Program Objectives

The objectives of the Ed. D. in Instructional Technology are to help learners:

• experience a variety of strategies to enhance learning by employing technology effectively in a wide range of learning environments
• develop knowledge in the theory and foundations of instructional technology
• become innovative agents for technology adoption into educational and human resource development organizations.
• become skilled and highly capable professionals who are able to make effective decisions about appropriate uses of technology in learning communities.
• develop knowledge, skills and abilities for teaching within digital – and online - learning communities.
• learn and apply advanced skills in research, assessment and evaluation strategies that may be used to measure the effectiveness of educational technology within learning communities.
  
  

The Ed.D. Advantage

Improving technology access for students, teachers and organizations and developing effective strategies for technology integration are both critical factors within educational reform in Maryland.

Effectively using technology to engage and foster higher-level thinking and problem- solving skills is a critical link to improving student learning. In schools, technology can help teachers deliver instruction and target student needs more efficiently. Technology serves to foster communication with outside experts, peers, students, community members and parents. Yet, challenges remain, and use is limited.

Within the business community, incorporating technology into daily transactions has revolutionized business processes. Meetings have become more effective through the use of audiovisuals and multimedia presentations. Video conferencing allows executives to conduct business "face-to-face" with partners across the globe. Interactive and distance-based instructional training has provided innovative methods to enhance staff development. Technology use within corporate learning settings continues to grow at a rapid pace.

Extensive professional development is required to integrate technology into the curriculum and workplace in dynamic ways that increase learning and productivity.   Reducing the cost of equipping schools and businesses requires a knowledge of technologies, software, and implementation strategies. 

Successful Ed.D. students develop and refine the skills that businesses and schools need. Current Ed.D. students are leaders in their fields and continue to develop as technology integration experts.