Master of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation)

Become an agile leader of learning in knowledge networks and digital innovation

Why study this course?

Education is being challenged by today's online information ecology and participatory cultures. CSU's Master of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation) provides flexible program options in knowledge networking, global information flow, advanced search techniques, learning analytics, social media, game-based learning, digital literature and learning spaces design. Now more than ever, working in education requires a deeper knowledge and understanding of the diversities of information environments and the range of emerging opportunities influenced by big data, Web 3.0 and the semantic web.

Focusing on digital connectivity, communication, collaboration and convergence, this course addresses the pedagogic requirements of global knowledge networks, and innovative learning and teaching in these information-rich participatory environments. Graduates will develop expertise in global and community networked knowledge environments, in the fields of learning innovation, e-learning, e-literature, e-pedagogy, and participatory online cultures.

Career opportunities

The Master of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation) can be the springboard to promotion with your current employer, the platform from which to launch a new career, or simply a way to become more effective in your current role. This innovative and flexible online program is designed for qualified education professionals working in any level of education or training, including primary and secondary schools; school and system leaders; university, community and adult education; corporate, public, and not-for-profit organisations; ICT integrators; teacher educators; instructional designers; learning support specialists; teacher librarians; and academic or education librarians.

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Credit

Credit is available for entry into the Master of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation) for previous related study.  

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Course structure

Students undertaking the Master degree will study two core subjects, Concepts and Practices for a Digital Age and Digital Futures Colloquium, and six elective subjects. The course probes knowledge networking and digital innovation, including new online tools and techniques for handling information; the transformation of knowledge exchange in open educational environments; how different knowledge interactions transform learning; how well designed learning spaces energise curriculum; and how areas as diverse as gaming, digital citizenship and social networking are part of the education story of 21st Century learning.

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Graduation requirements

To graduate from the Master degree, students must complete 64 subject points. To graduate from the Graduate Certificate, students must complete 32 points comprising one core subject and three elective subjects. 

Academic expectations

For each 8 point subject at CSU, students should normally expect to spend between 140-160 hours engaged in the specified learning and assessment activities (such as attending lectures or residential schools, assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, assignments or examinations). The student workload for some subjects may vary from these norms as a result of approved course design.

Students will be assessed on the basis of completed assignments, examinations, workplace learning, or other methods as outlined in specific subject outlines.

Where applicable, students are responsible for travel and accommodation costs involved in workplace learning experiences, or attending residential schools (distance education students).

Expectations relating to academic, workplace learning, time and cost requirements for specific subjects are provided in the subject abstracts and in course materials.

Why this degree?

The Master of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation) is designed for educators seeking to expand their knowledge and practice using information and networked learning.  It offers a flexible multi-disciplinary postgraduate program that responds to the urgent need for educators to have:

• expertise in navigating diverse information pathways within their personal and creative learning environments, socially connected networks, and globally enriched information contexts
• the capacity to critique e-pedagogies and critically reflect on the use of technologies in a variety of learning contexts
• advanced knowledge and understanding drawn from the information field in order to provide foundational improvements in pedagogical practices in digital education environments
• the ability to investigate scenarios where learning innovation occurs and respond to the impact on learners, teachers, community and professional environments
• the agility and capacity to address professional development priorities related to digital learning environments

Graduates will develop expertise in global and community networked knowledge environments, in the fields of learning innovation, e-learning, e-literature,  e-pedagogy, and participatory online cultures,  and have the capacity to:

• be innovative in identifying, using and evaluating digital technologies for learning, teaching and professional practice
• respond to change in a spirit of intellectual inquiry, creativity and initiative in perceptive and productive ways
• manage personal and participatory knowledge networks to communicate and work collaboratively and effectively with others
• understand the social, cultural, civic and economic dimensions of information use
• apply advanced search skills for information discovery and research
• demonstrate a creative approach to resourcing and facilitating differentiated learner engagement in a variety of forms, formats and environments that meet curriculum standards in blended formal and informal learning environments
• use the findings of educational research to inform practice
• contribute to the ongoing professional dialogue and research in the field of education informatics

Being flexible and responsive to personal skill development needs, the course can be customized to focus and expand knowledge of digital environments in order to embrace innovation and change in professional practice. By examining key features and influences of global connectedness, information organisation, communication and participatory cultures of learning, every student is provided with the opportunity to develop personal and professional expertise in their chosen field.  

Career opportunities

Being flexible and responsive to personal skill development needs, the course can be customised to focus and expand knowledge of digital environments in order to embrace innovation and change in professional practice. By examining key features and influences of global connectedness, information organisation, communication and participatory cultures of learning, every student is provided with the opportunity to develop personal and professional expertise in their chosen field.  

This course offers professional development for those working or seeking employment as:

• leaders in curriculum
• innovation in digital environments
• digital project managers
• social media leaders
• information services managers and technology integrators
• leaders in e-learning
• strategic leaders in digital policy and education developments 

Credit

Credit for up to four subjects is available for CSU graduates of:

• Master of Education (Teacher Librarianship)
• Master of Education (with specialisations)
• Master of Information and Communication Technology in Education
• Master of Information Studies (who meet the teacher qualification prerequisites)
• Graduate Certificate in Information Studies (who meet the teacher qualification prerequisites)

Upon application, credit for a maximum of four subjects is available for other graduates from Australian and international universities in the fields of Information Technology, Information Science and related fields, who meet the CSU admission requirements.

Admission requirements

Applicants must have one of the following qualifications:

• hold a four-year Bachelor degree in education (which includes Graduate Certificate or equivalent at AQF Level 8 for teacher accreditation)
• hold a Graduate Diploma of Education or a graduate entry Bachelor of Teaching
• possess other qualifications and/or work experience deemed to be equivalent by the University under the provisions of the Australian Qualifications Framework

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