MS - Online Teaching and Learning Major
The Master of Science degree with a major in Online Teaching and Learning is a 30-credit hour lockstep program. As the demand for online P-12 programs and courses increases, there is a corresponding need to develop innovative educational leaders who can model and articulate high-leverage practices in this ever-changing landscape. This program provides a solid foundation in learning, technology, design, evaluation, and instructional theories related to online learning and the creation of effective online courses. Candidates will gain experience with a broad range of
technology tools and strategies commonly used in online education with multiple opportunities to apply this knowledge in authentic online instructional settings relevant to P-12 online learning environments. This program is aligned to the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation’s (CAEP) advanced-level program standards and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) for Educators standards.
Candidates who have completed this program should be able to:
- Apply professional ethics and a biblical worldview to teaching and learning, research, technologies, instructional design, assessment strategies, and course development for P-12 online environments.
- Analyze current research, theories, methodologies, practices, and standards for online teaching and learning.
- Evaluate appropriate technologies and tools for optimal student learning and engagement in online environments.
- Design authentic learning experiences and assessments using the instructional design process.
- Demonstrate effective online systematic instructional design.
- Demonstrate the ability to use research with an understanding of qualitative, quantitative and/or mixed methods research methodologies.
- Demonstrate ethical, Christ-like attitudes, values, and biblical worldview that encompass professional dispositions, laws and policies, codes of ethics and professional standards appropriate to classroom teaching in their professional behaviors.
- Apply advanced knowledge of student learning suitable for any student.
- Apply data literacy to develop or sustain supportive school environments.
- Apply self-reflection and data analysis to improve their own teaching.
- Demonstrate the ability to lead and participate in collaborative activities with others, such as peers, colleagues, teachers, administrators, community organizations, and parents.
- Apply technology appropriate for their field of specialization.
- Demonstrate cultural knowledge and culturally responsive teaching that promotes student and school success.
- Apply content knowledge and skills that the courses and other experiences of this advanced preparation emphasize.
- Integrate global philosophies into their own educational practices.
Admission Requirements
The admission requirements for the M.S. program with a major Online Teaching and Learning, are as follows:
- Have completed a baccalaureate or graduate degree from a college or university that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by both the U.S. Department of Education (ED) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) verified on original transcripts sent by the institution directly to Indiana Wesleyan University. Transcripts from foreign institutions may need to be sent to an outside agency for evaluation and determination of transferable credits, degrees, and GPA. If this outside review is necessary, students are responsible for the initiation of this evaluation and for any fees incurred during the process.
- An undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or higher from the baccalaureate degree granting institution at which at least a minimum of 30 hours was completed.
- Experience in an education environment.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate from the M.S. program with a major Online Teaching and Learning, candidates must have completed the following:
- Successful completion of the program curriculum.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above in all graduate work and a minimum grade of "B-" in each course
- Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive a diploma.
MS - Online Teaching and Learning Major - Program of Study
Core Courses
| EDUO-601 | Teaching for Learning Online | 3 |
| EDUO-602 | Engaging and Empowering Learning Through Technology | 3 |
| EDUO-603 | Curriculum, Assessment, and Evaluation for the Online Learning Environment | 3 |
| EDUO-604 | Fundamentals for Instructional Design for Online Learning | 3 |
| EDUO-605 | Designing an Online Course | 3 |
| EDUC-510 | How We Learn | 3 |
| EDUC-520 | The Faithful Teacher | 3 |
| EDUC-530 | The Craft of Teaching | 3 |
| EDUC-600 | Classroom Action Research Tools | 3 |
| EDUC-630 | Research in My School | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
