MA Digital Technologies, Communication and Education

University of Manchester

Course overviewJoin a top ten UK university for Education (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021) and study an award-winning course that brings together theory and practice in teaching and learning.Develop skills and experience in a range of digital tools and practices, applying your ideas to real projects in individual and group work.Learn to analyse and undertake research in digital education, from detailed evaluation of technological applications through to analysis of social and technological trends.Course descriptionDigital Technologies, Communication and Education (DTCE) is a distinguished, award-winning programme with a rich history spanning nearly twenty years. We are proud of the transformative impact our programme has had on the careers and lives of our alumni, many of whom are now doing innovative work in the field of digital education.The programme equips students with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the digital age, tailored to empower a diverse range of professionals: teachers, lecturers, administrators, managers, e-learning designers, trainers, and all those passionate about education.As we navigate through the digital transformation, this programme provides you with a profound understanding of the dynamic environment that permeates both our personal and professional lives. By integrating theory with practical, real-world insights, our programme equips you with the necessary competencies to navigate, evaluate, and shape the digital future of education.Whether your goal is to further your career, enrich your understanding of digital education, or position yourself at the forefront of educational innovation, our MA in Digital Technologies, Communication, and Education empowers you to release your potential in this digitally connected world.AimsYou will:Develop interpersonal and group communication abilities to enable independent learning, collaboration, and informed decision-making through reflection on your own practice.Build confidence and expertise in designing innovative educational materials using digital technologies and pedagogies.Critically evaluate uses of digital technologies in both formal and informal educational settings, relating this to your own needs and practice.Systematically understand and critically assess research and methodologies relevant to digital technologies in education, applying this knowledge in research projects.Manage rapid technological change and analyse its impacts on educational processes, institutions and policies

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