From the assessment of needs and the analysis of learning objectives to the rapid-development of instructional materials and their evaluation, the certificate program prepares students to apply the theories, principles, models, tools, and techniques of systematic instructional design in diverse organizational settings.

Students have numerous opportunities to integrate their professional experiences into their learning, apply their course assignments to their current professional activities and actively engage with other professionals in the development of valued instructional design proficiencies.

Students who complete the Instructional Design certificate will:

• Apply foundational instructional design principles to the design, development, and implementation of learning activities in their workplace
• Demonstrate an ability to lead the design of effective instruction through proficient planning, development, evaluation, and management
• Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of numerous theories, principles, models, tools, and techniques that can be applied to the systematic design of instruction
• Demonstrate their capacity to successfully lead all phases of an instructional design project

The following requirements must be fulfilled: 12 credit hours in required courses.

Having created one of the first online graduate programs in the United States, the experienced Educational Technology Leadership Program faculty and staff ensures flexibility along with meaningful substance and engaging online participation.

This is a STEM designated program.

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