The M.S. program gives students the foundations to design, develop, implement, and evaluate instructional resources and systems in professional learning environments. Students examine the history of technology-based training, instructional design, and distance education to understand current trends and procedures in the field. They apply this knowledge through the design and development of novel training solutions targeted to diverse professional settings (e.g., K-12 education, corporate and government centers, design and development labs, higher education).
Through these experiences, students learn how to identify gaps in desired and current practice, design training solutions to eliminate or bridge those gaps, develop tools and methods to implement solutions, and evaluate and revise methods for continued success. Emphasis is placed on instructional systems that use both face-to-face and distance delivery methods. Students can complete all of their coursework online with the exception of a campus visit for their final defense in the Capstone course.
The M.S program is a 33-credit hour professional degree program that does not require a Plan A (thesis) or Plan B. It includes the following degree requirements:
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