Program Overview

Master of Arts in Instructional Design and Technology

The Master of Arts in Instructional Design and Technology with a concentration in Adult Learning and Inclusive Design is a master's degree program offered entirely online. This program enables students to develop innovative paths to engage adult learners through inclusive design in the digital age.

Program Description

As students develop critical competencies within instructional design, they will also cultivate an inclusive mindset and best practices related to instructional strategies, assessment, and interventions. The program prepares students to lead instructional design within higher education, government, or corporations, with hands-on practice in andragogy, learner-centered design, and research to ensure the diverse needs of adult learners are met.

Program Objectives

The program prepares students to:

• Analyze the impact of adult learning theories on instructional strategies
• Determine measurable learning outcomes based on identified learning needs
• Develop inclusive learning materials, activities, and assessments with available resources and considering the diverse needs of learners
• Create technology modules to meet organizational goals and user needs
• Develop strategies for examining assessment data and other measures of the student learning experience to refine design practices

Course List

Core Course Requirements

• IDT 4000 Strategic Planning for Accessible Learning Design (4 credits)
• IDT 4203 Adult Learning Strategies and Theories (4 credits)
• IDT 4010 Curricular Development and Program Assessment for Adult Learning (4 credits)
• IDT 4910 Research Practices and Applications (4 credits)
• IDT 4920 Portfolio Capstone (4 credits)

Concentration Requirements

• IDT 4100 E-Learning: Course Design, Models, and Practice (4 credits)
• IDT 4120 E-Learning: Multimedia Application (4 credits)
• IDT 4130 Equity, Justice, and Inclusivity with Learning Design (4 credits)
• IDT 4140 Universal Design for Learning (4 credits)
• IDT 4150 Project Management and Stakeholder Communication (4 credits)

Electives Requirements

Students must choose 2 elective courses (8 credits). The total credits required for the program are 48.

Academic Requirements

In University College graduate-level programs, grades of C or greater are considered passing, whereas grades of C- or lower are considered failing. Courses with a grade of C- or below will not count toward meeting degree or certificate requirements. Also, no more than one-fourth of the hours accepted toward the degree can be grades of "C". A cumulative and program grade-point average of 3.0 or better must be maintained at all times. Students will work with their Academic Advisor to determine the best set of courses to choose for their electives.