Master of Science in Educational Technology (EduTech) at Saarland University

About

Advances in technology are continuously enhancing learning inside and outside the classroom. Educational designers and educators need to understand and orchestrate the learning opportunities of the 21st century: hybrid and online learning community and collaborative learning Massive Open Online Courses learning management systems and social media digital tools and open educational resources game-based learning learning with multi-touch devices, e.g. smartphones, tablets, tabletops In a friendly and competent environment, you will learn in online and blended learning environments as well as in classrooms equipped with the latest technologies. EduTech is interdisciplinary. It crosses and redefines the boundaries between learning and computer science. It bridges the theoretical and technical knowledge of computer systems with knowledge of socio-cognitive aspects of learning to create rich new learning experiences. We emphasise interactive, learner-centred approaches to learning and instruction. You will work on projects together with your fellow students in interdisciplinary groups, sharing knowledge and learning from others. The projects will be relevant to current research. You can contribute to investigating computer-supported collaborative learning with the use of different devices and learning platforms. Additionally, the course projects will provide you with practical experience of designing and developing educational software. In this context, you will take part in shaping your projects and pursuing your own research questions. The EduTech Master's programme is targeted at students holding Bachelor's degrees in Psychology, Education, or Computer Science, but it is open to other fields as well. We are a multidisciplinary group of researchers with international and interdisciplinary experience in educational technology. We will support you in learning and engaging in this cutting-edge field. Current research foci: Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning Collaboration Scripts for The Orchestration of Learning Activities Argumentation Processes in Online Scenarios Joint Attention and Embodied Learning in Co-Present Learning Scenarios of Multi-Touch Surfaces (iPads & Tablet PCs, Interactive Tabletops) Computational Thinking Online Learning Tools and Platforms Adaptive Educational Technology, e.g., Automated Feedback in TEL Audience Response Systems and Social Learning Platforms for Large Lectures Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) Master's in Educational Technology graduates acquire a comprehensive understanding of the most relevant instructional design and learning theories, digital learning tools and platforms, and solutions for developing and assessing the effectiveness of a digital learning product implementation. Graduates can choose a career in educational research or become developers of digital media. They can also work in an e-learning company, as educational designers for specialised workplace computer courses, as creators of online educational materials, or as advisers for educational institutions. An alumni study of 2018 shows that more than 90% of alumni find a job within the field of educational technology with three months of graduation.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The Department of Educational Technology welcomes applications from German and international candidates with a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Psychology, Education, Computer Science or related fields with a grade of at least 3.0 (based on the German grading system) and proof of fluency in English (see "Language requirements" below). Bachelor's degrees in other (but still EduTech-relevant) fields may be accepted, provided that there are still vacancies. This depends on the total amount of applicants and varies each year. For applicants of other backgrounds, it is required to have a very good final grade of 1.5 or better. Applicants must also submit a letter of motivation along with a copy of their CV. Official translations in English or German need to be provided for any document that is not in either of those languages. For more information please consult our official website. Additional information for international applicants: Further information about the application and enrolment processes as well as special information and advice for non-EU applicants can be found here: https://edutech.uni-saarland.de/applying-to-edutech-m-sc/.

How to Apply

The application takes place completely online. General information about the application process: https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/study/application/master.htm SIM Application portal: https://sim.uni-saarland.de/bewerbung#/Logon An application is possible annually starting in early June and ending by 15 July.