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4 credits

The use of technology for the creation and delivery of education and training is no longer a new concept. The field of instructional design, although rooted in various theories in education and psychology, has developed into its own discipline. In this course, students will examine the history, theories, and the related disciplines that have impacted the field of instructional design. Students will also examine various instructional design models, investigate technology and media’s effect on learning, and explore potential careers as an instructional designer across various education and training settings.  

5 credits

A shift toward cloud-based web technologies is upon us, improving access to information, reducing time and cost, and streamlining the implementation of online and hybrid learning experiences for learners. In this course, education and training professionals will expand their web-based technology skillset through the use of virtual learning environments, collaborative cloud computing applications, and accessible learning materials that engage diverse audiences. As part of the culminating learning experience, students will create a robust toolkit that features various cloud-based technologies applicable to their learning environment. 

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

5 credits

In this course, students learn the foundational principles and elements of the instructional systems development process, from analysis through evaluation. They explore commonly used instructional design models, such as ADDIE, Understanding by Design (UbD), Design Thinking Model, and Merrill’s Principles of Instruction, and they learn how to apply them in an education or training environment. Students will focus on incorporating sound instructional strategies into the design and development of instructional systems and into the development of prototypes in real-world instructional settings. 

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

5 credits

Online education could be the driving force that transforms education and training practices in the 21st century. Through this lens, students explore the current trends impacting the field of distance learning and their implication for the design and development of distance learning programs. They examine various models, theories, and technologies used in the development and delivery of online education and training programs. They also explore the implications and considerations of designing instruction for blended, fully online, instructor-led, and self-paced learning environments.

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

5 credits

E-Learning has become an increasingly essential component of corporate training, human resources, and curriculum development in today’s world. In this course, students will explore e-learning design principles, strategies, and best practices in order to design and develop eLearning projects and training programs. They will also utilize planning documents, design goals and objectives, assessments, and evaluation tools. For the culminating project, students will incorporate Adobe Captivate into the development of a robust and engaging e-Learning experience for diverse learners.  

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

5 credits

Multimedia authoring is a process of consolidating various types of media content like text, audio, graphics, animations, and video into a single stream of information.  Multimedia authoring tools provide an integrated environment for assembling the various elements of a multimedia production and provides the framework for organizing and editing the components of a multimedia project. In this course, learners will create a multimedia project utilizing the various components of multimedia design that are appropriate to their topic and relevant to their audience, while meeting the standards and objectives they are tasked with delivering.  (All three 2-credit Digital Authoring Tools electives should be completed before taking this course.) 

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105
• MIDT 6230 or MIDT 6231 or MIDT 6232 or MIDT 6233 or MIDT 6234 or MIDT 6235 (All three 2-credit Digital Authoring Tools electives should be completed before taking this course.) 

4 credits

Instructional designers are faced with the challenge of promoting equity and ethics in education and training. In this course, students will examine instructional approaches and strategies that address diversity and accessibility for diverse student populations, the ethical use of materials and resources, and the legal implications of copyright, fair use, and licensing when designing learning materials. They will also explore opportunities to promote positive social change in the design and development of learning activities and embrace the role of a principled, knowledgeable, and ethical scholar-practitioner. 

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

6 credits

This course is the culminating experience for the program. Students are provided with the opportunity to exhibit their knowledge, skills, and creativity in an authentic situation. They demonstrate their ability to integrate instructional design principles and practical skills and apply them to a real-world learning or performance problem. Students work with a client in a consultative capacity or explore a case study that may include front-end analyses; design, development, and implementation of performance support and instructional materials; and/or evaluation of an instructional or performance support program. (Pre-requisites: Completion of all other core courses.)

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105
• MIDT 6110
• MIDT 6115
• MIDT 6120
• MIDT 6125
• MIDT 6130
• MIDT 6135 (may be concurrent)
• MIDT 6230 or MIDT 6231 or MIDT 6232 or MIDT 6233 or MIDT 6234 or MIDT 6235

5 credits

Higher education is undergoing a radical paradigm shift with the rapid growth of online degree, program, and course offerings. To be successful instructors, education professionals must have opportunities to practice the foundational skills needed to ensure positive student learning outcomes in the online environment. In this course, education professionals apply theory to practice and develop their personal pedagogical styles. They explore effective ways to promote student participation, address common challenges, and successfully communicate with diverse audiences.  

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

4 credits

Instructors are provided with the opportunity to reach beyond traditional practices and explore new ways of assessing student learning outcomes in the online environment. In this course, students apply their knowledge of learning theory, assessment practices, and instructional design principles to the development of assessment strategies in online education and training environments. They review research and practical strategies for assessing student learning in synchronous and asynchronous environments. 

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

5 credits

The ability to manage and deliver training is an essential skill for human resource and performance improvement professionals. In this course, educators explore models, techniques, and best practices for managing and delivering training systems and modules. They focus on a range of topics, including managing the learning environment, selecting appropriate materials and assessments, and tracking learner performance and completion. Students also explore technologies that support the planning, presenting, and managing of instructor-led and self-directed courses and training systems in face-to-face and virtual environments.

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

4 credits

In this course, students survey the research, models, and issues associated with improving human performance in workplace settings. They explore methods and techniques for recognizing and analyzing performance gaps, conducting needs assessments, determining appropriate instructional and performance support interventions, and measuring the results of implemented solutions. They engage in assignments that emphasize how to determine whether instructional or other performance support interventions are appropriate for addressing identified needs. Students also use results from analyses to inform the design of job aids, instruction, and other performance support systems. 

Prerequisites

• MIDT 6105

2 credits

Adobe InDesign is the industry-standard layout and page design tool for print and digital media. In this one-credit course, students will learn the basics of the InDesign interface and workflow, develop an introductory skillset for designing print and digital materials, and align their work output to professional design principles. As the culminating learning experience, students will create a brochure for a fictional company or educational organization.

Prerequisites

MS in Instructional Design and Technology program:

• MIDT 6105

Non-degree students:

• no prerequisites

Note: Student will be responsible for providing their own access to the required Adobe software for this course

2 credits

Adobe Photoshop is the industry-standard tool for graphics editing and digital art, allowing users to digitally manipulate existing images or raster graphics or design them from scratch. In this one-credit course, students will be introduced to the Photoshop interface, including various workspaces, layers tools, filters, and text. Students will work with provided files and assets, apply an appropriate design workflow, and export professional-looking graphics for use in their own workplace or educational setting. ​ 

Prerequisites

MS in Instructional Design and Technology program:

• MIDT 6105

Non-degree students:

• no prerequisites

Note: Student will be responsible for providing their own access to the required Adobe software for this course

2 credits

Adobe Illustrator is the industry-standard vector graphics editor and an essential component of a design professional’s toolkit. In this one-credit course, students will be introduced to the Adobe Illustrator interface and the basic functions of computer illustration, including shapes, color, and text. As the culminating project in this course, students will design a professional logo for a fictional brand.

Prerequisites

MS in Instructional Design and Technology program:

• MIDT 6105

Non-degree students:

• no prerequisites

Note: Student will be responsible for providing their own access to the required Adobe software for this course

2 credits

Today’s audio editing applications offer comprehensive toolsets for recording, editing, mixing, and delivering high quality audio presentations. In this 2-credit course, students will be introduced to industry-standard software and explore best practices for creating pristine sound files. As the culminating learning experience, students will write and record a podcast for distribution over various digital media outlets.

Prerequisites

• None

Note: Student will be responsible for providing their own access to the required Adobe software for this course

2 credits

Adobe Premiere Pro is an industry-standard video editing application that empowers education and industry professionals to take the craft and attributes of traditional storytelling and merge them with new techniques for the creation of engaging digital media. Students in this course will explore the interactivity and narrative of digital media through the creation of video projects across new and traditional media platforms.

Prerequisites

MS in Instructional Design and Technology program:

• MIDT 6105

Non-degree students:

• no prerequisites

Note: Student will be responsible for providing their own access to the required Adobe software for this course

2 credits

Today’s web designers have moved away from desktop software in favor of cloud-based web applications and content management systems. This sudden shift has left many web designers scrambling to catch up on the latest design approaches for web development. In this one-credit course, students will explore various web applications for creating and hosting professional-looking web pages. As a culminating learning experience, students will brainstorm, design, and host a personal webpage using WordPress. 

Prerequisites

MS in Instructional Design and Technology program:

• MIDT 6105

Non-degree students:

• no prerequisites

Note: Student will be responsible for providing their own access to the required Adobe software for this course