Technology Infusion in Higher Education Curriculum: A Case Study of the Strategic Educational Leadership Program

<p>This program evaluation examines the integration of technology-infused curricula in the Strategic Educational Leadership (SEDL) program at National Louis University (NLU). With the growing need for digital competence in educational leadership, especially highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic, the study used the International Society for Technology Education (ISTE) Standards for Education Leaders to guide recommendations for curriculum enhancement. A mixed-methods approach explored how faculty currently infuse technology, key outcomes of aligning with ISTE standards, essential digital skills for doctoral students, and challenges faculty face in implementation. Findings revealed a shared interest among faculty and students in practical, real-world technology applications. The study concluded that the SEDL program would benefit from a more intentional focus on technology in instruction and student application. To meet evolving educational demands, the researcher proposed a six-step plan to make the curriculum more engaging, relevant, and aligned with current educational technology trends and best practices.</p>

Name thesis:degree_name

Ed.D. Doctor of Education

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation - Public Access

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Educational Leadership

Year dc:date.available

2025

Author dc:creator

• Kiser, Chloe R

Contributors dc:contributor

• Geri Chesner

• educational leadership
• technology infusion
• current trends in technology standards
• ISTE
• digital literacy
• leadership competencies

Repository record dc:identifier

https://digitalcommons.nl.edu/diss/893

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:digitalcommons.nl.edu:diss-1962