Degrees in Instructional Technology, also known as Educational Technology, are very popular today due to the increasing usage of technology within the schools and universities.  Computers, SMART Boards and even handheld devices are appearing more and more in classrooms.  The internet now plays an integral part in student research, and computers are important for word processing in secondary schools and colleges.  Earning a Master’s degree or certificate specializing in Instructional Technology can help teachers and other school leaders learn how to best utilize these technical resources to improve instruction and increase student learning and knowledge retention.