Master of Educational Design and Technology Instructional Design and Technology
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
This program is currently not approved for federal financial aid by the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
Why earn a Master of Educational Design and Technology, Instructional Design and Technology from Strayer?
Develop skills to support educators as they master new tools. When you complete this program, you’ll also earn a Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design and Technology.
What is instructional design and technology?
Instructional design and technology experts produce engaging, meaningful learning materials that utilize appropriate technology. The courses and materials they create are designed to enhance the learning experience and lead to the achievement of learning outcomes.
Is a Master of Educational Design and Technology, Instructional Design and Technology good to have? It depends on what you learn.
- Learn to design content to facilitate achievement of specific program and course outcomes.
- Explore instructional technology for either K-12 or adult education.
- Examine new technologies that have the potential to transform education.
- Design engaging learning experiences to include technologies that support learner engagement and success.
- Prioritize equality of access to technology based on access issues that may impact diverse students.
Class size varies based on course objectives and the teaching demands of the subject matter. In general, Strayer University aims to keep the student-to-instructor ratio low.
How long does it take to get a Master of Educational Design and Technology, Instructional Design and Technology degree?
- There are 10 11-week courses in this program.
- How many courses you take at a time will determine how long the overall program will be.
- Strayer University credits are expressed in quarter hours.
- One quarter hour of credit is granted for the successful completion of 10 contact hours per course.
- The standard requirement for one course is for students to spend 10 to 14 hours in weekly work, including in- and out-of-classroom work. The Strayer course design uses this requirement to meet applicable regulatory standards.
This program is currently not approved for federal financial aid by the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
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Strayer University has distinct accreditations and affiliations that attest to our academic quality. We're committed to meeting quality standards, so you can earn a diploma you're proud to display.
Completion of Strayer University’s Master of Educational Design and Technology program does not guarantee a student has met the requirements to apply for public school teacher or administrator licensure in any state, nor that a student will be eligible for pay raises, promotions or other job-related benefits. Students pursuing teacher or school administrator certification in the public school system should contact their respective state offices of education as well as local school district to confirm educational requirements before beginning the program. More information about state-specific requirements.
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The Strayer Master of Educational Design and Technology program consists of 10 courses, with the price of $1,680 per course. There are additional fees for textbooks and supplies, a $65 technology fee each term and a one-time $150 degree conferral fee.
What coursework do you need to specialize in instructional design and technology?
Whether you’re interested in creating learning materials for adults or children in grades K–12, you’ll have the option to choose from the two different core course tracks below. Pick one and complete the instructional design and technology concentration courses to complete your degree. View all courses.
Sample courses
Focuses on the design, development, and implementation of e-Learning. Topics include learning platforms for educational and corporate environments, online learning communities, content design for online delivery, and preparation of learners for online learning. Students will learn how to use e-Learning as a teaching tool in a traditional classroom or training environment.
Examine the systematic processes of effective instructional design to create an instructional and training product. Content includes instructional design process and models, ADDIE framework, connections between learning theories and instructional design, relationship of technology to instructional design, and applications of state and national content standards to the design and development of instructional and training products.
Design and evaluate new technologies for learning environments, such as various media, software and applications for web-based and mobile devices. Learn how to assess and evaluate the process and effects of technological enhancements on learning.
Address how new technologies support alternative approaches to teaching and learning. Learn how instructional technology can help meet the needs of a diverse group of students and change both the content and methods of education. Explore the curriculum and the classroom as the primary vehicles for integrating instructional technology into education.
Prerequisite: To be taken last or next to last; a grade of B or higher is required.
Apply the rationale for and methods of developing a professional portfolio. Create a portfolio that includes a comprehensive collection of work and artifacts to demonstrate analysis, synthesis and evaluation of theoretical and practical knowledge gained in prior program courses. Demonstrate competency of your specific concentration area as well as of program outcomes. A supervising faculty member will evaluate your capstone project. A grade of B or higher is required.
What can you do with a Master of Educational Design and Technology, Instructional Design and Technology degree?
Your education can help you pursue your professional and personal goals. While Strayer cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as a job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore the potential impact you can have in the education field.
Versatile skills for your future
The instructional design and technology concentration can provide the skills to help you create courses and materials designed to improve students’ learning experiences.
In addition, students who complete this concentration will be prepared to:
- Evaluate teaching performances and suggest ways to improve teaching skills.
- Create recommendations on curricula, teaching methods and materials for school systems.
- Recognize different types of learners and adjust course content or delivery to meet their needs.
- Determine how effective instructional systems, courses or educational materials are based off performance data.
- Assess instruction efficiency and effectiveness based on the ease of using instructional technology, student learning outcomes and satisfaction.
- Perform needs assessments and strategic learning assessments to help you develop or update curricula.
- Develop instructional aids for classroom and online settings.
- Create comprehensive course documentation that meets accreditation, certification or other requirements.
- Create assessment tools to measure the effectiveness of instructional or training interventions.
- Update instructional materials, including lesson plans, instructor guides and tests.
- Suggest ways to improve curricula or delivery methods using instructional effectiveness data, performance requirements, feasibility and costs.
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of Strayer master's alumni agree that Strayer was the right choice for earning their degree.
Strayer Alumni Survey, 2023
Master of Educational Design and Technology admission requirements
Before you can pursue your master’s degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
This program is currently not approved for federal financial aid by the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
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Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
International Master of Educational Design and Technology students
We welcome international students.
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Come to a campus near you for guidance and support. You’ll have access to helpful resources, a supportive community and plenty of spaces to learn and grow.
This program is currently not approved for federal financial aid by the U.S. Department of Education (ED).
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