Graduate Program of Study:

New Jersey City University

Master of Arts

Educational Technology with a specialization in School Library Media

Academic goals and expectations for graduate studies:

My academic objective is to develop the knowledge and expertise in the innovative uses of various technologies, multimedia design, and the integration of technology into curriculum.  Through developing the aforementioned, I would like to acquire skills and competencies that will enable me to develop and coordinate educational media services.  I have chosen New Jersey City University's (NJCU) program, because I would like to participate in a program that provides instruction that will prepare me to fulfill my career goal of assuming a leadership position of a school media center or programs at district, secondary and elementary levels, if an opportunity presents itself.  Lastly, it is my hope that not only will I receive quality academic experiences but also heightened sensitivity to the moral and ethical dimensions inherent in literacy, education, and schooling.

NJCU Program Mission Statement:

These programs are designed to offer graduate students the opportunity to acquire skills and competencies that will enable them to develop and coordinate educational media services.  The individuals enrolled in these programs are individuals concerned with the improvement of the learning process and instruction through the evaluation, selection, organization, distribution, production, and utilization of appropriate print and non-print resources and technology needed for their use.  These programs will provide growth opportunities to assure that candidates acquire a broad cultural and intellectual background.  These courses are project-based, and students leave with projects that can be used in their particular educational settings.

Coursework and Course Descriptions:

I began my graduate studies at NJCU during the summer session of 2005.  As my graduate studies progress, I will list the courses that I have completed with the applicable dates.  Following are the courses that I have completed:

EDTC 618 - Learning Theories, Motivation, and Relationship to Technology

The principal theories of human learning are surveyed including behaviorism, cognitive information processing, and constructivism. Additional theories which have been shown to affect learning are examined, including: motivational, developmental, biological, sociological, and physiological factors. Special emphasis is given to alternative educational approaches, methods, strategies, and technologies that increase instructional effectiveness. Summer I 2005

EDTC 627 - Seminar: Current Issues and Trends in Educational Technology

This upper level seminar is designed to explore the latest trends and research in educational technology. The course involves intensive study and discussion in specialized areas. Summer 2005 - Online

Source: New Jersey City University 2002-2004 Graduate Catalog