Overview

P-12 and higher education learning environments are continuing to transition from traditional formats of instruction to fully online learning platforms. With this concentration, teachers will understand the purpose of online learning and the theory and practice of using technology for designing and delivering curriculum.

Many professionals are also pivoting outside of education to other sectors of work finding employment at major companies, hospitals, in manufacturing, government, and non-profit. Individuals with a background in instructional design are needed in every industry. Training, professional development, and learning happen everywhere. This concentration will provide the tools for professionals to make this career transition.

Career Paths for M.Ed. in Instructional Design and Technology Degree Graduates

Professionals earning the University of Mount Union - M.Ed. in instructional design and technology often identify as educators or professionals interested in curriculum, learning theory, online learning, or instructional design.

The need for instructional designers in P-12 and in higher education is obvious and growing, with many P-12 teachers choosing to pivot toward this career path. Instructional designers are also sought by Ed Tech companies and are becoming more common in HR training departments. With many organizations going remote and deciding to stay remote or hybrid, the services of instructional designers are more in demand than ever before.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Instructional Design

Learning Design and Technology

Instructional Design and Technology

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-09 00:00:00
Starting 2025-05-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-03 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-16 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Instructional Design View 253 other Masters in Instructional Design in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Possess an undergraduate cumulative grade point average equal to or greater than a 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
Provide a curriculum vitae or résumé.
Applicants will submit an essay of approximately 250-500 words which outlines the applicant’s career aspirations and rationale for applying to the program.
Provide two recommendations from employers or former professors who are in a position to judge the applicant’s potential for graduate level study and research, as well as suitability for educational leadership.
Applicants may be selected for an interview to be conducted using phone/video conferencing. Applicants who successfully complete the interview will be admitted into the Master of Education program.

Tuition Fee

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International

7320 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 610 USD per credit during 30 months.
National

7320 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 610 USD per credit during 30 months.
In-State

7320 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 610 USD per credit during 30 months.

Funding

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