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honored history. the school of education in this university is quite prominent among its counterparts in the field. i am particularly attracted by the school's powerful pedagogical resource, vibrant intellectual atmosphere and a prehensive curriculum. i plan to apply for a degree program in instructional technology or educational psychology, both of which enjoy unparalleled academic reputation in the world. my application for instructional technology is motivated by my strong interest in the application of modern science and technology, especially the information technology represented by the internet, in the field of education and in the nature of a series of revolutionary changes resulting thereof. instructional technology is a new discipline that has emerged as a result of the rapid development of modern munication technology since the late 20th century. it has tremendous potential for development and mercial application. as for my motive in selecting educational psychology as another possible area of specialization in my degree program, it is my longcherished interest that primarily counts. on the other hand, all the acplished educators since the 1960's have been wellversed in psychology. almost every important new educational theory is derived psychological findings in one way or another so that educational psychology has subsequently developed into a fundamental subject for the science of education. the tendency in the 21st century is to emphasize on the micro research of educational activities and a