Master's in Learning Technologies Program Information

If you are a new student in the program, please start by reviewing the New Student Information page.

Courses

UNT has a proven track record in online delivery and has been teaching students online for nearly 30 years. The MS degree is one a few in the U.S. that is aligned with the International Society for Technology in Education's (ISTE) National Educational Technology Standards (NETS). You'll learn how technology has shaped education and training, as well as discover how to create your own online courses, implement learning technologies theory and practice, and become versed in one of the 4 concentrations offered (list below), and much more.

If you are a new student and has spoken with an LT MS advisor, fill out the LT-MS Course Request Form.

If you are an in-person student, please follow with the in-person course rotation: LT-MS In Person Course Rotation (Fall and Spring Admits)

Primary Tools Learned/Used

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Zoom and Microsoft Teams

Learning Technology Learned/Used

  • UNT Instructure (Canvas)
  • Webinar Tools: Zoom and Microsoft Teams
  • Data and Cloud Technology: File Sharing, File Servers, Social Media, and more.

This degree is a 36-hour program. Requirements include a core of 12 hours and 12 hours of foundation courses. Selection of one of the program concentration is also required to reach the 36 hours required for the degree.

Core Courses, 12 hours

Foundation Courses, 12 hours

Deficiency Courses

If required to level into the MS, credit does not count toward degree total:


Concentrations

Students can complete one of the program concentrations listed below. Alternatively, students may choose no concentration wherein they choose any four (4) elective courses in addition to completing any core or foundation courses.

Track information for students who began the program prior to Fall 2023: LT-MS Tracks Prior Fall 2023

Artificial Intelligence in Education and Learning Analytics

As a strand within the Masters of Science Degree in Learning Technologies, the AI concentration focuses on the applications of AI in education and learning analytics. Students will learn how to translate highly technical information in ways that others can understand in order to carry out their jobs.

Students take the following four (4) courses:

Instructional Design and Technology

The Instructional Design and Technology (IDT) concentration focuses on the practice of maximizing the effectiveness, efficiency, and appeal of instruction and other learning experiences. The process consists of determining the current state and needs of the learner, defining the end goal of instruction, and creating instruction to assist in the transition. The process is informed by pedagogically tested theories of learning. In addition, students are immersed in creating, managing, and evaluating instructional systems. Graduates of the IDT concentration are prepared to work as instructional designers or learning experience designers in corporate, higher education, K-12, and other instructional and training environments. 

Students take the following two (2) courses:

And complete two (2) of the following:

 Teaching and Learning with Technology

Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) is designed for educational professionals serving in administrative, teaching, or research capacities in a variety of educational settings. This concentration focuses on theoretical foundations, technology skills, technology integration strategies for teaching and learning, active research, innovations in technology, and paradigms for effective online delivery assessment. The degree emphasizes application-oriented technology skills that are valuable for independent study and research, classroom teaching, and personal and professional projects. Graduates of the TLT concentration are prepared to work with the latest educational technologies and effectively use learning technology to improve teaching and learning. This program concentration enables professionals to select and evaluate appropriate technology tools based on the needs of students and curricula. The TLT concentration specifically builds skill sets that empower you to work in educational positions in K-20 and higher education.

Workforce Learning and Performance Management

The Workforce Leadership and Performance Management concentration is designed for individuals seeking careers in leadership development, human resource development, entrepreneurial management, or workforce development. Individuals who earn this degree develop skills that lead to career opportunities in the corporate sector, public organizations, and non-profit agencies. Graduates assume leadership and managerial roles as  training/learning and development directors, organization development managers, entrepreneurs, and consultants.

  • LTEC 5100 - Foundations of Workforce Learning & Development
  • LTEC 5121 - Corporate Training Presentation Skills
  • LTEC 5470 - Interpersonal Skills Development
  • LTEC 5640 - Organization Development, Technology and Change
  • LTEC 5650 - Technology Entrepreneurship
  • LTEC 5660 - Project Management
  • LTEC 5670 - Distributed Leadership
  • LTEC 5900 - Advanced Project Management

Degree Plan

Students must file a degree plan within the first 12 hours of course work and after admission to the program. Once filed with the Graduate School, an electronic copy of your approved degree plan will be available to you via the MyPlanner tool (accessible through my.UNT.edu) for documentation and reference purposes. Any deviations from your approved degree plan will require an official degree plan change. Contact LT-MS-Advising@unt.edu or 940-565-2445 for assistance with filing your degree plan. 

Registration

Information about session or semester registration may be found at Registrar.unt.edu/Registration. If you have registration issues, contact the Registrar's Information Counter by calling 940-565-2111 or visiting Eagle Student Services Center (ESSC) Room 147. Contact LT-MS-Advising@unt.edu or 940-565-2445 if you require degree plan changes due to registration issues or have other problems the Registrar cannot help resolve.

Financial Aid

Students should visit FinancialAid.unt.edu for details on Financial Aid and the application process.