The Master of Education in Instructional Design prepares students to create effective learning experiences across various educational settings, including K-12, higher education, corporate training, and online learning environments. This program combines educational theory with practical skills in curriculum development and technology integration. Select from two emphasis: Curriculum Innovation with Artificial Intelligence (AI) Emphasis: This emphasis is tailored for instructional designers and educational leaders in both K-12 and higher education sectors who aim to incorporate AI and innovative technologies into educational practices. These courses delve into crucial areas such as AI prompting, virtual reality applications, maintaining academic integrity in the AI era, AI-assisted grading, and strategies for implementing AI in various educational settings. With courses differentiated to accommodate learning paths in both K-12 and higher education curriculum, participants can tailor their experience to their specific needs. Corporate Training and Development Emphasis: This emphasis is designed for professionals seeking to excel in the dynamic field of organizational learning and employee development. Students will gain practical skills in needs assessment, curriculum development, and training evaluation, preparing them to drive organizational growth through strategic learning initiatives. The coursework provides a comprehensive overview of the field while offering practical, applicable skills for corporate training professionals.
| Research (3 semester hours) | ||
| IDCB 595 | Research Literature and Techniques | 3 |
| Instructional Design Core (15 semester hours) | ||
| IDCB 500 | Principles of Instructional Design | 3 |
| IDCB 510 | Learning Theories and Instructional Strategies | 3 |
| IDCB 522 | Curriculum Development and Assessment | 3 |
| IDCB 525 | Design Thinking for Curriculum Development | 3 |
| IDCB 550 | Project Management for Instructional Design | 3 |
| Select One Area of Emphasis (12 semester hours) | ||
Curriculum Innovation with Artificial Intelligence (AI) Emphasis | ||
| EDCB 520 | Generative AI Innovation in Curriculum Design | 3 |
| EDCB 530 | Designing an AI Ecosystem in Education | 3 |
| EDCB 540 | Assessment Integrity and Analysis with Generative AI | 3 |
| EDCB 585 | Research Methods with Innovative AI Tools | 3 |
Corporate Training and Development Emphasis | ||
| ORGL 501 | Foundation of Adult Learning and Organizational Development | 3 |
| ORGL 521 | Instructional Design for Corporate Training | 3 |
| ORGL 575 | E-Learning Technologies and Digital Content Creation | 3 |
| ORGL 590 | Measuring Training Effectiveness and ROI | 3 |
| Total Hours | 30 | |
