Master of Education in Educational Technology Leadership
Department
Department of Educational Leadership and Technology
College
College of Education
Overview of the program
Southeastern Louisiana University is excited about the potential of Southeastern’s newest master’s degree program. The Louisiana Board of Regents approved a redesigned M. Ed. in Technology Leadership and it is administered by the Department of Educational Leadership and Technology within the College of Education. It should be apparent to everyone that technological changes drive society and technology is a major force throughout the world. The program is designed to address this rapid change by providing needed knowledge and skills for candidates enrolled in the program. Additionally, potential students may be interested in the Louisiana Department of Education’s approved technology certification programs.
Concentrations
Thesis or Non-Thesis option
Strengths of the program
Obtain Technology Facilitator Certification by taking the following:
- ETEC 644: Educational Software Development
- ETEC 650: Networking
- ETEC 660: Technology Leadership
Preparing for a job in the program
Those who successfully complete the 36-hour degree program including the ETEC 620, ETEC 650, and ETEC 660 classes will obtain their Technology Facilitator Certification.
Careers in the program
The educational technology professional seeks to promote active learning through various web platforms. The goal is to build problem solving and critical thinking skills and support writing and artistic endeavors. Classroom activities may include creating course websites, starting class blogs, implementing wikis for editing purposes and using online video websites or interactive whiteboard tools.
Starting Salaries after completing the program (estimates only)
Compensation for fulltime tech support professional working in an educational setting is relatively high, about 10% over the national average salary for all jobs. According to indeed.com (http//:www.indeed.com) the average salary for the position is $74.000 per year.
How do I know this is the degree for me?
Common Strengths and interests of students in the program
Ed tech professionals are expected to have teaching or tutoring experience with children and some background in various learning styles. They must be committed to motivating students, adept in using educational strategies and have an understanding of assessment indicators.
Contact Information
Dr. Elizabeth Rhodes, Assistant Professor
Program Director, Technology Leadership Program
Department of Educational Leadership and Technology
SLU 10549, Hammond, LA 70402
erhodes@selu.edu
Tel. 985-549-5713
Fax: 985-549-5712
