Master of Science
Instructional Design and Technology Degree
Create Ideal Learning Environments for Students of All Ages
Instructional Design and Technology Degree
Earn an instructional design and technology degree while building an impressive portfolio.
Prepare for advancement in in the educational technology field with this flexible and versatile program. As a graduate student, you’ll focus on strengthening learning outcomes for diverse learners in a variety of settings. As you progress through the master’s in instructional design and technology, you’ll create a unique e-portfolio to demonstrate how you can implement these best practices to future employers.
Create dynamic learning environments for students at all levels.
Instructional designers and educational technologists come alongside instructors to first understand the needs of their learners and then to design the most effective teaching materials. With a master’s in instructional technology, you’ll be prepared to design and strategically incorporate technology into innovative learning experiences for:
- Higher education curriculum
- Faculty training and development
- Corporate training and development
- K-12 education - teachers
- Online learning environments
- Adult learners and nontraditional students
Focus on one subject at a time in your master's in instructional design.
As a cohort program, the instructional design master’s degree allows you to simplify your study experience with a course load that’s manageable for busy students. You’ll register for classes once at the beginning of the program and take one course at a time without creating a new class schedule each term.
Simplified admission—no GMAT or GRE necessary.
Select a career-focused degree program without the cost and hassle of admissions tests. Our admissions team is here to help you apply and enroll so you can get started quickly on the education you want.
Take the next step in your instructional design and technology career. We’re ready to help you get there.
Courses
What You’ll Learn
At successful completion of the Master’s in Instructional Design and Technology program, you will have an understanding of the differences in the way individuals learn and the varying skills needed for face-to-face, blended and online (or distance) learning. As part of your program, you will have an opportunity to build an e-portfolio of instructional design projects to showcase your skills and knowledge. Upon completion of the master’s in instructional design program graduates will be able to:
- Integrate innovative design practices and technologies into a variety of learning and educational environments appropriate to how students learn.
- Apply a mastery of research and evidenced-based instructional design models and principles to the design, development and implementation of technology-rich programs that model best practices and align with learning outcomes.
- Demonstrate leadership and collaboration capabilities in the conducting of and application of research, planning, management and evaluation of instructional design and educational technology projects and programs.
- Model the safe and ethical use of technology through demonstrated copyright compliance, ADA accessibility and the development of appropriate privacy protections within designs.
- Apply needs analysis to the development of instruction and the integration of technology to ensure learner success.
- Integrate current and emerging technology into instructional design, demonstrating clear alignment between technology chosen and learning objectives.
Instructional Design and Technology Degree Courses
Current students please login to BRUIN and select “Academic Progress” for your curriculum requirements.
Requirements (36 credit hours)
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The instructional design process is usually based on one of many design theory models. This course explores the dominant models including ADDIE, Dick and Carey, Rapid Prototyping, and others. A practical and hands on course students will design instructional experiences that integrate current technology, a variety of media, and best practices.
This course covers the design and management of instruction on LMS and CMS systems. Students will have the opportunity to work hands on with a variety of current learning management platforms including Blackboard, Moodle, Canvas, Google Classroom, and others. Topics will include both technical and non-technical aspects to developing and managing instruction on educational learning platforms.
This course examines the design, development, and assessment of instructional audio. Both as a stand-alone medium for instruction and as a component of multimedia projects. Students will Analyze, Design, Develop, and Assess instructional audio. At the end of the course students will have several ePortfolio artifacts.
This course examines the historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education with a focus on the influence of American education by paradigms of Behaviorism, Cognitivism, Constructivism, Design-Based, Humanism, and 21st Century Skills.
Quality instruction is guided by data and research. This course examines the instruments and statistics commonly used in education & training. The course will critically examine research design and offer a foundation in case study and action research methodologies to help students stay current regarding best practices and to critically examine instructional innovations.
This course examines the design, development, and assessment of still images for instruction. Both as a stand-alone medium for instruction and as a component of multimedia projects. Students will Analyze, Design, Develop, and Assess instructional graphics. At the end of the course students will have several ePortfolio artifacts.
The course will explore technology integration standards as well as the role and potential of emerging technologies, and the intersection of technology and contemporary learning theory. The goal is not only to learn how to use various tools and technologies, but also to develop critical thinking skills regarding how and why we use technologies and how our uses impact learners.
This course examines the practical integration of technology in the content areas. It critically reviews the current educational and training standards and students develop the skills to integrate 21st century skills into instruction. Students will develop an understanding of ways to leverage current and emerging technologies to facilitate teaching, learning, and manage instructions. The course will focus on gaining experience integrating technologies into instruction, evaluating current tools, video resources, and utilizing digital storytelling.
This course examines the design, development, and assessment of instructional video. Both as a stand-alone medium for instruction and as a component of multimedia projects. Students will Analyze, Design, Develop, and Assess instructional video. At the end of the course students will have several ePortfolio artifacts.
Using Gartner’s Hype Cycle and Roger’s Diffusion of Innovation as a guide this course explores current technologies at different stages of adoption. Students will learn to use the models to predict the adoption of current emerging technologies and to evaluate their organization’s adoption tendencies. Student’s final presentation will be on an emerging technology where they will describe its growth, its current state, predict its future value, and demonstrate its current usefulness within an educational setting.
This course covers the key elements of leadership in instructional settings. An exploration of definitions of leadership, the application of leadership theory in instructional settings, roles of leaders, and an overview of foundational skills required for successful leadership such as effective interpersonal skills, project management, fostering collaboration, and budgeting.
This course examines the design, development, and assessment of print based instructional materials. Both as a stand-alone medium for instruction and as a component of multimedia projects. Students will Analyze, Design, Develop, and Assess print based instructional materials. At the end of the course students will have several ePortfolio artifacts.
This course addresses the complex and unique issues related to effectively managing projects in an Information Technology context. The course is grounded in the knowledge areas specified by the Project Management Institute (PMI). Team-based and discovery-based learning methods are stressed. Development projects reflect actual problems provided by industry. A formal software project management plan detailing the process groups of initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing will be developed.
This course explores formative, summative, and process assessment techniques with regards to system evaluation. Students will develop methods for measuring learning outcomes and setting clear success criteria for systems and technology initiatives.
This course examines the design, development, and assessment of interactive instructional materials. Both as a stand-alone medium for instruction and as a component of multimedia projects. Students will Analyze, Design, Develop, and Assess interactive instructional materials. At the end of the course students will have several ePortfolio artifacts.
University Accreditation
Bellevue University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).
Whether a college, university, or program is accredited is important to students with financial aid, employers who provide tuition assistance, donors, and the federal government.
This program is considered a non-licensure degree/certificate program and is not intended for those seeking licensure or the practice of licensed profession. This program may be relevant to multiple occupations that do not require licensure and was not designed to meet educational requirements for any specific professional license or certification.
*Consult with an admissions counselor to determine your eligible credits, as well as to verify minimum graduation requirements for this degree. Transfer credits must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Bellevue University makes no promises to prospective students regarding the acceptance of credit awarded by examination, credit for prior learning, or credit for transfer until an evaluation has been conducted.
Format
100% Online learning that works for your life and your goals.
Our flexible online courses are designed to bring quality learning into a format that fits your schedule, without sacrificing meaningful faculty feedback and collaboration with peers across the country. Stay on track with the help of your Student Coach — with you from day one to graduation.
Graduate with a stronger professional network.
Get to know a consistent group of peers in the instructional design master’s program. As a cohort program, you’ll move through courses one at a time on the same schedule as your classmates—making it possible to develop a stronger network and enjoy a more collaborative learning experience along the way.
We make earning your master’s in instructional technology possible with engaging online learning.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Graduate degrees can be more affordable than you think.
Earning a degree is an investment in yourself. We want to help you make sure it’s a wise one.
2024 / 2025 Academic Year
$660 In-Class or Online Cost Per Credit
(Additional fees may apply to individual courses within your major requirements)
Curious about financial aid? We’ve got the answers.
As a graduate student, you may be eligible for up to $20,500 per year in unsubsidized Direct Student Loans.
And, students often apply for graduate program scholarships through Bellevue University or tuition reimbursement through their employers. Talk to us and we’ll help you explore your options.
Admissions
Start on the path to your master’s. No GRE or GMAT required.
We believe in reducing roadblocks to education. That’s why our admissions requirements focus only on what matters—helping hardworking students access the education they deserve.
For admission to Bellevue University, applicants must:
- Possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or a U.S. equivalent degree from a nationally or internationally accredited college or university.
- Have maintained a GPA of 2.5 or better from the most recent 60 credits of coursework earned toward the bachelor’s degree or have maintained a GPA of 3.0 or better in previous graduate level coursework earned toward the graduate degree.
If you haven’t already, take a moment to request information about your masters program and get in touch with our admissions team. We’ll help make sure you have what you need and answer your questions.
When you’re ready to apply, start your application online. You’ll then:
- Submit your deposit to Bellevue University. (You can do this at any point in the process.)
- Submit your transcripts from past institutions and any other required documentation.
- Complete the FAFSA and see what grants and loans you’re eligible for.
If you are an international student, please see the following specific information: International Student Master Admissions.
You'll just need to create an account and complete a pre-application to Bellevue University through Guild. Once you receive confirmation that your pre-application to Bellevue University has been approved, you'll need to complete the required steps to get fully accepted and registered. These include:
- Submitting transcripts from past institutions
- Submitting related documentation
Ready to get started?
Reach out to admissions.
- Get your questions answered about the Instructional Design and Technology Degree
- Understand your financial aid and scholarship options
- Map out a schedule that fits with your priorities
