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American InterContinental University

Masters (MED) in Instructional Technology

The AIU Online Master of Education degree in Instructional Technology program curriculum is designed for teachers, corporate instructors, military trainers and others who share a passion for learning and have a desire to be at the forefront of modern education.

This career-focused curriculum focuses on the role advancing technology will play in the way we learn, the ways we teach and the potential for collaborative virtual learning environments made possible by Internet-delivered, rich multimedia course content.

Students who complete the Master of Education in Instructional Technology will have acquired up-to-date knowledge that focuses on preparing them to pursue such careers as Curriculum Developer, Education Consultant, Instructional Designer, Distance Learning Specialist, Online Course Developer and many others. Courses required to complete the M.Ed. in Instructional Technology include:

Instructional Technology. This course introduces students to foundational concepts and skills for personal and professional use of technology, including productivity software. This course explores instructional technology, including definition and components of design and development. The use of technology in the classroom as well as distance learning is covered.
Computer-Mediated Learning Environments. The course examines the use of computer-meditated learning environments in classroom, lab and distributed learning contexts. Students will work on specific projects related to their field of practice, creating computer-based instructional materials reflecting problem definition, learner analysis, objectives specification, criterion tests, construction, strategies selection, formative validation, and evaluation. Attention is given to ethical and legal issues regarding the appropriate use of copyrighted material.
Online Learning: Theory and Practice. This course explores the organization, development, and delivery of distance learning programs. Additionally, it explores course logistics, technology applications, and student management systems. Students engage in discourse with instructors, peers, and other experts while creating Internet resources to be used in their own educational settings. By the end of the course, students will have an electronic portfolio of their work and be prepared to assume leadership roles within their specific contexts related to technology.

AIU Online's accelerated Online Masters Degree in Instructional Technology program can be completed in just 10 months. Request Free Information on this degree program. [ more info ]

Western Governors University

M.Ed. --Instructional Design

At Western Governors University, your competence - the knowledge and skills you possess - is the ultimate focus of every degree program. By emphasizing mastery of essential skills and knowledge instead accumulating credit hours, WGU's approach to earning a degree rewards focused hard-working professionals. Progress toward your online degree is based on passing rigorous assessments (such as tests, projects, assignments, etc.) that measure your skills and knowledge in your field of study. We call it competency-based learning.[ more info ]