Technology has brought change to the work of organizations of all types. Significant changes are seen in the use of technology in instruction and the delivery of instruction via technology. Yet, technology is primarily a tool that serves content. Its impact is largely dependent upon the appropriate design of the information and instruction delivered through technology.

Teachers of preschool through Grade 12 may obtain a masters degree, Rank I, second masters degree, and/or endorsement for P-12 Instructional Computer Technology (approved 2005 and based upon International Society for Technology in Education Standards) to complement their base teaching certificate. UofL collaborates with Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) to offer this program as the Technology Leadership Institute (TLI).

Graduates serve as computer-using teacher leaders in their schools and as Technology Coordinators at school and district levels. This program is offered on-site at JCPS and the current emphasis is laptop computing. Preparation for IT Certifications is an option in this program.

Detailed requirements for completing this degree are provided in the UofL Graduate Catalog.

If you are not a P-12 teacher but are interested in instructional technology, Industry IT certifications, instructional design, and state-of-the-art training development for military, government, and private industry, see the web pages for B.S. Workforce Leadership and M.S. Human Resource Education.

Admission Requirements

Prospective students must submit an on-line application for admission to the University of Louisville Graduate School.

As part of the application process, students are required to submit all official transcripts. The minimum requirement for admission is the baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.

Each applicant is required to submit at least two letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to the applicant’s academic and/or professional capabilities and potential are required.

Each applicant is required to submit official scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). To be considered for unconditional admission, students are required to have a minimum combined score of 800.

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of all foreign students from countries in which English is not the native language. Students holding a baccalaureate or advanced degree from an accredited institution in the United States are exempt from this requirement.

For unconditional admission, students are required to have a 2.75 cumulative grade point average, or 2.75 grade point average for the senior college years.

Opportunities for Graduates

P-12 teachers typically take teacher leadership roles in schools and districts.

Training Developers and Instructional Technologists work in profit, non-profit, and military organizations.

Certification

Endorsement for P-12 Instructional Computer Technology (approved June 2005) to compliment their base teaching certificate.

Preparation for Industry IT Certifications is an option for both tracks.