Digital Learning Specialist (M.Ed.)

Digital Learning Specialist (M.Ed.)
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Professional organizations across the country have repeatedly emphasized the importance of technology in the classroom for both educators and students. As a result, the New Hampshire Department of Education has created standards for Digital Learning Specialist certification. The Digital Learning Specialist program prepares educators to use digital resources to improve their ability to integrate technology into their curriculum and classroom, while simultaneously enhancing the educator’s professional growth and productivity. This concentration is designed around International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) competency standards as well as the competencies for New Hampshire certification for Digital Learning Specialists.

PSU also offers students a dual certification option in this area. This program enables students to earn Digital Learning Specialist K–12 Certification and Library Media Specialist K–12 Certification. See information about this program in the MEd in Library Media chapter of the catalog.

Requirements for certification may change, subject to changes made by the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHDOE). Teacher candidates can find the latest NHDOE standards at education.nh.gov/index.htm.

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Academic Operations Manager
Office: Education, Democracy & Social Change, Rounds Hall Rm 216, MSC 38, Plymouth, NH 03264
Contact

Program Coordinator, Digital Learning Specialist; Library Media
Clinical Assistant Professor
Phone: (603) 535-3097
Office: Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Rounds Hall Rm 020, MSC 23, Plymouth, NH 03264

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Curriculum & Requirements

Optional Concentrations in this Major

Digital Learning Specialist MEd, Non-Certification

Course Title Credits
Master's Core Component
ED 5000Social Behavior in a Diverse Society3
IN 5400Imagination, Creativity and Innovation3
ED 5030Research Design3
Education Component
ED 5060Theories of Learning and Cognitive Development3
ED 5010Philosophy, Ethics & Education3
or ED 5140 Assessment: Principles and Practices
or ED 6100 Curriculum Integration and Performance -Based Assessment
SE 5581Technology for Diverse Learners3
Specialization Component
LM/CE 5010Leadership & Management3
LM/CE 5040Technology & Innovation3
CE 5120Digital Learning in K-12 Schools3
CE 5140Electronic Portfolio Development and Assessment3
Capstone Experience
ED 6900Graduate Capstone Project3
Total Credits33

Digital Learning Specialist MEd, K–12 Certification

Course Title Credits
Master's Core Component
ED 5000Social Behavior in a Diverse Society3
IN 5400Imagination, Creativity and Innovation3
ED 5030Research Design3
Education Component
ED 5060Theories of Learning and Cognitive Development3
ED 5010Philosophy, Ethics & Education3
or ED 5140 Assessment: Principles and Practices
or ED 6100 Curriculum Integration and Performance -Based Assessment
SE 5581Technology for Diverse Learners3
Specialization Component
LM/CE 5010Leadership & Management3
LM/CE 5040Technology & Innovation3
CE 5120Digital Learning in K-12 Schools3
CE 5140Electronic Portfolio Development and Assessment3
Capstone Experience
CE 5960Digital Learning Specialist Teaching Internship3-9
Total Credits33-39

Digital Learning Specialist, K–12 Certification Only

Course Title Credits
Education Component
ED 5060Theories of Learning and Cognitive Development3
ED 5010Philosophy, Ethics & Education3
or ED 5140 Assessment: Principles and Practices
or ED 6100 Curriculum Integration and Performance -Based Assessment
SE 5581Technology for Diverse Learners3
Specialization Component
LM/CE 5010Leadership & Management3
LM/CE 5040Technology & Innovation3
CE 5120Digital Learning in K-12 Schools3
CE 5140Electronic Portfolio Development and Assessment3
Capstone Experience
CE 5960Digital Learning Specialist Teaching Internship3-9
Total Credits24-30

Admission Information

Requirements

The Digital Learning Specialist programs require the following materials to be submitted through our online application

  • Recommended 3.0 or better GPA in undergraduate coursework
  • Official transcripts from any/all college level work
  • Three professional recommendations
  • Current Resume
  • Statement of interest
  • NH Residency Verification form (NH residents only)
  • $75 application fee

Deadlines

Students pursuing Digital Learning Specialist programs can apply for admission to any of the upcoming semesters. Here are the deadlines for 2023-24:

  • Fall 2023 – August 1, 2023
  • Spring 2024 – December 1, 2023
  • Summer 2024 – April 15, 2024

*We suggest submitting your documentation at least two weeks prior to the posted date to ensure your application is complete and can be reviewed by the deadline. 

2023-24 Estimated Graduate Per Credit Tuition and Mandatory Fees

  New Hampshire Resident
Tuition Mandatory Fees Per Credit Total
Master’s Degrees/Certificates $570 $42 $612
CAGS $610 $42 $652
EDD $665 $42 $707
  Out-of-State Resident
Tuition Mandatory Fees Per Credit Total
Master’s Degrees/Certificates $789 $42 $831
CAGS $763 $42 $805
EDD $845 $42 $887

More information is available through the Student Financial Services Office

Graduate students are eligible for financial aid in the form of student loans only. You will need to complete the FAFSA at least 30 days prior to the start of the semester you wish to begin taking classes. International students are not eligible for federal financial aid – please review our international admission requirements to learn more.

More information can be found on the Student Financial Services website.

Each year, Plymouth State offers a limited number of merit-based scholarships to admitted graduate students. Selection criteria include academic and professional achievements, commitment to graduate study, and achievement or pursuit of personal or professional goals. Visit the PSU Scholarship Opportunities webpage for additional information.

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