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Master's of Arts
Educational Technology & Learning Design
Get ready to lead in the digital learning space with our online Master of Arts in Educational Technology and Learning Design.
This 30-credit, interdisciplinary graduate program blends instructional design, AI-enhanced tools, and emerging technologies to help you create meaningful, personalized learning experiences. You’ll shape your own projects and apply real-world innovations in online teaching, professional development, and training settings. Whether you’re a current educator or looking to pivot into instructional design, this program prepares you to thrive in fast-changing learning environments.
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Master of Arts in Educational Technology and Learning Design
Next term starts
Fall 2025
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Course List:
Students will be required to take five core courses, four elective courses in their area of concentration, and one capstone course.
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Core Courses
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EDET 6005 Learning with Emerging Technologies: Theory & Practice
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EDET 6010 Media Literacies in Emerging Technologies
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EDET 6015 - Instructional Design for Online Learning Environments
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EDET 6020 Issues and Ethics in the Digital Age
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EDET 6025 Assessing Learning in Digital Environments
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Concentration Electives
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Students can choose individualized electives, or they may embed one of the certificate programs below into their degree plan to satisfy its electives component. Degree program planning should begin before you enroll in electives.
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Advanced Certificate in Instructional Design and Emerging Technologies
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Advanced Certificate in Teaching and Training with Technology
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Advanced Certificate in STEM Education and Emerging Technologies
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Advanced Certificate in Emerging Media and Technology for the Arts
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Students must apply to a certificate program separately.
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Capstone
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EDET 7020 - Capstone Project
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Ready to Apply?
The deadline for the Fall 2025 term is August 1. How to Apply
Design the Future of Learning
What you'll learn
- Evaluate digital environments and methods
- Apply AI and emerging tech tools
- Design engaging digital learning experiences
- Lead instructional design projects
Empower Learners, Lead Innovation
Prepare for roles in education, training, and design across a range of industries:
- Instructional Designer
- Educational Technologist
- Online Learning Specialist
- Faculty Development Coordinator
- eLearning Consultant
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Advance Your Career in Instructional Design
We’re here to support you every step of the way. Our flexible online courses and experienced faculty will help you stay on track, master instructional design strategies, and grow as a leader in educational technology.
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Apply for the M.A. in Educational Technology and Learning Design Program
Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term!
Next start term
Fall 2025
Deadline to apply
August 1
Start Your Degree
as soon as September 2, 2025.
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