Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

What you'll study

Coursework emphasizes culturally responsive teaching, ethics and faith in digital contexts, advanced research skills, and the use of instructional technology tools. Course delivery methods include virtual reality, video discussion, concept maps and demo videos. Specific topics named in the program description include digital literacy in education, media literacy and misinformation, open educational resources (OER), assistive technology, information literacy, and sustainable technology integration.

• Program-specific course codes: TECH-501, TECH-502, TECH-503, TECH-504, TECH-505, TECH-506, EDUC-510, EDUC-520, EDUC-530, EDUC-600, EDUC-630.
• Learning outcomes include demonstrating technical hardware/software skills, aligning technology with learner needs, applying assistive technology for diverse students, and articulating ethical digital-citizenship practices informed by a biblical worldview.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold a baccalaureate or graduate degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and CHEA, with official transcripts sent directly to the university. An undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 is required from the degree-granting institution (with at least 30 hours completed there).

• Applicants must have a valid (not necessarily current) state teaching license or an equivalent certificate (for example from ACSI), or an official letter from a school administrator confirming employment as a teacher of record, adjunct instructor, or full-time instructor.
• At least one year of approved teaching experience in a P–12 or postsecondary setting (U.S. or abroad) is required.
• Supporting documentation must demonstrate access to a P–12 or postsecondary classroom, preferably in computers, digital literacy, digital media, or other technology-related areas.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared to teach technology and digital-literacy classes at the P–12 or postsecondary level and to work in education support roles. Job titles specified by the program include:

• Adjunct community college professor (technology/digital literacy)
• Education service agency specialist
• P–12 classroom technology/digital literacy teacher for dual-enrollment courses
• Technology/digital literacy roles across various industries

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Financial aid options include grants, loans, scholarships, veterans' benefits and employer reimbursement. The program notes a locked tuition rate while continuously enrolled; applicants are directed to request cost sheets or consult the financial-aid webpages for estimated cost of attendance and applicable fees.