There are three basic aspects of graduate programs in educational technology; the first focuses on the essential concepts, skills, principles, and procedures that students should know. The second deals with the theoretical and conceptual bases in which the essential skills, principles, and procedures are grounded. The third is concerned with the cultural foundations of the field. This paper describes the way in which foundations issues are covered at an institution, State University of New York at Potsdam, which grants masters degrees in education in the area of educational technology. Two courses which focus on education issues, "The History and Philosophy of Instructional Technology," and "Critical Issues in the Use of Technology in Education," are discussed. Some teaching strategies and considerations are also presented. (AEF)