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I am currently obtaining a Master's in Instructional Technology at the University of Maryland University College. All of the courses are offered online for this specific program; something I felt was necessary as I'm currently employed as a full-time elementary school teacher and needed something that would fit in with my schedule. So far, I have taken three online courses, all which have provided me with knowledge to apply to my current classroom instruction. My favorite part is that I've learned... Read More about various applications that I can use to support student learning within my classroom. I was worried about the quality of instruction since it is an online program, but so far the instructors have gone above and beyond with making sure I get the most out of the program.

I absolutely love UMUC! Best decision I ever made. The comments are correct! You must work for every grade you receive. It takes hard work, dedication, and time mananagement. There are no free grades given out! If your not willing to work hard don't bothered to enroll at UMUC. I nerver had another problems with Financial aid As well as my professors grading unfairly. You must read your syllabus and responding to discussions weighs heavily on your grades as well as required projects. I am happy to... Read More say I am one semester about from graduating from UMUC with a 4.0 and a Masters degree in Intergrating Technolgy into Pre-K-12 grade.

I graduated with an M.Ed. in Instructional Technology in December 2013. I thoroughly enjoyed my degree program and will recommend it to any educator. However, I am growing very concerned with UMUC's direction and its quest to attract qualified students at the graduate level. I believe that each graduate program should require that students submit standardized scores or a writing essay for admission into the program. Having graduated from an institution that is regarded in high esteem, it saddens... Read More me that UMUC's graduate admissions requirements are not more stringent. UMUC needs to focus on being a state school, appeal to overseas students and military/veterans. In a move to enroll just anybody will certainly be the death of its reputation.