Ashland University’s College of Education has developed online programs to make it possible for educational professionals to earn a degree or endorsement by completing all of their coursework fully online. In today’s rapidly changing world, it has become vital to offer more options for taking courses that are convenient and flexible. If you have a demanding work schedule or you want to spend more time with your family, obtaining an online degree or endorsement from Ashland University makes perfect sense.
Program Delivery Method
Students access course materials online and study during convenient times. Professors and students engage with each other via Ashland University’s Learning Management System (LMS) and other online communications including discussion forums, chats and video conferencing tools to create a 21st century learning environment.
Is an Online Program for Me?
Online courses offer busy professionals opportunities to learn in new ways and make learning available to many who cannot attend a traditional class. The successful online student should possess the following qualities:
- Self-motivated and self-disciplined
- Work independently and have good time-management skills
- Communicate effectively in both written and oral formats
- Commit up to 10 hours per week for each course to review lectures/videos, complete assignments, participate in chats and threaded discussions, etc.
- Accept critical thinking and decision making as part of the learning process
- Access to a computer and high-speed Internet
Available Programs
Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction: Educational Technology
The M.Ed. in Educational Technology is a 30-hour fully online degree. The curriculum is designed for candidates who desire to earn a Master of Education degree and obtain an Ohio Department of Education Technology Facilitator Endorsement.
Technology Facilitator Endorsement
The Technology Facilitator Endorsement is an 18-hour fully online program. The curriculum is designed for candidates who desire to obtain an Ohio Department of Education Technology Facilitator Endorsement to serve as a building/district-wide technology coach.
