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A specialized education for a high-tech future.

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A degree in technology education will help you prepare students for the jobs of tomorrow.

By combining a strong foundation in teacher education with technical classes, using cutting-edge equipment, our Bachelor of Science in technology education prepares you to teach 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?

  • Our program provides a rigorous technical background and the highest level of teacher preparation.
  • Our students take 10 technical classes and engage in a capstone design project.
  • We offer two concentrations: teaching and applied technology. Students with a teaching concentration will be eligible for full certification to teach technology education in grades K-12 in Rhode Island upon completion of the program.
  • Topics covered in the include: teaching and learning, educational psychology, special education practices, computer-aided design, manufacturing systems and communication systems.

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The ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ Advantage

Our technology education majors work with cutting-edge tools and processes, including CNC milling, 3D printing, design software, laser cutting and etching, robotics and a precision measurement arm.

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Ensuring That You'll be Ready

Charles McLaughlin

Charles McLaughlin

“Our 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.â€

– 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 ÁñÁ«ÊÓƵ. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.

Charles McLaughlin

Dr. Charles H. McLaughlin

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