Instructional Technology and Design, M.S. Instructional Technology Facilitator Concentration

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Instructional Technology and Design, Instructional Technology Facilitator Concentration is a fully online program that provides the opportunity to earn your K-12 (077) license alongside the master’s degree. This program prepares students to work as Instructional Technology Facilitators in K-12 school systems. Students in this program gain hands-on experience in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of a broad range of educational media and technology for innovative teaching, training, and development – preparing you for a variety of positions both in and outside of K-12 (e.g., higher education, non-profit, government, corporate, and military settings).  

Program Distinctions

• UNC Greensboro’s graduate Library and Information Science programs are ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. 
• As part of this program, students have the opportunity to fulfill the requirements for a North Carolina State K-12 instructional technology (077) license. Additional courses will be required for those without a current teaching license.  
• Unique focus on design thinking, online learning, instruction for diverse learners, and accessibility.  
• All students are required to take a set of core courses, including a field-based capstone. 

The Student Experience

• Graduate students in the School of Education ILRS programs benefit from online synchronous instruction that enables engaging instruction in a discussion-based format.  
• Students work closely with their advisor to customize their learning experiences to align with both their short-term and long-term career goals.  
• Students will gain experience and skills in the design, production, application, and evaluation of a broad range of media and technology to support innovative teaching. 
• Students will learn how to apply adult learning theories to design and deliver engaging and effective professional development (PD) sessions for educators.  

After Graduation

A master’s degree in instructional technology is the gateway to a fast growing career field with opportunities across many different sectors including: K-12, higher education, nonprofit, government agencies, corporate, healthcare and insurance, science and technology, and military settings.  

This concentration focuses on preparing students to work as Instructional Technology Facilitators in K-12 school systems, by earning their NC 077 K-12 license.  

Check out our ILRS Jobs Board to see current job announcements. 

Additional Information

Program Customization 

Please note that all licensure candidates are required to: 

• Submit a Candidate Agreement form to the program coordinator. 
• Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. 
• Archive all course assignments required as evidence for accreditation and post them to your final portfolio by the last semester of the program. 
• Score 2 or above on all teaching dispositions. 
• Receive a satisfactory evaluation on the practicum. 
• Acquire professional liability insurance for all courses with field-based components (LIS 677). 
• Submit to a criminal background check before completing LIS 677. 

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We accept applications on a rolling basis, meaning you may apply at any time, and begin your program during either the Fall, Spring, or Summer semester. 

Live Outside North Carolina?

Currently, UNC Greensboro is authorized to offer online education in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Find out more about State Authorization — a law that regulates in which states colleges and universities can offer education. 

UNC Greensboro does not guarantee that programs that fulfill North Carolina licensure requirements will satisfy the criteria of professional licensure boards in other states or territories. For further explanation, visit Professional Licensure.