Master of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation)

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.