Educational Technology Leadership
Earn your master's degree or a certificate in
Educational Technology Leadership
Earn your master's degree or a certificate in
Educational Technology Leadership
Tailored for the Modern Educator
Technology is revolutionizing every aspect of our daily lives, including the way students learn and teachers teach. These rapid shifts are creating a rising demand for forward-thinking teachers, trainers, instructional designers and leaders who can leverage these new tools effectively in diverse learning environments. With a focus on innovation and inclusivity, our programs empower you to design and implement technology-enhanced instruction tailored to diverse learning styles and needs. Whether you aspire to shape educational landscapes in schools, corporate settings, military training, or government agencies, our programs cater to professionals eager to be at the forefront of this dynamic field.
As a pioneer of distance-learning methods and a U.S. News & World Report top-ranked program, the online ETL programs at the George Washington University provide a flexible, world-class education delivered by expert faculty.
Learn more about the program that fits your career goals:
the gw advantage
Accessible + Accredited
The Educational Technology Leadership programs, accredited by the Middle States Commission of Higher Education, are offered fully online, making this program available to you wherever you are in the world.
Experiential Learning
Students gain practical experience by integrating coursework and hands-on projects with their day-to-day professional roles, allowing them to apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Additionally, students actively engage with other industry professionals in the development of instructional design proficiencies.
Diverse Student Body
Our diverse student body comes together from multiple industries across the country, bringing a wide range of professional experience, skills, and enriching knowledge. With a predominant female student base, our programs emphasize the importance of diverse leadership in the ed-tech sector.
Programs at a Glance
Master's: Educational Technology Leadership
This 30-credit online program prepares you to become a leader in instructional design and educational innovation. Course curriculum embeds core elements of emerging educational technology, educational research methods, instructional/curriculum design, project management, and leadership strategies that foster innovative and effective learning environments.
Graduate Certificate: Educational Technology Leadership
In just 12 credit hours, prepare to transition from an educator or supervisor role to a leadership position in educational technology. Ideal for professionals eager to spearhead ed-tech initiatives, you’ll also learn to evaluate their impact on learning outcomes.
Graduate Certificate: Instructional Design
Master the art and science of effective instructional design in this 12-credit online certificate. Prepare to analyze learning objectives and lead instructional design projects in diverse organizational settings. Apply design theories, principles, models, tools and techniques to the development, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing management of effective learning experiences.
Dual Degree: Master's + Graduate Certificate
Merge the depth of a master's program with the specialization of a certificate. Earn your certificate credentials in just 12 credit hours and accelerate your career trajectory by selecting one of the graduate certificate programs to coincide with the master's program.
Programs at a Glance
Master's: Educational Technology Leadership
This 30-credit online program prepares you to become a leader in instructional design and educational innovation. Course curriculum embeds core elements of emerging educational technology, educational research methods, instructional/curriculum design, project management, and leadership strategies that foster innovative and effective learning environments.
Graduate Certificate: Educational Technology Leadership
In just 12 credit hours, prepare to transition from an educator or supervisor role to a leadership position in educational technology. Ideal for professionals eager to spearhead ed-tech initiatives, you’ll also learn to evaluate their impact on learning outcomes.
Graduate Certificate: Instructional Design
Master the art and science of effective instructional design in this 12-credit online certificate. Prepare to analyze learning objectives and lead instructional design projects in diverse organizational settings. Apply design theories, principles, models, tools and techniques to the development, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing management of effective learning experiences.
Dual Degree: Master's + Graduate Certificate
Merge the depth of a master's program with the specialization of a certificate. Earn your certificate credentials in just 12 credit hours and accelerate your career trajectory by selecting one of the graduate certificate programs to coincide with the master's program.
You May Be Eligible
No Application Fee
GRE is Not Required
Scholarships Available
Learn more about benefits that may apply to you, depending on the program you choose >
Students admitted to the Master's in ETL, Certificate in ETL, or Dual Master's + Certificate in ETL programs for the Spring 2025 start term are eligible for a guaranteed grant of $1,000 toward the first semester of tuition (6 credits required). It is possible to be awarded additional scholarship. Students must meet eligibility criteria for GSEHD Scholarships in order to qualify.
The fact that GSEHD’s program is completely online provides accessibility and quality to individuals who want to pursue more education without leaving their paid, full-time or part-time positions.
JULIE LINDSAY
Founder and CEO | Flat Connections
Master’s in Education and Human Development, Educational Technology Leadership
