Master's in Educational Technology Leadership | GSEHD

Chart the Course for Learning, Leading and Technology

In today’s world, technology plays a key and important role in effectively
teaching and designing educational materials for learners of all ages across every learning environment (school systems, corporate training, government, etc.). The Educational Technology Leadership (ETL) program leads the way in preparing teachers, trainers, instructional designers, leaders and others to design and implement technology-enhanced learning.

As a pioneer of distance-learning methods, our innovative online educational technology degree program provides the flexibility of learning cutting-end curriculum from world-class faculty at the convenience of your location.

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Accessible & Accredited
The Educational Technology Leadership programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission of Higher Education, are offered fully online, making this program available to you wherever you are in the world.

Tradition of Excellence
As one of the first distance education and online programs in the field, the GW Master’s in Education Technology Leadership program is celebrating 30+ years in leading cutting edge developments in instructional technology and design.

Strategic Partnerships
GW is dedicated to the improvement of teaching and learning through strategic partnerships and the application of new educational technologies.

Even as an online student, a GW education is unlike any other. Take advantage of our unique location in the heart of our nation’s capital and benefit from the University’s extraordinary access to leading national and international organizations.

Our ETL program has a leadership emphasis with innovative curriculum, providing you with a leading edge education to prepare you for a career across diverse industries. You’ll gain real-world experience through applied projects, readying you to go beyond the role of technician, and become a manager and leader who is able to make important learning decisions.

Program at a Glance

Master of Arts in Education and Human Development in the Field of Educational Technology Leadership

Educational Leadership

Online

Spring, Summer, Fall

Our Mission

The Master's in Educational Technology Leadership provides students with leadership skills that allow alumni to successfully improve human performance and learning through technology. The curriculum is focused on teaching skills that will promote:

The design, development, and delivery of truly effective learning experiences.
The development of leaders in the global expansion of educational technology and distance education.
An emphasis on practical technology applications in corporate, governmental, and educational settings.
The effective management and leadership of projects, teams, and learning organizations.

Curriculum

The following requirements must be fulfilled: 36 credits, including 24 credits in required courses and 12 credits in elective courses.

Code	Title
Required
EDUC 6368	Leadership and Education
EDUC 6401	Foundations in Educational Technology
EDUC 6402	Trends and Issues in Educational Technology
EDUC 6403	Educational Hardware Systems
EDUC 6404	Managing Computer Applications
EDUC 6405	Developing Multimedia Materials
EDUC 6406	Instructional Design
EDUC 6114	Introduction to Quantitative Research
or EDUC 6116	Introduction to Educational Statistics
Elective
Four of the following:
EDUC 6371	Education Policy
EDUC 6421	Critical Issues in Distance Education
EDUC 6422	Instructional Needs Assessment and Analysis
EDUC 6425	Developing Effective Training with Technology
EDUC 6426	Computer Interface Design for Learning
EDUC 6427	Advanced Instructional Design
EDUC 6428	Developing Digital Professional Portfolios

Program Outcomes

As a Master's of Educational Technology Leadership graduate, you will:

Lead your organization with a broad view of technologies and the results they can achieve.
Solve complex challenges using systematic evidence-based approaches.
Manage teams and projects that achieve meaningful results.
Design solutions that leverage today's - and tomorrow's - technologies.

Graduate Certificates Offered

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Educational Technology Leadership

The Graduate Certificate in ETL is ideal for those who are already in a leadership position but lack formal instruction in ed tech, or those who aspire to become leaders in an ed tech environment. Related job titles include technology specialist for a school, county, or district, director of instructional services and district-level educational technology coordinator.

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Instructional Design

The Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design prepares students to apply the theories, principles, models, tools, and techniques of systematic instructional design in diverse organizational settings. Related job titles include instructional designer, curriculum developer and technical writer.

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The Educational Technology Leadership Master's and the Graduate Certificate programs share the same courses. Upon successful completion of a Graduate Certificate, students may apply to the Educational Technology Master’s program and transfer all credits earned. Since application requirements are somewhat different, acceptance to a Graduate Certificate program does not guarantee acceptance to the Educational Technology Leadership Master's Degree.

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GSEHD’s Office of Admissions invites you to apply for a spot in our program. Please review the following admission and financial information.

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To learn more about the program, admission process, and upcoming events, please connect with the GSEHD Admissions Team at gsehdadm@gwu.edu or 202-994-9283.

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To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the online application form as well as the following required supporting documents. There is no application fee.

Prerequisite: Bachelor's Degree
Resume
Statement of Purpose
One Letter of Recommendation (preferably from a faculty member or professional supervisor)
Transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities

*Additional application requirements may exist for international applicants.

For more information on any of these requirements, please visit our Admissions FAQs page.

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Applications are now being accepted for Summer and Fall 2023. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.

	Spring	Summer/Fall
Priority Deadline	Aug 1	Nov 1
Round 1 Deadline	Sept 15	Dec 15
Round 2 Deadline	Nov 1	Jan 16
Round 3 Deadline	Dec 15	March 1
Round 4 Deadline	N/A	May 1

We know embarking upon graduate school is a big decision - due in part to the costs of attending. At GW, we understand the time and thought behind making graduate school work for you. Please take a moment to learn more about the options and opportunities available to help fund your graduate education.

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Graduate tuition is charged per credit hour, unless otherwise noted. Rates vary by program and location.

The tuition rate for the Online Master's in Educational Technology Leadership program is $920 per credit hour. This program requires 36 credits.

Please note: Additional fees may apply for international students, late fees, etc. Current tuition rates may be updated during the year.

Scholarships are available to eligible admitted students. Please review eligibility requirements on our Funding Your Education page.

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The fact that GSEHD’s program is completely online provides accessibility and quality to individuals who want to pursue more education without leaving their paid, full-time or part-time positions.

JULIE LINDSAY
Founder and CEO | Flat Connections
Master’s in Education and Human Development, Educational Technology Leadership

Career Outlook

With a curriculum that is founded on the latest research-based approaches to education, technology and leadership, this program will equip you with the necessary skills to navigate the rapidly changing global environment of jobs in educational technology. As a graduate of the Educational Technology Leadership online degree program, you will be poised to successfully guide the future of learning and technology in your organization.

ETL Career Opportunities

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Training and Development Manager
Professionals in this position examine training and educational programs available to their company’s employees. Once they’ve chosen the most beneficial options, they are responsible for planning and executing the programs to ensure all employees have the proper knowledge to succeed in their careers.

Instructional Coordinator
These professionals develop effective curriculums and teaching materials to be utilized by educators and principles in elementary, middle and high schools. Their roles often involve analyzing data to determine the effectiveness of academic programs and materials.

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