Instructional Technology
Major
What is Instructional Technology?
Instructional technology analyzes the
need for technological innovations in the field of education.
This technology is provided to the school in a variety
of ways. Instructional technology teaches elements such
as computer networking, and developing better video and
audio equipment. Instructional technology is a form of
information technology in an ever-growing field. Instructional
technology, as with information technology, teaches students
to set up and run new technologies. IT workers are hired
to install new programs, develop the network, troubleshoot
problems, etc.
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What Kinds of Students Take This
Major?
Students who want to work with computers
and their installation should be interested in instructional
technology. The field of instructional technology focuses
on the use of new technologies in ways that benefit learners
– young students and adults. Students who enjoy
both working with learners of various ages and who want
to work with computer and other electronic equipment should
pursue instructional technology. Some students may want
to engage in the development of instructional materials.
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What Courses Do Instructional Technology
Majors Take?
The required and elective courses you
would take for majors vary considerably among institutions.
Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth
of topics you are likely to experience were you to major
in this field.
Computers
for Teachers |
Design
and Development Tools |
Learning
Environments Design |
Educational
Television Production |
Technology
Enhanced Classroom Environments |
Teaching
with Technology |
Instructional
Design |
Programming |
Curriculum
Design |
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What Types of Positions do Instructional
Technology Majors Take After College?
These professions and professional organizations
illustrate the types of positions you might qualify for
if you complete this major. Some majors are more directly
related to employment than others, however. You should
consider the likelihood of employment after graduation
carefully, if you do not plan to go on for graduate work
in a field. Even with the completion of graduate work
in some fields, however, employment is difficult, so you
should determine what the prospects are for this or any
major. Employment possibilities are often enhanced by
the selecting employment-related courses and by the enrollment
in second major or in a minor.
Website
Developer |
Instructional
Software Development |
Instructional
Consultant |
Technological
Support Firm |
Technology
Trainer |
Teacher |
Bureau
of Labor Statistics
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Related Links
If you are interested in learning more
about what professionals in this field do and what kinds
of activities they engage in, check out some of the following
links. You might also want to check out web sites for
university or college departments offering this major.
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University Departments to Consider
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and you in your search for the best major available. They
offer excellent curriculums in well-rounded programs for
you to consider.
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Other fine institutions offering this
major offer excellent programs to consider.
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More Information? Look at major descriptions prepared
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Instructional Technology Major
