Technology Education, M.Ed.

Graduate Program Chair

Wayne Whitfield, PhD

Graduate Committee

Keith Chenot, MFA
Sanjay Kaul, PhD

Program Objectives

The Master’s of Education in Technology Education Program leads to professional licensure (5-12) in the field of technology/engineering education.

Program Description

The master’s in technology education is a 39-credit program designed to fill the requirements for certification as a technology teacher and to meet the needs of the practicing teacher with prior preparation and experience. In addition, the program aims to:

• Demonstrate the application of a wide range of knowledge in the area of technology education, including the technologies of manufacturing, communications, construction, power, energy and transportation
• Prepare teachers to design, implement, and evaluate the most contemporary teaching strategies and approaches in technology/engineering education
• Enable teachers to acquire skills in developing and working with tools, machines and materials
• Explore relationships among technology/engineering education, career awareness, math, science and other fields of knowledge
• Implement unique problem-oriented strategies for diverse and exceptional student populations

Admissions Standards and Criteria

To apply for enrollment in the Master of Education in Technology Education Program, a student must submit documents as outlined in the graduate admissions section as well as:

• An official transcript of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution (A liberal arts or science undergraduate major is required for those seeking full certification)
• A copy of initial licensure or professional certification
• For more information regarding licensure requirements for teacher preparation programs, contact the Educator Licensure Office at (978) 665-3239 or visit the Web site at www.fitchburgstate.edu/edunit.

Program Requirements

The 39-credit program includes:

• Nine credits of graduate pedagogy
• Fifteen credits of technology knowledge and field applications
• Six credits of clinical experience
• Nine credits of professional electives