Technology, Media and Learning

Preparing Effective Educators

We prepare the next generation of educational leaders in information and communication technologies.

Students and MST collaborators at Podfest

Who Are We?

We are an interdisciplinary community of designers, educators, and researchers with a shared commitment to thinking broadly about education.

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Welcome to Technology, Media and Learning at Teachers College

Step into a program where ideas turn into action.

At TML, you’ll work side-by-side with leading researchers, designers, and educators to tackle real-world learning challenges across schools, communities, and industries. Our students design and test new tools, media, and experiences in state-of-the-art research labs open to all, collaborate on cutting-edge projects, and contribute to scholarship that shapes the future of education.

Why TML?

We bring together a diverse community committed to rethinking how technology, media, design, and culture shape learning. Our programs span multiple pathways:

Exploring the social, cultural, and ethical impact of media and communication on education.
Designing, developing, and evaluating new technologies and games for learning.
Integrating technology into schools and classrooms as certified Educational Technology Specialists.
Completing flexible, fully online study through the Computing in Education M.A.

Your Experience

Hands-on learning: From media production to maker spaces, you’ll learn by building, experimenting, and testing.
Critical perspectives: Our coursework draws on learning sciences, design thinking, media studies, cognitive science, and social inquiry to help you see the bigger picture.
Real-world practice: Internships, fieldwork, and NYC-based partnerships connect your studies to careers in schools, nonprofits, cultural institutions, and technology industries.

Your Future

Graduates of TML become leaders across education, media, design, and research. They take on roles such as instructional designers, media specialists, UX researchers, game developers, policy analysts, educational technologists, and K–12 technology coaches. Whether your passion is media and culture, learning technologies, or games for learning, TML offers the community, resources, and opportunities to help you make a difference.

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Technology, Media, and Learning (MA)

The Technology, Media & Learning M.A. focuses on creating, designing, implementing, and researching novel technology-rich learning environments to transform formal and informal education. Throughout their studies, students will attend closely to both technical artifacts and the broader cognitive, social, and cultural dynamics that influence learning, teaching, and reasoning in complex real world settings. The program has 3 distinct concentrations (all face-to-face), as described below:

● Media, Culture, & Society (formerly, Communication and Education) relies primarily on social science inquiry to understand, interpret, and shape how information and communication technologies influence culture and education.
● Design of Learning Technologies (formerly, Instructional Technology and Media) concentrates on the creation and application of innovative technologies, guided by a research tradition grounded in pedagogy and cognitive science, in order to make new media work as powerful tools for study and teaching.
● Design of Games for Learning (formerly, Design and Development of Digital Games) prepares students to design, develop, implement and evaluate games and closely related technologies (such as mobile apps, interactive media, virtual and augmented reality) for learning and social impact in both formal and informal educational settings.

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Computing in Education ONLINE

Earn your Master’s fully online while exploring how technology shapes learning across cognitive, social, and cultural contexts. This flexible 32-credit program welcomes students from diverse professional backgrounds — from K–12 educators to industry designers — and blends theory with hands-on, project-based courses. You’ll engage in collaborative, real-world learning experiences, develop expertise in designing and evaluating technology-rich environments, and complete an integrative project tailored to your career goals. Ideal for working professionals ready to lead innovation in education, media, and learning technology.

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Educational Technology Specialist (K-12)

We offer two degrees for those seeking initial New York State certification as an Educational Technology Specialist. One track is for pre-service teachers, and the other is for currently certified teachers in another content area. Both programs prepare you to work directly with students and to partner with teachers in integrating technology into teaching and learning. You’ll learn to design curriculum, implement technology-rich classroom projects, and lead professional development that helps educators use technology effectively and creatively.

Master of Arts (M.A.) for Pre-Service Teachers — 38 points

Designed for those entering the teaching profession, this track provides the skills, fieldwork, and student teaching experiences needed for initial certification. You’ll gain expertise in technology integration, curriculum design, and supporting K–12 learners in developing digital literacy and computational thinking skills.

Master of Arts (M.A.) for Certified Teachers — 38 points

For teachers already certified in another content area, this track builds on your classroom experience while preparing you for leadership roles as a technology coach, director, or curriculum specialist. You’ll deepen your knowledge of instructional technology, support school-wide initiatives, and learn to design and deliver technology-rich learning experiences across grade levels.

Media, Culture & Society

Examine how media and communication technologies shape education, culture, and public life. This concentration prepares you to research, design, and lead initiatives that address equity, ethics, and the social impact of media in diverse learning contexts — with advanced degree pathways tailored to your goals.

Ed.M. in Media, Culture & Society

Ideal for those who already hold a master’s degree or have advanced standing, the Ed.M. deepens your expertise through a 60-credit program blending interdisciplinary theory, research methods, and applied projects. You’ll be prepared for leadership roles in research, policy, program design, and institutional innovation, with graduates working in higher education, non-profits, government, museums, media organizations, and beyond.

Ed.D. in Media, Culture & Society

For scholars and practitioners seeking to shape the future of media, education, and public life, the Ed.D. offers a research-intensive doctoral experience. Through advanced coursework, independent research, and active participation in the TML scholarly community, you’ll develop deep expertise and complete original dissertation research that advances the field — opening pathways to careers in academia, high-level policy, industry leadership, and cultural institutions worldwide.

Design of Learning Technologies

Explore how to create, evaluate, and improve innovative technology-rich learning environments. This concentration blends theory, design, and applied research to prepare you for leading roles in developing tools, systems, and experiences that enhance learning in classrooms, workplaces, and informal settings.

Ed.M. in Design of Learning Technologies

Building on the M.A. foundation, the Ed.M. provides a 60-credit advanced program for those who already hold a master’s degree or have significant graduate standing. You’ll deepen your expertise in instructional design, emerging technologies, and learning sciences while honing applied research and development skills. Graduates take on leadership positions in education, corporate learning, non-profits, and design consultancies, driving innovation in how technology supports teaching and learning.

Ed.D. in Design of Learning Technologies

The Ed.D. is a research-intensive doctoral program for scholars and practitioners who want to advance the theory and practice of technology-supported learning. Through advanced coursework, independent research, and active engagement with the TML community, you’ll develop deep expertise in design methodologies, learning theories, and technology integration. Candidates produce original dissertation research that shapes the future of educational technology design and prepares them for roles in academia, high-level policy, and industry leadership.