Overview

Earn a Versatile Education Technology and Instructional Design Degree Online

The global pandemic has created an urgency for design teams to deliver next-generation solutions at a breakneck pace. In various domains, including K–12, higher education, and workforce development, these teams are tasked with creating engaging and immersive virtual learning experiences that can substitute for on-ground instruction.

This master’s program was built from the ground up to help those involved in instructional design gain an updated skill set, preparing them to meet the unique needs of each student within today’s new learning environment. The program incorporates design thinking, learning analytics, and universal design and accessibility.

Choose Your Track 

The Master of Education in Education Technology and Instructional Design is offered in two tracks: the K–12 pathway and the Adult Learner pathway. These tracks allow students to specify if they are hoping to implement their knowledge in an academic or educational setting, or in a corporate setting. The courses in the K–12 pathway setting focuses on working with students in an educational setting, while the Adult Learner pathway focuses on corporate training and adult education. Candidates may choose to complete both pathways if desired. Your career goals will ultimately help you determine which pathway is best for you.

Courses

Education Technology and Instructional Design Courses

Program consists of 12 courses

At WGU, we design our curriculum to be timely, relevant, and practical—all to help you show that you know your stuff.

Program Guide

Tuition & Financial Aid  

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