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Learning Design & Technology
Master of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Earn a Master of Science in learning design and technology at University of Maryland Global Campus and build gain skills and competencies you need to use emerging technologies, learning analytics, and learning theory to design adaptive and personalized online learning experiences. This state-of-the-art online program is designed for specialists and other professionals who want to leverage the power of technology in the field of education. Study in UMGC’s convenient online classroom with knowledgeable professors who are innovators in the field. Learn the newest industry standards with coursework that is constantly being updated. And gain knowledge that you can apply on the job right away!Â
Note: This program does not lead to teacher certification in Maryland.
Program Highlights
- Apply learning sciences: Design and implement transformative, personalized online and hybrid learning experiences. Â
- Explore digital strategies: Identify and apply learning analytics, current research, and theory to optimize the learning environment. Â
- Sharpen leadership skills: Initiate and lead learning design projects. Â
- Analyze data: Create assessment strategies and visualization models to inform design. Â
- Create a network: Use social media tools to create a personal learning network for ongoing professional development. Â
- Communicate effectively: Communicate effectively online and in print using visual, oral, and written formats. Â
- Develop innovative ideas: Select, evaluate, and design media and technologies to support learning online. Â
- Discuss ethics: Evaluate legal and ethical issues and develop appropriate strategies for online learning projects.Â
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 30 credits. Take the following courses in the order listed.
Core Courses Â
- (3 Credits, LDTC 600)
- (3 Credits, LDTC 605)
- (3 Credits, LDTC 610)
- (3 Credits, LDTC 615)
- (3 Credits, LDTC 620)
- (3 Credits, LDTC 625)
- (3 Credits, LDTC 630)
- (3 Credits, LDTC 640)Â
- (3 Credits, LDTC 650)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, LDTC 690)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you prepare for learning design and technology careers in several professional contexts. Potential job titles include instructional designer, learning development specialist, instructional technologist, training and development specialist, and instructional systems specialist. ºÚÁÏÉçÇø courses are taught by experienced faculty and address skills and competencies that are highly valued by today’s employers.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend you have a background in teaching, education, or professional development, as well as basic experience in word processing. Strong writing skills are also encouraged in this program.Â
Total Program Credits
30
Transfer Credits
Exactly 12
Format
- All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Instructional Technology
Master of EducationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Earn your master’s degree in instructional technology at University of Maryland Global Campus. This cutting-edge online program bridges the gap between theory and practice, and offers a curriculum designed and taught by industry experts with extensive professional experience. Take your educational career to the next level in our convenient online classroom and expand your knowledge base using our no-cost digital resources. Apply today.
Note: This program does not lead to teacher certification in Maryland.
Program Highlights
- Prioritize access: Advocate for the use of technology to create equitable and ongoing access to high-quality education.
- Establish goals: Establish and pursue shared learning goals through participation in professional learning networks.
- Design learning experiences: Design learning experiences and environments that meet the diverse needs and interests of all learners.
- Advance teaching: Plan, provide, and evaluate the impact of professional learning initiatives using technology.
- Make data-driven decisions: Model and support the use of qualitative and quantitative data to inform instruction.
- Support students: Support students in recognizing the responsibilities and opportunities inherent in living in a digital world.
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 33 credits.
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
- (3 Credits, INST 600)
- (3 Credits, INST 605)
- (3 Credits, INST 610)
- (3 Credits, INST 615)
- (3 Credits, INST 620)
- (3 Credits, INST 625)
- (3 Credits, INST 630)
- (3 Credits, INST 640)
- (3 Credits, INST 645)
Capstone Courses
- (3 Credits, INST 650)
- (3 Credits, INST 670)
Career Preparation
This program may help prepare you for advanced roles in the field of instructional technology, such as technology integration specialist, instructional technology coordinator, and media specialist. The skills you acquire throughout the program may apply to educational institutions, corporate training programs, and government agencies, as well as nonprofit organizations. Â
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
The Master of Education in instructional technology is designed for students with professional experience teaching in P–12 schools. If you lack teaching experience, you may want to choose another UMGC education-related graduate program. Strong writing skills are also encouraged in this program. Â
Total Program Credits
33
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
- Location restrictions apply
- Clinical fieldwork required
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
Special conditions apply for residents of Kentucky.
Learn more about professional licensure as it relates to this program.
Distance Education & E-Learning
Master of Distance EducationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2024-2025 academic year.
Stand out in the job market by earning an online master’s degree in distance education and e-learning at University of Maryland Global Campus. In this unique degree program, you’ll develop important skills in several career-relevant areas of study. Plus, with our convenient online courses and no-cost electronic resources in place of most textbooks, you can access the full online learning experience from anywhere and on your own schedule. Why wait? Take the first step towards your master’s degree in distance education and e-learning and apply today!Â
Note: This program does not lead to teacher certification in Maryland.
Program Highlights
- Explore educational strategies: Apply education theory, learning models, and various teaching frameworks.
- Develop leadership skills:Â Work with various organizational and staffing models in distance education.
- Advance in technology:Â Select learning technologies to manage distance education curricula.
- Research and present data:Â Prepare a presentation to an e-learning department asking for project funds.
- Proactively solve problems: Submit a proposal to improve enterprise learning based on a real case study.
- Gain hands on-experience: Create a prototype online course that can be applied in the workplace.
Required Courses
This program requires a total of 36 credits. Take the following courses in the order listed. Courses listed as “prerequisite†or “corequisite†may be taken concurrently. Please see the course descriptions for additional information.
Initial Requirement
- (0 Credits, UCSP 615)
This course must be taken within the first 6 credits of study (if required). The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
- (3 Credits, OMDE 601)
- (3 Credits, OMDE 610)
- (3 Credits, OMDE 603)
- (3 Credits, OMDE 608)
- (3 Credits, OMDE 606)
- (3 Credits, DETT 611)
- (3 Credits, DETT 607)
- (3 Credits, DETC 620)
- (3 Credits, DEPM 604)
- (3 Credits, DETT 621)
- (3 Credits, DEPM 622)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, OMDE 670)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you to lead, manage, develop, evaluate, and implement distance learning programs in a wide range of academic and training contexts. Potential job titles include e-learning program manager, distance education administrator, online faculty trainer, and educational technology specialist.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
Strong writing skills are encouraged in this program.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 12
Format
- All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
- $544 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $336 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
