UOIT – Master of Education Dr. Robin Kay Director of Graduate Studies robin.kay@uoit.ca

Promotion Page Download this presentation: tinyurl.com/uoit-med-may For more information … education.uoit.ca/graduate

Background We started in 2009 Educators are VERY busy Online can be too detached We created virtual classrooms Face to Face but Online

Why UOIT? 10 reasons

1. Leading Edge Technology

2. Learn From Home

3. Face-to-Face Contact

4. Diversity

June 1 ► Sept Start Oct 15 ► January Start Mar 15 ► May Start 5. Flexible Intake June 1 ► Sept Start Oct 15 ► January Start Mar 15 ► May Start

6. Course Selection

6. Course Selection

7. More Affordable Pay on a course by course basis One of the least expensive programs in the country Flexible leave of absence policy

8. Listen to Our Students

9. Great Faculty

10. Graduation Rate 97%

Our Current Students 165+ students enrolled – 85% part time Different locations Durham, Ontario, Canada, China, Bangladesh, Seoul, Singapore, South Korea, Turkey, Ukraine Different experiences K-6, Intermediate, Secondary, Higher Education, Health Care, Trainers, Administration, Technology Support

Our Current Students Dynamic Wide-range of perspectives Multiple-skill sets (technology + education) Vibrant discussions Strong bonding among students Future leaders

Class Overview Virtual Classrooms – See Video Face-to-face from home High Speed Internet + Webcam + Microphone 10 to 15 students per class 1-3 hours per class, once per week High interactive + small group discussions Collaborative Personalized Assignments Leading edge technology & resources

Virtual Classroom

Program Overview Degrees & Diplomas M.A. M.Ed. 6 courses + M.A. Thesis 8 courses + M.Ed. Project 10 courses (course only)

Program Overview Areas of Focus See list of courses Education and Digital Technologies Elective Courses in Leadership and Administration Curriculum Adult Education

Program Overview 3 Terms Fall Winter Spring Summer Sept to Dec (12 weeks – One Evening) Winter Jan to April (12 weeks – One Evening) Spring May to July (10 weeks) Summer July to Aug (6 weeks)

Standard Admission 4 year undergraduate degree or 3 year degree + B.Ed. Overall B average + minimum B average in last 4 semesters (send transcripts) 2 reference letters Statement of Interest Why UOIT is a good match for you? Relevant experience emphasizing education & technology

Non Standard Admission Category 1: 4 year degree (B-) 4+ years relevant experience excellent references strong SOI (explain grades, make a strong case) Category 2: 3 year diploma strong SOI Starting Point: Grad Diploma, then transfer

Application Dates June 1 for Sept 2017 Oct 15 for Jan 2018 Mar 15 for May 2018 Go to : http://education.uoit.ca/graduate/applications/

Contact Information Key Contacts Program Assistant: Ms. Cheryl Simmons cheryl.simmons@uoit.ca Program Director: Dr. Robin Kay robin.kay@uoit.ca Website education.uoit.ca/graduate