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Technology Integration & Coaching

Master the effective integration and use of emerging instructional technologies to promote change and development in your classroom.

Master Your Technology and Training Skills

Become an expert in emerging technologies with this master's program, it prepares you to develop tech-infused learning environments and curricula. By capitalizing on your content expertise, you will further develop skills to apply technological tools to your learning process. As a master's student at USD, you'll focus on an instructional systems approach and the principles of learning design. Then, capitalize on your content expertise and further develop your skills to apply technological tools to the learning process.

Promote educational change and development through the use of distance learning and other emerging technologies, expand your knowledge and skills and prepare to lead others into the future of education as a TIG student at USD.


Degrees & Offerings

Technology Integration and Coaching (M.S.)

Master's
  Online

The online Master of Science in Technology Integration and Coaching (TIG) is flexible, affordable and convenient for the working teacher. It prepares educators to be successful with the integration of available and emerging technologies. Become an expert in multimedia, web authoring, instructional programming, computer hardware, tech-infused learning environments, curriculum and more.

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Known for Excellence

With qualities like small class sizes, specialized programs and incredible student opportunities, USD is not your typical university. What makes us unique is what makes your education exceptional.

Departments & Facilities

Explore the departments, facilities and centers that contribute to your education in teacher residency & education.
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Teacher Residency & Education

The Division of Teacher Residency & Education is focused on preparing effective, responsive teachers who can meet the needs of all students in today's schools. Through unique features such as a robust yearlong residency, an emphasis on technology and curriculum that recognizes a variety of learners, our division offers an enriching education for educators and leaders.

Faculty & staff

Get to know the faculty and staff in the Division of Teacher Residency & Education. Our faculty's K-12 experience informs their teaching; they know what it's like to manage a classroom, plan curriculum and teach a wide variety of learners, so they have the expertise necessary to prepare you for your future classroom.
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Daniel Mourlam

Division Chair, Teacher Education/Associate Professor
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Susan Gapp

Associate Professor
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Jing Williams

Associate Professor

Specialty

Social Studies Education
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John Williams

Assistant Professor
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Lisa Hazlett

Professor

Specialty

Young adult literature; secondary ELA education
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Nicki Carr

Instructor
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Danielle Davenport

Senior Secretary
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Kristen DeMuth

Instructor
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Jamie Hovden

Instructor
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Monica Iverson

Senior Lecturer

Specialty

Special Education
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Kelly Knutson

Instructor
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Carla McMurryKozak

Instructor

Specialty

K-12 Special Education
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Kevin Reins

Associate Professor
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Take Your Classes Online

We're committed to bringing our knowledge to you. USD serves the largest number of online students in the state of South Dakota. With competitive online tuition rates, we offer the same price whether you’re out-of-state or an in-state resident.


USD maintains a challenging and rigorous curriculum focused on preparing you to move forward in your career.


Take classes at your own pace. Enroll in an online class today! 

 

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Unlock Broad Career Opportunities

Technology has become a major factor in both the way we teach and the way students learn—and there has never been a better time to make your mark in your field. 

Get the skills you need to succeed. Students who complete our program are well positioned for leadership roles in a variety of fields, including education, instructional technology, electronic information resources, distance learning and emerging technologies, multimedia and other areas.

Surprisingly Affordable

Whether you’ve recently completed your undergraduate degree, or you want to kick your career up a notch, graduate school is the next logical step. The good news is there is funding for both online and on-campus students to get you through your program. 
GA (Resident*)
Resident
Online
Non-Resident
Tuition (1 cr.)
180.3
340.15
470.45
654.05
GAF Fee (1 cr.)
55.3
55.3
0
55.3
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More About Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates are subject to change and may vary depending on the program or department. Visit the Graduate Tuition & Costs page for more information.

* Graduate Assistant (GA) rates are available for resident, non-resident and online students.

** Resident rates may be available to you through the SD Advantage, Child of Alumni or Western Regional Graduate Program. To see if you quality, visit usd.edu/grad-tuition.

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