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The Post University M.Ed. in Instructional Design & Technology
is for education, training, and development professionals
who want to develop advanced skills in the planning and creation
of learning experiences using technology. The program encourages
students to be creative in their approach to designing and
assessing effective technology-driven learning experiences.
It also provides differentiated learning experience so that
students may pursue projects of interest to them. This is
a non-licensure program.
The Instructional Design & Technology is Appropriate
for new and experienced educators, corporate trainers, higher
education professionals, and instructional designers/technology
specialists in schools, universities, corporations and government
agencies.
Students May Pursue Interests In:
- Learning Management Systems
- Digital media design in teaching and learning
- Using hardware and software in the classroom (interactive
classroom tools, video, etc.)
- Social networks for learning (Facebook, Twitter, etc,)
- Virtual experiences (Second Life, Virtual Campuses, etc.)
- Online communication tools (chat, asynchronous communication
tools, and streaming media)
- Future design of online learning
- An innovative or creative project of interest of their
choosing
The Instructional Design & Technology Concentration
Prepares Students To:
- Design and develop learning environments using models
of instructional design and technology delivery
- Understand and apply theories of design and instruction
to the development, design, and implementation of educational
experiences
- Integrate appropriate technology in diverse education
settings, including schools, universities, corporations,
non-profits and government agencies
- Assess, budget, and evaluate education technology
Requirements
Must have bachelor's degree from regionally accredited institution
with education-related work experience. Final undergraduate
GPA of at least 3.0 (significant work experience may be considered)
and two academic or professional recommendations.
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About Post University Online
Founded in 1890, Post University is a student-focused, career-driven
university committed to providing students with the knowledge,
personal skills and experience required to be leaders in their
chosen fields. Located in Waterbury, Conn., Post University
provides a wide array of degree programs for on-campus and
online students of all ages. It is known for its quality,
career-driven academic programs, small classes, and competitive
NCAA Division II athletics. Its more than 5,000 full- and
part-time students come from the United States and abroad,
and are supported by faculty whose mission is to prepare students
to compete and succeed in today’s global workplace.
Learn more about Post
University Online.
Accreditation
Post University is accredited by The Commission on Institutions
of Higher Education (CIHE) of the New England Association
of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). Post University is also licensed
by the State of Connecticut through the Department of Higher
Education (DHE). |