Master Study Programs and New Educational Technologies

Abstract

Abstract This paper will deal with the main changes that have taken place in the field of master study programs in education and the impact of new technologies. The impact of new technologies in Macedonia has recently multiplied. Distance learning represents an opportunity to improve quality and attract students by connecting them with joint programs with highly-ranked universities in terms of quality assurance. But, the crucial point of the treatment of this issue is the clash between the traditional ways of work and new technological systems. This is not about a transition but a conflict of principles and methods in developing the work with students Through different projects in Macedonia, the participating institutions have been provided with visual technologies, literature and trainings. But, the crucial issue is whether master study programs are in accordance with these innovations. Is there any resistance by the old generation professors who quite often call these new forms as mechanic learning and memorizing? How do they find themselves among their young colleagues that can very easily utilize visual technologies Through statistical data analyses of study programs, we will present the findings and the challenges that we are facing in terms of master programs in Macedonia and the innovations in this field. These results will help us understand how educational innovations and technologies provide opportunities for students and teachers to increase flexibility by inciting cooperation, knowledge transfer and good evaluation strategies. We will also see how advanced the learning opportunities are and how well they meet the requirements of today's information technology society.