Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s online master’s of science in education with a major in instructional technology degree program is ranked 23rd in the nation and 2nd in Illinois for affordability, according to leading education research publisher SR Education Group.
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“SIUE’s instructional technology program is delighted to be recognized among the nation’s most affordable online programs,” said Graduate Program Director David Knowlton, EdD. “Yes, we have one of the lowest tuitions around, but we also give students a huge bang-for-their-buck by ensuring that they get a world-class education.”
Housed in the School of Education, Health and Human Behavior’s Department of Educational Leadership, SIUE’s master’s in instructional technology is 100% online and is structured to develop creative design thinkers.
“Our program requires students to complete real-world, authentic projects,” Knowlton said. “You won't find many tests or quizzes with us. We believe that we provide the highest quality work when students are actually doing what will be required of them in the professional world.”
To learn more about SIUE’s instructional technology program, visit siue.edu/education/edld/it or contact Knowlton at dknowlt@siue.edu.
Photo: SIUE’s master’s in instructional technology degree program has been nationally ranked among the Most Affordable Online programs.