Instructional Technologies
Graduate College of Education
Interim Dean: Elizabeth Kean
Department of Equity, Leadership Studies, and Instructional Technologies
BH 163
Phone: 415-338-1509
Chair: Brian Beatty
Faculty Advisers: Beatty, Benton, Donohue
Lecturers: Brain, Cole, Fair, Good, Kelly, Redmon, Richards, Salem, Schmidt, Scott
Programs
M.A. in Education: Concentration in Instructional Technologies
Certificate in Training Systems Development
Program Scope and Career Outlook
The Department of Equity, Leadership Studies, and Instructional Technologies offers the Master of Arts in Education with a concentration in Instructional Technologies and a certificate in Training Systems Development. The program provides three areas for graduate study: e-learning design and development, including multimedia development; training design and development; and technology integration for teachers. In addition, the program offers a supplementary authorization in instructional computing for K - 12 teachers who complete twelve units of course work in that area.
The department offers most of its courses in a hybrid format, called HyFlex, which allows students to choose between attending class in person in the classroom, or attending class online using a combination of online technologies. Other classes may use fully online or traditional hybrid formats combining classroom and online delivery methods.
The program prepares students for careers as instructional designers, trainers in corporations and public service agencies, instructional multimedia designers and producers, specialists in instructional computing and instructional software design, and computer-resource teachers. Graduates of the program include corporate trainers, training consultants, instructional materials designers, computer instructors, multimedia developers, instructional software developers, video producers, and classroom and laboratory computing teachers. The program emphasizes the instructional systems approach, instructional message design, practical design experience, technical skills development, and project-based instruction. During their studies, students develop portfolios that may include computer-based instruction, print-based, video and e-learning, or mobile technology-based instructional programs. For further information, contact the department chair.
Master of Arts in Education: Concentration in Instructional Technologies
Admission to the Program
Admission to the program in is a two-step process that should be completed simultaneously:
- Apply to the university: Complete the on-line CSU Mentor application. Follow all other requirements for admission to the University by accessing www.sfsu.edu/~gradstdy/.
- Meet department requirements as noted:
Applicants must schedule an interview with the department chair in order to review the applicant’s interest and preparation in the field. Two letters of recommendation, and a two page (500 - 1,000 word) statement of purpose are also required. Letters of recommendation should come from professionals who can attest to the applicant’s promise as a graduate student and professional educator. The statement of purpose should clearly explain the applicant’s educational and career goals, and how the M.A. degree will help achieve those goals. The statement of purpose should be a representative sample of the quality of an applicant’s English-language writing ability.
Applicants must demonstrate basic computer literacy, whether through academic preparation or practical experience.
Written English Proficiency Requirement
All students in graduate programs at SF State must demonstrate Level One (entry) and Level Two (exit) writing proficiency in accordance with university, departmental and or programmatic guidelines.
Level One: Applicants must submit a writing sample in the form of a two page (500 - 1,000 word) statement of purpose that will be evaluated by the department admissions committee. Students who receive an unsatisfactory evaluation of their written application materials may be admitted conditionally and required to earn a B or better in an English skills development course within the first two semesters. The course will be selected in consultation with an adviser. Level Two is satisfied by the successful completion of the culminating experience (ITEC 894 or ITEC 895).
Enrollment Requirement
Students who were admitted to the MA program before fall 2008 are required to be enrolled in the university during the semester of anticipated graduation. To meet this requirement, many students choose to enroll in a zero-unit designated CEL course established for this purpose.
Students admitted fall 2008 and beyond have the semester they enroll in the culminating experience and the following semester to complete their degree requirements. Those who need additional time beyond the two semesters to complete their culminating experience must enroll in a zero-unit designated CEL course every subsequent semester until the culminating experience is completed.
For more information, please contact the department or the graduate college of education graduate office (BH 240).
Core Requirements
During the first year of study, students must take ITEC 700, Strategic Approaches for Instructional Technologies (may be waived based on experience); ITEC 800 Theoretical Foundations of Instructional Technologies; and ITEC 801 Instructional Systems Design. Based on their interests, students must also take one of the following courses before completion of the program:
- Students can take ITEC 830, Design of Learning Environments with Emerging Technologies, for their third core requirement.
- Students can take ITEC 850, Design and Management of Training Projects, for their third core requirement.
- Students can take ITEC 816, Computer Resource Specialist, for their third core requirement.
- Students must receive a grade of "B" or higher in each of the required core courses in order to advance to candidacy.
Electives
Students choose 15 units of electives within the department or in related disciplines. Electives are divided into three groups: (1) E-Learning and Multimedia Design and Development, (2) Training Design and Development, and (3) Technology Integration for Teachers. Students should select electives in consultation with an adviser.
Courses are 3 units unless otherwise indicated. Online course descriptions are available.
Program
Core Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 800 | Theoretical Foundations of Instructional Technologies | 3 |
| ITEC 801 | Instructional Systems Design | 3 |
Research Requirement
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ISED 797 | Seminar in Educational Research | 3 |
3 Units chosen from the following seminars:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 830 | Design of Learning Environments with Emerging Technologies | 3 |
| ITEC 850 | Design and Management of Training Projects | 3 |
| ITEC 816 | Computer Resource Specialist | 3 |
15 units of Electives (see below)
Culminating Experience Requirement
(see below for portfolio submission)
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 894 or ITEC 895 |
Creative Work Field Study |
3 |
Minimum total: 30 units
The minimal requirement for graduation is 30 units. Based on individual student needs, background, and interest, the department may require some students to complete more than 30 units for the attainment of the degree.
Electives
Elective Group One: E-Learning and Multimedia Design and Development
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 715 | Foundations of Instructional Multimedia | 3 |
| ITEC 740 | Computer Design of Instructional Graphics I | 3 |
| ITEC 745 | Instructional Web Authoring I | 3 |
| ITEC 770 | Instructional Videography I (may be repeated twice for credit) | 3 |
| ITEC 823 | Instructional Multimedia Tools: Flash I | 3 |
| ITEC 830 | Design of Learning Environments with Emerging Technologies | 3 |
| ITEC 835 | Instructional Multimedia Tools: Flash II | 3 |
| ITEC 840 | Computer Design of Instructional Graphics II | 3 |
| ITEC 845 | Instructional Web Authoring II | 3 |
| ITEC 860 | Distance Education | 3 |
| ITEC 865 | E-Learning Design and Development | 3 |
Elective Group Two: Training Design and Development
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 700 | Strategic Approaches for Instructional Technologies (may be required for some students) |
3 |
| ITEC 720 | Fieldwork in Educational Technology | 3-5 |
| ITEC 805 | Needs Assessment in Training Design | 3 |
| ITEC 825 | Formative Evaluation and Usability Testing | 3 |
| ITEC 850 | Design and Management of Training Projects | 3 |
| ITEC 852 | Instructional Technologies in Organizations | 3 |
Elective Group Three: Technology Integration for Teachers
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 815 | Integration of Instructional Computing | 3 |
| ITEC 816 | Computer Resource Specialist | 3 |
| ITEC 842 | Cognition, Mind, and Learning for Educators | 3 |
Culminating Experience
Portfolio Submission. Before undertaking a culminating experience, students must submit, for departmental review and approval, a portfolio of three instructional projects that demonstrate their technical skill and instructional design competencies.
The culminating experience may be completed by one of two options: ITEC 894, Creative Work Project; or ITEC 895, Field Study.
Creative Work Project Requirements. In order to complete the creative work, students must design, develop, and produce an instructional product or work. The instructional unit may be in any medium -- print, video, multimedia, or web-based. The instructional design process must be documented in writing, and include a review of the instructional significance of the product, description of the design and production process, and product usability review. Students must provide a CD-ROM which contains the instructional product and the design documents.
Field Study Requirements. In order to complete the field study, students must design, develop, and produce an instructional design project, using the instructional systems process, from needs analysis to formative evaluation. The instructional unit may be in any medium -- print, video, multimedia, or web-based. The instructional design process must be described in writing and include a review of the instructional need and significance of the project, research review, description of the design process, formative evaluation, and conclusions. Students must provide a CD-ROM which contains the instructional unit and the design documents.
Certificate in Training Systems Development
This 18 unit graduate certificate program is designed for students who do not wish to earn a masters degree, or for those who have already earned a master's degree in a related field. The purpose of the certificate is to develop and update skills and knowledge in the training design and development area in order for students to advance to new positions in corporate or public agency training departments. It offers professional training program developers an opportunity to strengthen and augment their skills. This program is especially useful to students who already hold a masters degree in a related field, such as industrial psychology, broadcast and communication arts, or human resource development, or for those who need documentation in training competencies to meet governmental requirements.
Admission to the Program
Applicants to the program must meet the university requirements for all graduate majors. In addition, the department requires that applicants schedule an interview with the department chair in order to review the applicant's interest and preparation in the field. In order for students to advance to this status, they must indicate that they have the following academic preparation or practical experience. Applicants must also submit a two page (500 - 1,000 word) statement of purpose. The statement of purpose should clearly explain the applicant’s career goals, and how the certificate will help achieve those goals. The statement of purpose should be a representative sample of the quality of an applicant’s English-language writing ability.
Students should have foundation competency in computer skills.
Written English Proficiency Requirement
Students must meet Level One written English proficiency by submitting a two page (500 - 1,000 word) page statement of purpose that will be evaluated by the department admissions committee. Students who receive an unsatisfactory evaluation of their written application materials will be required to pass an English skills development course with grade of B or better. The course will be selected in consultation with an adviser.
Program Requirements
Students are required to take nine units of core requirements and nine units of electives. The selection of electives is based on student interest and needs and are chosen in consultation with an adviser.
Core Requirements
During the first year of study, all students must take ITEC 800, Theoretical Foundations of Instructional Technologies; ITEC 801, Instructional Systems Design; and ITEC 850, Design and Management of Training Programs. Students must receive a grade of "B" or higher in each of the required core courses in order to receive the certificate.
Electives
Students choose nine units of electives. Since the certificate is focused on training design and development, it is strongly suggested that students choose from that group. However, the choice of electives will depend on the students' interests, needs, and backgrounds.
Program
Core Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 800 | Theoretical Foundations of Instructional Technologies | 3 |
| ITEC 801 | Instructional Systems Design | 3 |
| ITEC 850 | Design and Management of Training Projects | 3 |
Electives
9 Units chosen from the following:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ITEC 805 | Needs Assessment in Training Design | 3 |
| ITEC 825 | Formative Evaluation and Usability Testing | 3 |
| ITEC 830 | Design of Learning Environments with Emerging Technologies | 3 |
| ITEC 852 | Training and Learning in Organizations | 3 |
| ITEC 860 | Distance Education | 3 |
| ITEC 865 | Emerging Technologies in Instruction | 3 |
Minimum total: 18 units
The minimal requirement for completion of the certificate is 18 units. Based on individual student needs, background, and interests, students may complete more than 18 units.
Award of Certificate
When all requirements have been met, the student must complete the certificate approved program form. The form, along with transcripts indicating satisfactory completion of all certificate requirements, must be submitted to the chair of the Department of Equity, Leadership Studies, and Instructional Technologies. The chair will then initiate issuance of a certificate to be signed by the department and the dean of graduate studies. Award of the certificate will be entered on the student's transcript.
Supplementary Authorization to the Teaching Credential
Teachers who have earned a single or multiple subject credential can receive a supplementary authorization in instructional computing by completing 12 graduate units in appropriate courses in the department. Course must be selected from any of three focus areas:
- Software evaluation and selection: ITEC 715, ITEC 815, ITEC 830, ITEC 860, or ITEC 865
- Hardware operation and functions: ITEC 715, ITEC 815, or ITEC 816
- Classroom uses of computers: ITEC 815, ITEC 816, ITEC 830, or ITEC 860
The supplementary authorization can be used to verify competencies as a computer laboratory manager or for computer-based teaching. For further information, contact the department.
