The ADE – Learning Design and Technology Development, is a competency-based degree intended to be practical and application-based. In a modern learning model, teachers are no longer just chief content experts, but rather facilitators of student learning and designers of the learning environment. A strong professional learning framework and ready access to student data, combined with an array of personalization tools are essential to support today’s teacher in transitioning into these forms of modern learning.
Learning Outcomes.
Gain Career-Focused Experience.
As technology continues to grow and improve, employers in the field of education and the emerging field of educational technology are searching for professionals who understand how to integrate new technological innovations into their pedagogical methods. This online program is designed to help students develop their skills in several in-demand areas of study, including instructional design, multimedia production, learning analytics, and project management.
Design Thinking
Craft a detailed design document for the development of an adaptive online course module using current research, learning theory, and learning analytics tools.
Digital Tools & Technology
Develop interactive instructional materials using web technologies, media production tools, social media, and a learning management system.
Project Management
Work with a client to construct a scope of work and client agreement and then design an online learning environment to specifications.
Use of Learning Analytics in LMS
Use learning analytics tools to create data visualization models to inform the design and evaluation of online courses.
View Core Courses.
Learning Theories
An exploration of foundational learning theories and learner analysis and their practical application in instructional design. The goal is to demonstrate how learner analysis, learner motivation, and learning theory can be applied to the design of online learning experiences. Topics include learner profiles; foundational learning theories; the application of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the design process; adult learning; learner motivation; and the development of learning networks.
Instructional Design Models
An examination of traditional and contemporary instructional design (ID) models. The goal is to articulate the fundamental principles of selected ID models, analyze the strengths and limitations of each, and apply the models to learning design. Topics include ID models such as ADDIE, Dick and Carey, Understanding by Design, Rapid Instructional Design, and SAM. Focus is on creating a design document that encapsulates all aspects of the instructional design process, from planning to implementation.
Project Management for Learning Design
A study of essential project management skills for overseeing complex learning design projects. The goal is to plan, execute, and manage projects efficiently, ensuring they meet objectives, stay on schedule, and stay within budget. Topics include project management principles, needs analysis and scope, resource management and budgeting, technology integration, quality assurance, risk management, and communication with stakeholders.Strategy and Practice in Learning Management System
A detailed exploration of instructional practices tailored to online learning. The objective is to employ strategies for facilitating interactive and engaging virtual classrooms while addressing the unique challenges of remote instruction. Topics include engagement and interaction strategies, feedback in online learning, inclusive learning environments, digital literacy and online etiquette, and challenges such as low engagement and technical difficulties.
Digital Media
An applied study of the design, development, and integration of digital media to enhance learning experiences. The aim is to demonstrate how media, including images, audio, video, animations, and interactive elements, can enhance and aid learning. Topics include visual literacy, graphic design and multimedia principles, digital rights and intellectual property, and accessibility.
Gamification, and AI in Learning Design
An exploration of the rapid transformation of learning design with the integration of cutting-edge technologies. The objective is to identify and evaluate emerging technologies and their implications for learning and learning design. Topics include artificial intelligence (AI), spatial computing/extended reality, simulations, web tools, and gamification.
Collaboration and Design Thinking
A project-driven study of collaboration and design thinking in the context of learning design. The aim is to engage stakeholders effectively, foster innovation, and use a human-centered approach to solve complex educational challenges. Topics include application of the design-thinking process to a real-world instructional challenge.
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What background do I need to get an ADE - Learning Design & Technology Development?
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