November 29, 2006
by Melissa Pringle
Local Education Columnist
If you're looking for a place to get your education and start teaching others, consider earning a Master of Education degree with an emphasis on technology education at one of Charlotte, North Carolina's local colleges.
Because the need for professional educators is so great in the U.S., many states offer incentives to teachers, and there are some great ones offered in North Carolina. If you want to earn a Master of Education degree and you have an interest in technology, look up local colleges in Charlotte to start your career education.
Why Local Colleges in Charlotte?
With approximately 1.6 million people in its metro area, Charlotte is the largest city in North Carolina. Home to the headquarters of both Bank of America and Wachovia, it is a major financial center of the U.S. Charlotte is also a great place for sports enthusiasts, with professional sports teams including the NFL's Carolina Panthers, the WNBA's Charlotte Sting, and the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats. If you're more interested in arts or history, check out the Children's Theatre of Charlotte, a top-quality youth theatre, or the Historic Latta Plantation, a living history farm.
Master of Education: Why Technology in Education?
As technology becomes a more important part of today's society, technological experience is increasingly essential to a good education. Earning a Master of Education degree with a concentration in technology in education will teach you more about integrating technology into the classroom. You'll learn about how technology can change teaching and learning methods. You'll also expand your base of core educational knowledge, including group behavior and motivation, assessing student progress, and the legal principles that govern education in the United States.
If you want to earn your Master of Education in a place that will appreciate you as a professional educator, look into studying at one of Charlotte's local colleges.
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About the Author
Melissa Pringle is an editorial assistant for hq|publications. Melissa earned her B.A. in English Literature from the University of Nevada, Reno.
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