Technology Education BS
A specialized education for a high-tech future.
A degree in Technology Education will help you prepare students for the jobs of tomorrow.
Combining a strong foundation in education with technical classes using cutting edge equipment, this Bachelor of Science program prepares students for a career in technology education in grades K-12.
In-Demand Careers
- Educational technology specialist
- Middle school technology education teacher
- High school technology education teacher
- Vocational/career tech instructor
- School district technology coordinator
- Information technology teacher
Why Technology Education? | Why Our Program?
- Program provides rigorous education background for the highest level of teacher preparation.
- Students also take 10 technical classes and engage in a capstone design project.
- Choose from two concentrations: teaching and applied technology. Graduates of teaching concentration will be eligible for full certification to teach technology in grades K-12 in RI.
- Topics covered in the include: Teaching and learning; educational psychology; special education practices; computer-aided design; manufacturing systems; communication systems.
Technology Education students work with cutting edge tools and processes, including CNC milling, 3D printing, laser cutting and etching, robotics and a precision measurement arm, and design software.
Our Educational Studies Faculty
Dr. Jeremy P. Benson
- Associate Professor
Dr. Lesley M. Bogad
- Professor
Dr. Tommy Ender
- Associate Professor
Maria Guzman Antelo
- Assistant Professor
Alia Hadid
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Sarah Hesson
- Associate Professor
Dr. Julie R. Horwitz
- Professor
Dr. Janet D. Johnson
- Professor
Dr. Rudolf V. Kraus
- Associate Professor
Dr. Charles H. McLaughlin
- Professor
Dr. Erin Papa
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Victoria Restler
- Associate Professor
Ensuring that You'll be Ready
Charles McLaughlin
"The technology education degree prepares students to teach others about technology and answers the question: “Why do I have to learn this?” Tech ed teachers help shape the future of students who are interested in technology and technical fields."
– Professor of Technology Education
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Feinstein School of Education and Human Development
The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at Ȧ. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.
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- placeHorace Mann Hall 241
