This document provides information about Stockton University's Master of Arts in Instructional Technology (MAIT) program, including details about the MAIT cohort program. It describes the MAIT curriculum and certification opportunities. It also outlines the benefits of the MAIT cohort program, such as customized instruction, networking opportunities, and convenient scheduling. Information is provided about applying to the MAIT program and new affordable tuition rates for off-campus cohorts. Contact information is listed for questions about the MAIT program.

1. Master of Arts in Instructional Technology
(MAIT) Cohort Information
Dr. Doug Harvey
Associate Professor
of Instructional Technology
douglas.harvey@stockton.edu
Dr. Jung Lee
Associate Professor
of Instructional Technology
jung.lee@stockton.edu
Dr. Amy Ackerman
Program Director,
Associate Professor
of Instructional Technology
amy.ackerman@stockton.edu

2. Topics
What is the MAIT program?
What is the MAIT cohort program?
Supervisory Certificate Program
Application Process
Q & A

3. MAIT Program deals with
The improvement of
teaching, learning and
performance through
the application of
learning theory and
technology.

4. MAIT program focuses on
Designing instruction from the
perspective of the learner rather
than from the perspective of the
content (the traditional education
and training approach).

5. MAIT Program serves
Educators, administrator
s, and related personnel
in P-12 schools and
higher education, as well
as those involved in
instructional
design, development, an
d training in government
and corporate sectors.

6. MAIT Curriculum
 11 courses (33 credits)
 6 Core courses including Research & Capstone courses
 5 Elective courses
For example:
 Integrating Technology in the Classroom
 Web Design and Development
 Distance Learning in Education
 Critical Thinking and Technology
 Grant Writing

7. After the MAIT degree:
Supervisory Cert Courses
To apply for the Supervisory Certificate,
Required Courses (Prerequisite: Master’s Degree)
 EDUC 6110: Curriculum Development & Evaluation
 EDUC 6120: Principles of Supervision
Optional Electives (2 courses)
 INTC 5160: Instructional Design
 INTC 5230: Supervising & Coordination Ed Tech
 INTC 5330: Integrating Technology in the Classroom
 More courses available in the MAED program

8. What is the MAIT Cohort
Program?
 All classes are offered at a school site or via
distance education.
 All courses include hybrid (face-to-face and online)
component with some offering total, virtual
attendance.
 The same group of students (cohort) proceeds
through the program together.
 The curriculum is customized to the specific
needs of the cohort group.

9. Benefits of MAIT Cohort
 Faculty/staff convenience
 Networking synergy among colleagues
 Customized Professional Development
 Better prepared faculty/staff, new and experienced
 Highly qualified teachers to meet NJCCS 8.1 standards
 Content & Technology integration
 Pedagogy
 Course/training design and assessment
 Use of local community facilities
 Mobilization of local human resources

10. Cohort Curriculum
 Same rigor as the on-campus courses
 Total 11 courses (33 credits)
 6 core courses
 Instructional Technology in 21st Century Learning,
Visual Communications, Learning Strategies in I.T,
Instructional Design, Research, Capstone
 5 elective courses
 Selected and customized by the cohort group
 Possible to provide a new course based on
needs of the cohort group

11. Duration
Determined by the cohort group
 Three courses per year
 Fall, Spring, and Late Spring
 3.5 years
OR
 Two courses per year
 Fall and Spring
 5.5 years

12. Class Time
 Adjusted to teachers’ schedules (district
academic calendar) rather than following
Stockton schedule
 Right after the end of the school day
 3.5 hours, once a week, 11-12 weeks
 Three courses during a school year

13. Instructors for Cohort Program
 Core courses: MAIT faculty members
 Electives:
 MAIT faculty or highly qualified adjuncts,
including MAIT alumni

14. For a new MAIT Cohort
 If the cohort agrees, MAIT will offer
EDUC 6110: Curriculum Development &
Evaluation as an elective course, so that, after
receiving a MAIT degree, you need to take
only one more course to complete required
NJ Supervisory Certificate courses.

15. Application Process
 You can start as a non-matriculated student
 Up to 6 credits
(However, we recommend that you apply for the MAIT
program at Stockton before taking a course)
 Why do I need to be matriculated?
 Need to pay non-matriculated student fee each term
($50)
 Cannot apply for financial aid
 Cannot apply for Graduate Assistantship
 Do not receive student ID

16. Application process (cont’d)
 Check the Stockton Graduate Program website.
 Go to http://www.stockton.edu/grad
(Academics/ Graduate Programs/ Prospective
Students/ How to Apply)
 On-line application available
 Fill in the application form and essay
 Three letters of recommendation
 All transcripts

17. Application process (cont’d)
 No testing if currently hold a Master’s degree
 GRE or Miller Analogies Test
 Stockton has a computer-based testing center
 Make an appointment (609-652-4227 – Grad Studies)
 Testing days at Stockton
http://intraweb.stockton.edu/eyos/page.cfm?siteID=107&pageID=262
 Immunization requirements
 State mandatory

18. New Tuition Rate for MAIT
Off-campus Programs
Stockton cohort pricing
 All inclusive tuition price:
$600 per credit (No additional fees)
 13 or more students in the group:
$570 per credit (No additional fees)

19. Payment Options:
 Option 1:
Pay full amount on the 1st day of class
 Option 2: Deferred Payment ($50.00 charge)
1. 1/3 of all inclusive tuition rate + $50 due by 1st day of class
2. 1/3 due 30 business days prior to the END of class
3. 1/3 due 30 days AFTER the end of class.

20. What is the next step?
 Complete non-matriculation form
http://stockton.edu/grad
• Submit reimbursement request for school district, if
applicable
 If questions, email MAIT Program Director
amy.ackerman@stockton.edu
 @amyMAIT

21. Any Questions? Q & A
Thank you for your interest in the
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