Instructional Design and Technology
As an instructional designer you will help individuals learn better and achieve success by creating and supporting accessible, dynamic learning environments that are personalized to how individuals retain information.
Graduate students in the Instructional Design and Technology Program learn how to design, develop, and implement learning solutions for K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and in government or corporate settings with the goal of supporting and increasing individual success. Candidates take courses emphasizing learning theories, design principles, technology integration, multimedia design and development, as well as delivering instruction in online, in-person, and blended environments.
- Affordable and Practical - Idaho State University is one of the most affordable accredited universities in the country. All instructional design and technology students are invited to learn more about qualifying for in-state tuition!
- Anywhere and at Anytime - The fully online, asynchronous program enrolls students nationwide and is tailored to the working professional.
- Flexible and Accessible - Students can be enrolled part-time or full-time and can start in the fall, spring, or summer semesters.
- Innovative and Experiential - Students will learn from national leaders in instructional design and technology with the chance to network and be involved with professional organizations in the field such as AECT or ISTE.
- Presentation and Publication - Students will have the opportunity to publish and present their own research or participate with program faculty research on the regional, national, or international levels.
Instructional Design and Technology, MEd Curriculum
- Instructional Design and Technology Course Requirements (12 credits)
- EDLT 6601 - Foundations of Instructional Design and Technology (3)
- EDLT 6611 - Planning Instruction for Digital Formats (3)
- EDLT 6612 - Designing Instruction for Digital Formats (3)
- EDLT 6613 - Developing Insutrction for Digital Formats (3)
- Instructional Design and Technology Elective Courses (miniumum 15 credits)
- EDLT 6614 - Implementing Instruction for Digital Formats (3)
- EDLT 6616 - Integration of Technology into School Curriculum (3)
- EDLT 6621 - Issues and Trends in Instructional Design and Technology (3)
- EDLT 6622 - Assessment for Digital Formats (3)
- EDLT 6646 - Information Systems (3)
- EDLT 6649 - Seminar
- EDLT 6680 - Special Topics in Instructional Design and Technology (3)
- Instructional Design and Technology Capstone Courses (3-6 credits)
- EDLT 6650 - Thesis (3)
- OR EDLT 6651 - Field Project or Case Study in Education (3)
- OR EDLT 6652 - Field Practicum in Education (3)
- OR EDLT 6659 - Online Teaching Internship (6)
Learn more:
ISU Catalog - Instructional Design and Technology, M.Ed. (scroll down for M.Ed. ID&T requirements)
ISU Catalog - Instructional Design and Technology, Ed.D. (scroll down for Ed.D. ID&T requirements)
Job Outlook and Career Opportunities
Job Placement and Salaries
As a field of study and career, Instructional Design has a bright outlook. The current outlook includes:
- 28% increase in annual job growth over the next decade
- 38th best job in America according to CNN Money
- One of the best jobs in higher education according to Inside Higher ED
Career Opportunties
Graduates with a master’s degree in instructional design and technology could be qualified for the following types of positions:
- Instruction Development Specialist/Director
- Organizational Development professional
- Instruction Coordinator
- Facility Manager
- Software Developer
- Curriculum Designer
- Consultant
- Instruction Technology Specialist
Program News
Dr. John Curry, Instructional Design and Technology Associate Professor
Instructional Design and Technology Student and Professor Honored with AECT Presidential Awards
The Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) awarded Dr. John Curry, College of Education associate professor, and Rebeca Peacock, College of Education doctoral student, Presidential Awards for 2021.
AECT is an international organization that values diversity of thought, culture and people whose activities are directed toward improving learning. The Presidential Awards, according to AECT, “acknowledge the contributions and works to the organization and to the field at large.”
To learn more about AECT, Dr. Curry’s award, and the AECT convention, visit https://aect.org/