Pepperdine University Graduate School Of Education And Psychology

Highlights

• Master of Arts in Learning Technologies online program can be completed in one year
• Provides student assistantships
• Provides job placement services
• Alumni network helps graduates find a position in the field of their choice
• Provides a career fair
• Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges

About the School

Pepperdine University, is a Christian institution. Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology provides master's and doctorate degree programs. The Master of Arts in Learning Technologies online program was awarded the 2007 Platinum Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning programming (online) from the United States Distance Learning Association.

Academic Programs

Of particular interest is the Master of Arts in Learning Technologies online program. The program is designed for K-12 online educators, human resources professionals, corporate trainers, online instructors and others. The program includes hands-on experience with cutting edge technologies. The curriculum covers topics including action research, technology application, and learning theory/leadership. The program emphasizes learning and leadership and prepares students to lead initiatives in technology in their own organization. The coursework is customized to be incorporated into the students' workplace practice. In addition, the program's cohort model provides a supportive learning environment.

Learning Options

Most of the coursework of the online Master of Arts in Learning Technologies program is conducted online. The students meet face to face three times during the year.

Student Notes

• Career services office representatives provide a variety of services
• The student body includes people of diverse cultures
• Staff members are available to provide support

Faculty

Pepperdine faculty members are accomplished professionals and have academic credentials. The school reports the faculty members involved in the Master of Arts in Learning Technologies online program are leading field practitioners in the K-12 classroom setting.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Applicants of the Master of Arts in Learning Technologies need to have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. In addition, financial aid is available to those who qualify. Scholarships and assistantships are also available.