University at Buffalo Graduate School of Education 30 courses 30 total credits
The Learning Sciences and Educational Technology program aims to help students design and improve technology-driven learning across classrooms, organizations and communities. The practical track offers hands-on experience in instructional design, UX and technologies for immediate career impact. The research track deepens your understanding of how people learn and equips you to design equitable environments. Both tracks build a strong foundation in learning sciences to advance your career or prepare for doctoral study.
| Total Credits | 30 credits |
Required Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELP 500 | Nature of Inquiry | 3 |
| LAI 615 | Intro to Curriculum, Instruction, and Science of Learning(CISL) | 3 |
| LAI 649 | Learning Theories | 3 |
| LIS 502 | Special Topics in Info Usr/Use | 3 |
| Total Required Core | 15 credits | |
Research Concentration
Select from the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CEP 560 | The Psychology of Learning and Instruction | 3 |
| LAI 536 | Digital Video/Literacy Learning | 3 |
| LAI 573 | Technology as a Social Practice | 3 |
| LAI 647SEM | Sel Topics | 3 |
| LAI 648SEM | Equity, Diversity, & Epistemological Issues in Technology | 3 |
| LAI 671 | Philosophy of Technology | 3 |
| LAI 678 | Digital Media in Education | 3 |
| LIS 563 | Digital Libraries | 3 |
| LIS 569 | Database Systems | 3 |
| Total Research Concentration | 12 credits | |
Applied Practice Concentration
Capstone
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LAI 700 | Indiv Guidnc Capstn Event | 1-6 |
| Total Capstone | 3 credits | |
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