The evolution of American educational technology. A review of the research. Means, Barbara et al. Using technology to support education reform. Office of Educational Research and Improvement, U.S. Department of Education.
Most educational technologists carry out one or a few of the functions performed in the field.
For example, some design instruction, some produce instructional materials, and others manage instructional computing services or learning resources collections. Until recently, most educational technologists were employed in schools and colleges as directors of resource centers and developers of curriculum materials. Many are still employed in such positions, but increasing numbers are being employed by training agencies in business, industry, government, the military, and the health professions. Colleges and universities employ individuals who are involved in instructional improvement programs that use a variety of technologies. Professional programs are offered mostly at the graduate level, although there are a few two-year postsecondary programs in junior and community colleges.