Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership - Technology, Learning, and Leadership Specialization, M.A

At a Glance

Leads to Teaching License?

Avg. Duration

2 years

Start Term

Fall

Required Credits

Course Load

Full-time, Part-time

Location

On-Campus

Application Deadline

March 4, 2025

FAFSA Deadline

June 30, 2025

Tuition (estimate)

In-State - $12,540
Out-of-State - $26,490
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Program Overview

The Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership - Technology, Learning, and Leadership Specialization, Master of Arts (M.A) program is designed to prepare you to become a scholar and leader in the study and design of learning technologies. This specialization is truly cross-disciplinary, drawing together students with diverse interests and all sharing a focus on exploring the impact of technology on education. Faculty members affiliated with this specialization have research interests and expertise in computational thinking, virtual worlds for learning, computer science and data science education, design methodologies, learning sciences and online learning. They situate their work in a variety of fields including learning sciences, digital literacy, educational technology, computer science education and child-computer interaction.

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How to Apply

Information on admissions and application to this program can be found on the University Graduate Admissions website and the program handbook.

Admission Requirements Guide to Applying

“I wanted to be part of a program learning from people who are doing the actual work; The College of Education’s relationships globally are unparalleled to other institutions. It’s never been a better time to be an EdTerp.”

Timothy F. Bryson, student

Requirements

Program Requirements

The program is carefully crafted to give you a strong foundation and provide flexibility for your interests and goals.

Degree Requirements

The chart below outlines one possible pathway through the program. Upon admission, you will be able to work with your advisor to customize your course schedule.


	Minimum of 30 Credit Hours of Master’s Study	Credit Hours
Core	TLPL 788X: MA Core: Research Methodologies and Educational Practice	3
Specialization Credits	TLPL 702: Theories of Learning and Leadership with Technology A second 700-level TLL course (e.g. TLPL 708X: Special Topics in Technology, Learning & Leadership, or TLPL 703: Research on Technology in Education) Two additional courses on topics related to technology and some aspect of teaching and/or learning. These classes may be within TLPL but can also be taken outside the department as long as they meet certain criteria	12
Research	TLPL 691: Research Methods (or equivalent course as negotiated with advisor)	3
Capstone	TLPL 798: Special Problems in Education (Independent study with advisor, or alternative with advisor approval)	3
Electives	3 courses from the following: 600- and 700-level courses in the College of Education. The classes can be from a range of topics and need not be technology specific (e.g. Assessment, Equity, Leadership, Policy, Research Methodologies) Relevant courses from departments outside of the College of Education, such as the School of Information Studies (iSchool), Computer Science, Psychology, or Sociology	9
	Total Credits	30

Contact

Kay Moon

TLPL Graduate Coordinator

kmoon@umd.edu

Dr. David Weintrop

weintrop@umd.edu