Education Technology Graduate Course Scholarship
Concordia University Wisconsin offers a “Christian School Educator Discount” for teachers and educators employed in Christian schools. This will provide a 25% tuition discount on all graduate education courses offered at the Mequon campus or through the e-learning program. In addition, those who are members of the MTM Project can receive an additional 25% tuition discount! That cuts tuition cost in half!
Courses that qualify for the scholarship include:
- All of the courses in the Educational Design and Technology graduate program, including EDG 670/970 Integrating Technology in the Classroom and EDG 639/939 School Leadership in Technology.
- Courses in the Graduate Reading Program, EDG 552/852 Improvement in the Teaching of Reading and EDG 509/809 Integrating Learning Skills Across the Curriculum.
- School and Professional Counseling Program Courses, including COUN 543/843 Counseling Theories and Issues and COUN 561/861 Career Counseling Foundations.
- Courses in Educational Administration such as EDG 531/831 Principles of Educational Administration and EDG 533/833 Leadership for Change.
To qualify, one must enroll as a graduate student at Concordia University Wisconsin AND hold an active MTM Project membership. In addition, one must complete the Christian School Educator verification form as well as the MTM Project Membership verification form and submit each annually. Join the MTM Project here.
Web Based Classes and Other Forms of Professional Development
Our web-based classes allow you to learn and collaborate with other educators without leaving home. The eight-week sessions provide graduate-level instruction in a schedule that fits the demands of your real life. You can pursue an entire master’s degree in Educational Design and Technology or just take a single course to keep your teaching licensure current—and stay current in your practice!
The MTM Project has also developed non-credit, web-based professional development resources which can be used by an entire school faculty or an individual who wishes to grow in her own skills. Check out an example from our Best Practices Series, developed in collaboration with the School of Education at Concordia University Wisconsin.
From June 17-19, 2013, we will also be hosting a special Best Practices Seminar on 1:1 initiatives in P-12 schools. This three-day, intensive workshop, on the beautiful lakeshore campus of Concordia University Wisconsin, will help administrators and lead educators consider the pedagogical, practical, and logistical implications of moving to a 1:1 initiative. Please contact Cindy Guth (cynthia.guth@mtmproject.org), Coordinator of Member Services, for more information or to reserve your team’s spot.
Programs for the Students within MTM Project Member Schools
The MTM Project is committed to providing dynamic twenty-first century learning opportunities for the students within our member schools as well. Here is an overview of some of the special member schools-only opportunities we provide:
STEAM Camp Discount – Each summer, the MTM Project, in collaboration with the School of Education at Concordia University Wisconsin, offers dynamic and content-rich summer camp programming in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) at a variety of locations throughout the country. Students from MTM Project member schools qualify for a $50 discount with early registration.
APP Camp Discount - (NEW IN 2013!) Recognizing that high-school students want engaging summer learning opportunities as well, we are launching an APP Camp in summer, 2013. This one-week camp, offered in collaboration with the School of Education and the Computer Science Department of Concordia University Wisconsin, will lead participants through the creativity, science, and the fun of developing a app for iPod, iPad, or Android platforms. Students from MTM Project member schools will receive priority registration opportunity as well as a discount on the camp fees. Contact Cynthia Guth (cynthia.guth@mtmproject.org) for more information.
Dual Credit Program - The MTM Project, in collaboration with Concordia University Wisconsin, offers a dual-credit program for high-school age students. Participants can enroll in 10 different online courses through Concordia University Wisconsin, meeting high-school requirements while also earning college credit. Students from MTM Project member schools receive a $50 discount per credit ($150 for a three-credit course). Plus, if a student chooses to attend Concordia University Wisconsin after high school graduation, s/he will receive 1/2 of all dual credit tuition paid as a first-year scholarship (up to $1,250).
Atomic Learning
Looking for more ways to connect to technology education and training? Check out Atomic Learning, a subscription-based online software training accomplished through brief “atoms” of learning (short streaming QuickTime movies). Because of our partnership with Concordia University Wisconsin, if you are a current member of the MTM Project, have taken a graduate course with us, and have an active CUW F00 number (student ID), you will be able to access this new service. Learn more about Atomic Learning here.
Custom School Inservices, Training, and Presentations
Need an inservice at your school? Would you like to provide training to all of your teachers at once? The MTM Project specializes in developing on-site workshops to meet the individual needs of our member schools. You pick the topic and the time, and we bring an expert trainer to you!
Purchasing Power
Our partnership with Concordia University Wisconsin provides our members with special discounts and offers on computer hardware and software. Look for members-only updates and save.
A Network of Support
Why is the MTM Project distinctive? Our list of members makes us unique and innovative. We provide a human resource for church workers throughout the country. Plus, our new “district champion” program gives you access to a LOCAL source of ideas and resources.