons as well as web-based learning resources.

ET 725: Information Technologies (3 units)

This course explores the value of the Internet and online resources/databases as integral parts of a successful educational experience. Knowing how to teach, search, and select relevant online databases and World Wide Web sites will be discussed in addition to other information literacy issues. Management, instructional uses, evaluation, and curriculum integration of the Internet and online databases will also be covered. Daily access to the Internet by course participants is required for this course.

ET 730:
 Educational Videography
 (3 units)

This course focuses on the technical and aesthetic factors of video production and explores the application of creative video-making in instructional contexts. A project-based approach will require the students to create useful videos as they learn.

ET 735: 
Creating on the Web (3 units)

This course is designed to give participants experience and build their knowledge and skills with creating web-based content. A look at web 2.0 tools as well as professional web design software will be explored. In addition to creating content, management issues will be included in this course.

ET 798: Project/Thesis Proposal (1 unit)

Candidates will complete a proposal for the thesis or project. Instructional method is tutorial and focuses on article review procedures and the development of a conceptual overview of the process of formulating and completing a project.

ET 799: Project/Thesis
 (3 units)

Candidates are supervised as they engage in the development of a project or thesis in the field of educational technology. Instruction is tutorial and will result in a completed project or thesis.

Master of Arts Thesis/Project Handbook