Educational Technology Specialist (PreK-12) - M.S. (Initial)
New York State Registered Program Code: 40926 (Educational Technology)
HEGIS Code: 0899.02 {School Media Specialist}
Molloy Program of Study Code: M1ETI
Certification with NY State is for Initial Certification Educational Technology Specialist PreK-12.
We do not accept teaching experience to count towards the Apprentice course (30 observation hours in a high-needs district) required in an initial certification program.
Please note that students must check the catalog or status sheet and with their advisors for course requirements before registration.
If you are in an Educational Technology (EdTech) Initial program while you are earning an initial certification in EdTech, please check with a potential district administrator/employer for an additional requirement to teach in this area.
Prerequisite for this program: Bachelor's degree.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Teacher candidates will demonstrate a high level of written and oral communication skills.
- Teacher candidates will demonstrate the dispositions, attitudes, and beliefs deemed appropriate for teaching professionals.
- Teacher candidates will demonstrate reflective practice by utilizing research, assessment, and professional development to meet the needs of diverse student populations.
- Teacher candidates will acquire sufficient pedagogical knowledge and skills to be translated into effective teaching.
- Teacher candidates will acquire sufficient content knowledge and skills to be translated into effective teaching
Requirements
Required Courses (39 credits):
| EDU 5010 | E-Portfolio | 0 |
| EDU 5012 | Apprentice Field Observations in Inclusive Classrooms | 0 |
| EDU 5130 | Meeting the Needs of Culturally Diverse Students in Inclusive Classrooms in Birth-Grade 2, Childhood 1-6 and Adolescence 7-12 | 3 |
| EDU 5230 | Instructional Applications of the Internet - Integrating Digital Age Tools into Instruction, Classroom Management, Communication and Collaboration | 3 |
| EDU 5240 | Diverse Abilities and Needs of Students in Inclusive Classrooms Birth-Grade 2, Childhood 1-6 and Adolescence 7-12 | 3 |
| EDU 5300 | Foundations of Education and Technology | 3 |
| EDU 5301 | Analyzing Digital Media in Teaching and Learning | 3 |
| EDU 5302 | Interdisciplinary Curriculum and Methods in Educational Technology | 3 |
| EDU 5303 | Assessment Tools for Educational Technology | 3 |
| EDU 5304 | Educational Website Design, Video Integration, Distance Learning, Blended and Virtual Schools | 3 |
| EDU 5305 | Mobile Learning and Teaching with Social Media for Educational Technology Courses | 3 |
| EDU 5479 | Pre-Student Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms | 0 |
| EDU 5504 | Student Teaching Seminar | 0 |
| EDU 5595 | Student Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms | 6 |
Complete either EDU 5060 or EDU 5061 (3 credits):
| EDU 5060 | Integrated Language Arts and Reading for the Inclusive Classroom of Diverse Learners in Early Childhood and Childhood Settings | 6 |
| Or | |
| EDU 5061 | Adolescent Reading, Writing and Communicating in the Content Areas for Inclusive Classrooms of Diverse Learners | 6 |
Total Credit Hours: 39