Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology

Doane’s Master of Science in Instructional Design & Technology (IDT) is a comprehensive online, 30-credit hour program that prepares students for careers in designing effective, innovative, and accessible instruction (online, distance, and classroom) within business and education. The program focuses on instructional design that addresses the needs of learners in an engaging, human-centered, and goal-oriented experience, aligning learning tasks, resources, and systems of support to create learning solutions. At the forefront is consideration of the user experience and the science of learning. Students will gain a deep understanding of the principles and practices of instructional design as well as the technological tools and techniques needed to create accessible, cutting-edge learning experiences. Students enrolled in Doane’s IDT program will become part of a supportive community of reflective practitioners who share a passion for innovation and life-long learning.

Graduate of Doane’s MS-IDT program will be able to:

Integrate professional practices with learning theory and technology to design human-centered and goal-oriented learning experiences.
Identify and evaluate issues, trends, and practices-including equity and inclusion-that impact design, technology, and the implementation of instructional design.
Address real-world learning needs and challenges through data analysis including data collection methods and evaluation of learning design.
Devise and adapt instructional materials using design principles to improve user and learner experience in support of successful learning outcomes.
Evaluate learning technology trends and principles of media design to deepen learning and cultural understanding of diverse populations.
Translate complex information into accessible forms and narratives using a media strategy that integrates knowledge in visual design and technology.
Collaborate with stakeholders and apply tools and frameworks to manage the design of effective learning experiences.
Demonstrate the ethical use of content, tools, and design principles, integrating and adapting content to provide meaningful and accessible learning experiences.