Master of Science - Technology for Education & Training Online Degree Information

	Master of Science - Technology for Education & Training
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Degree Title:	Master of Science - Technology for Education & Training
College:	The University of South Dakota
Description:	The Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Technology for Education and Training from The University of South Dakota prepares educators to be successful with the integration of available and emerging technologies. This program focuses on an instructional systems approach and the principles of learning design. By capitalizing on their content expertise, students will further develop their skills to apply technological tools to the learning process. This master's degree prepares students to plan and effectively integrate various technologies in their classroom. The Master of Science in Technology for Education requires 36 credit hours to complete.

Accreditation:	North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission and The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) (?)
Delivery Format:	Entirely Online (?)
Educational Level:	Master (?)
Language:	English
Requirements:	A baccalaureate or equivalent degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning and an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent. GRE or MAT scores required.

Facts & Figures

Institutional Accrediting Agency: (?)
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

Address:
414 E. Clark Street
Vermillion, SD 57069
US

Institution Type: (?)
Public Higher Education

Total Online Enrollment:
1300 students as of 1/1/2008

Calendar Type:
Trimesters starting in September, January and May.

Average Cost per Credit:
Undergraduate: $219.55 Graduate: $290.65

Credit-earning Options:
Credits Accepted are transfer, life experience, training (industry), and training (Military). CLEP and ACT accepted for transfer to Undergraduate programs. Some restriction apply.

Delivery Format: (?)
Format is online using Desire2Learn course management software.

Carnegie Classification: (?)
Doctoral/Research University—Intensive

Technical Requirements:
Minimum 750MHz processor; Minimum 256MB RAM; Cable/DSL/Satellite internet preferred; Minimum Windows 2000, Mac OSX 10.1, Linux; Minimum 500 MB free storage; Sound Card; Open Office 2.x or later; Web Browser; Anti-Virus software.

Scholarships Offered:
Students are encouraged to work with the University's Financial Aid office to obtain information about sources of funding (scholarships, grants, loan forgiveness programs, etc.)

Loans Offered:
Loans may be available. Applicants may apply by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Registration Details:
A University representative will contact the student to walk them through the registration process.