technology
in support of innovative curricula—curricula that make teaching
and learning more effective.
In what ways is technology changing education? In what ways should it
change education? Does technology improve learning? Does technology improve
teaching? How can we close the digital divide? Faculty and students in
the Learning Technologies Program at the University of Michigan School
of Education are exploring questions like these, and developing ways
to utilize technology
in support of innovative curricula—curricula that make teaching
and learning more effective.
What does it mean when you become a student in Learning Technologies? It means that you will participate in an innovative program with faculty who are blazing the way in this quickly evolving area of education.
In what ways is technology changing education? In what ways should it change education? Does technology improve learning? Does technology improve teaching? How can we close the digital divide? Faculty and students in the Learning Technologies Program at the University of Michigan School of Education are exploring questions like these, and developing ways to utilize technology in support of innovative curricula—curricula that make teaching and learning more effective.
Examples include:
What does it mean when you become a student in Learning Technologies? It means that you will participate in an innovative program with faculty who are blazing the way in this quickly evolving area of education.
If you are a self-motivated learner who learns through engagement with challenging ideas and real-world experiences, then the School of Education Learning Technologies Program may be of interest to you. The program will help prepare you to be an educational leader who understands the role that technology can play in the learning process. Our hands-on programs connect practice and practitioners in every area of inquiry, including the research, design, development, and implementation of powerful technologies that enhance learning.
This degree specialization is housed within the Educational Studies program, which fosters links among students and faculty in a number of specializations sharing a commitment to the integration of theory and research on teaching, learning, and educational access in P-12 settings.
The School of Education offers Learning Technologies degrees at both the Master's and Doctoral levels.
The Doctoral Program in Learning Technologies prepares scholars and researchers to actively harness the power of educational technology. As a student in the program you will develop and refine your own research questions and agendas in concert with others dedicated to the same goal. The program is an intensive project-oriented one where students immerse themselves in real-world research alongside nationally recognized specialists in their field.
A carefully tailored program will prepare you to use the latest knowledge about learning theory, design principles, research methodologies, and evaluation strategies, in educational settings ranging from classrooms to Web-based and distributed-learning environments. You will be expected to develop expertise in a specific area of concentration, defined in conjunction with your faculty advisor. Current active concentrations include:
You also have the opportunity to create new concentrations through interdisciplinary connections with faculty from across campus.
After completion of your Ph.D. in Learning Technologies, you will be prepared for leadership positions in higher education, public and private research, and public policy.
It is also worth noting that, as a unit within Michigan's Educational Studies Program, the Learning Technologies PhD program is a national partner in the Carnegie Initiative on the Doctorate, sponsored by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of teaching.
LT Faculty and research interests.
I have still have questions about the Doctoral program.
Master’s
degree in Learning TechnologiesThe Master's Degree in Learning Technologies prepares professionals for leadership roles in the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and research of powerful technologies to enhance learning. Our approach to design links current research about how people learn with powerful technological tools that enable new methods of organizing and evaluating learning environments. Course and project work reflects the latest knowledge and practice in learning, teaching, and technology.
Core courses will familiarize you with the latest research-based knowledge about learning theory, design principles, research methodologies, and evaluation strategies, in educational settings ranging from classrooms to Web-based and distributed learning environments. Faculty will work with you to shape programs that meet your individual interests. Practical experience is offered through internships with area educational institutions.
Upon completion of your M.A., you will be prepared to work in a variety of public and private educational settings, including non-traditional settings such as e-learning and distributed learning environments. Program graduates often seek positions in public or private education, in technology coordination or administrative roles. Others work in private or public sector companies that create educational products or materials.
To assist those interested in the various concentrations, here are the names of faculty members, student ambassadors, and recent graduates involved with the Learning Technologies specialization. If you have a general question about the program, please visit the Learning Technologies Contact page.
Ambassadors are students who have agreed to answer your questions about
the program. We know there are times when you really want to hear about
the program from a student's perspective, and these students have agreed
to share their experiences. If you have general Learning Technologies questions,
please contact the program directly here. Remember:
To help us alert you to recruitment events and the latest admissions updates,
be sure to also fill out a graduate
program inquiry form
.
Ambassadors:
Paul Twigg Paul.Twigg@BartonMalow.com (Ph.D. program)
Jon Margerum-Leys jmargeru@umich.edu(Alum, Ph.D., now faculty at Eastern Michigan University)
BaoHui Zhange bhzhang@umich.edu (International, Ph.D. program)
Steve Lonn slonn@umich.edu (Ph.D. program)
William Bobrowsky bobrowsk@umich.edu (Ph.D. program, former teacher)
Anika Ball-Anthony sangai@umich.edu (Ph.D. program)
Hsien-Ta Lin htlin@umich.edu (International, Ph.D. program)
Ambassadors are students who have agreed to answer your questions about the program. We know there are times when you really want to hear about the program from a student's perspective, and these students have agreed to share their experiences. If you have general Learning Technologies questions, please contact the program directly here.
Master's program Ambassadors:
Christine Yee cwyee@umich.edu (M.A. program, joint with School of Information)
Johanna Bromberg Craig canna@umich.edu (M.A. program)
This is a list of courses taught by faculty in the Learning Technologies area. Courses in Math, Science, Literacy, and other areas of Educational Studies that would normally be taught by faculty from other Educational Studies units are not included here. The names of the instructors who usually teach these courses are noted in parentheses.
ED600: Applications of Learning Theories to Technology-Rich Learning Environments
ED601: Learning Technologies Across the Content Areas
ED603: Classroom-Based Evaluation of Learning Technology
ED626: Principles of Software Design for Learning
ED727: Research Methods in Cognition and Technology
ED750: Learning and Social Cognition in Science and Technology
ED602: Instructional Gaming
ED605: Internship in Learning Technologies
ED718: Distributed Learning
ED728: Practicum in Learning Software Design
ED729: Culture, Design, and Technology
ED758: Leadership, Learning Organizations, and Technology
ED779: Technology and Teacher Learning
ED805: Advanced Topics in Learning Technologies
ED833: Theory, Research, and Use of Technological Tools in Science Education
We plan to develop lists of courses taught by other faculty in the SoE, or courses in other departments from across the university that may be relevant or useful to particular substantive concentrations.
Are you interested in applying to our program? If so, you've come to the right place. Just follow the steps below. Note: If you are applying to the Doctoral program, be sure to check out the guidelines on how to write an ideal Learning Technologies Ph.D. essay. Links will open up in a new window, close the window to return to this page.
1. Do you have any questions you would like answered before you apply?
If so, view the School
of Education Frequently Asked Questions or
click on the appropriate link. If not, continue on to item 2.
2. Fill out a Rackham program inquiry form to get you into our
system, so we can inform you of the latest recruiting events and other admissions
updates. You can fill
out a program
inquiry form by clicking here (be sure to close the new window to return
to this page).
3. Application Process: You will need to complete an application
to the Horace H. Rackham Graduate School,
which is the overall administrative unit for graduate programs. It is mandatory
that you use the Rackham Web application to apply to our programs.
You also need to send us a statement of purpose, official transcripts from every institution you have attended, three letters of recommendation, and your GRE scores. International students should also send in their TOEFL scores.
We created an application checklist for your use in keeping track of where and when you sent application materials. We recommend that you download and print up an application checklist.
Application Checklist
Fee waivers are available through the Rackham Graduate School for prospective students who qualify for Specialized Fee Waiver Groups. Please check Rackham's fee waiver Web page to see if you are eligible for one of these groups.
Note: The Office of Student Services matches documents to an application using the name appearing on the Rackham application. If the name on your documents, i.e., transcript, letter of recommendation, etc., is different from the name appearing on your application, please be sure to indicate all former last names or other first names on the Rackham application. Contact the Office of Student Services if you have information about your name that you did not include on the Rackham application.
For the latest deadline, please see our deadlines page
5. We hope you will get acquainted with us through our web materials,
e-mail correspondence, and when possible, a personal
visit. Be sure to
check out the University of
Michigan Web site, the Rackham
Graduate School Web site, and the rest of the resources in this program
site along with the School of Education Web site. In addition, you may want
to view the SOE
Bulletin.
There are opportunities through both the School of Education and the Rackham
Graduate School for merit and need based fellowships. To find out more, we
encourage you to review the
Graduate Financial Aid Resource Guide.
The Office
of Fellowships and Recruitment
is the contact for the Rackham Graduate School (734-764-8119).
We are delighted to learn of your interest in the University
of Michigan and this program. We encourage you to visit the campus to
discuss your interests with faculty and students. Visits are most helpful if
made prior to or during the application process. In addition to arranging individual
campus visits, you are encouraged to attend the annual Graduate Information Day. This is a great opportunity
for you to meet with School of Education faculty and staff, some of our current
students, and other prospective students. We wish you the best of luck in pursuing your
graduate studies and encourage you to contact us (above) if you have any questions
about the University of Michigan or your program.
Still have questions? If so, please visit the School
of Education Frequently Asked Questions, or contact the Office
of Student Services.
Questions about the status of your application? Check your application data and status online, via Wolverine Access. Please allow 7 days after submitting your application before checking your web application status on Wolverine Access. To do this you will need to use a login ID and password, and confirm some personal data before viewing your application:
For applicants who are current students or employees
1. Log into Wolverine Access using your existing UMICH uniqname login and click "New and Prospective Student Business."
"For applicants who are new to the University you will
need to create a secure login using a UM Friend Account and then log into Wolverine
Access at https://friend.weblogin.umich.edu/
1. Create a Friend Account by clicking on the following link: Create a Friend Account.
NOTE: If you have questions about creating a UM Friend Account you may go to http://www.itd.umich.edu/itcsdocs/s4316
2. Log into Wolverine Access at https://wolverineaccess.umich.edu/ and click "New and Prospective Student Business."
If you have any further questions, contact the Office
of Student Services at
(734) 764-7563 or
ed.grad.appl@umich.edu.
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