Master of Education Instructional Design and Technology
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Level up your design and tech skills
Properly integrated, monitored and applied, instructional design and technology provide opportunities for students to learn in new and engaging ways. You will learn the skills to design learning experiences and determine technologies that add value to the learning experience with an online Master of Education, Instructional Design and Technology concentration. The skills you develop can help you expand your role in school or business with confidence.
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Lead the way in EdTech
Ready to become the resource your school needs? Your coursework in this MEd program teaches you to design courses and integrate innovative technology to create memorable learning experiences.
Build your skills
- Learn to design content to facilitate achievement of specific program and course outcomes.
- Explore instructional technology for either K–12 or adult education.
- Examine new technologies that have the potential to transform education.
- Design engaging learning experiences to include technologies that support learner engagement and success.
- Prioritize equality of access to technology based on access issues that may impact diverse students.
The high-quality higher education you deserve
Strayer University is proud to be certified or accredited by four respected organizations. We’re committed to meeting quality standards, so you can earn an industry-recognized diploma you’re proud to display. View the ACBSP student achievement information.
Accredited online university
Strayer University is proud to be certified or accredited by four respected organizations. We’re committed to meeting quality standards, so you can earn an industry-recognized diploma you’re proud to display. View the ACBSP student achievement information.
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of Strayer Master of Education alumni agree that their degree was a worthwhile investment.
Strayer Alumni Survey, 2021
Completion of Strayer University’s Master of Education program does not guarantee a student has met the requirements to apply for public school teacher or administrator licensure in any state, nor that a student will be eligible for pay raises, promotions or other job-related benefits. Students pursuing teacher or school administrator certification in the public school system should contact their respective state offices of education as well as local school district to confirm educational requirements before beginning the program. More information about state-specific requirements.
Affording your degree
At Strayer, you’ll find plenty of ways to make your tuition affordable, so you can worry less about your budget and get down to business.
$1680
cost per course
$150
degree conferral (one-time only)
$65
technology fee (one per term)
Estimate the cost of your degree
How much time and money will you have to invest toward a Strayer degree?
Complete your online Master of Education degree for less than $14,000.*
*This assumes use of the Strayer Graduation Fund. Additional Fees Apply. Eligibility rules and restrictions apply. Connect with us for details.
Estimate the cost of your degree
How much time and money will you have to invest toward a Strayer degree?
Complete your online Master of Education degree for less than $14,000.*
*This assumes use of the Strayer Graduation Fund. Additional Fees Apply. Eligibility rules and restrictions apply. Connect with us for details.
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*Student is required to take two courses per quarter during disbursement period
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Ways to reduce your cost
Transfer up to 4 classes toward your master's degree.
Save up to 25% off the cost of select master’s degrees. Eligibility rules apply.
Explore additional scholarships & ways to save.
More than 500 organizations – including corporations and community colleges – invest in their employees by partnering with Strayer University to offer access to discounted education programs. If your employer is a Corporate Alliance Partner, you may qualify for programs that can help you advance in your company and your career.
Transform your eLearning environment
Face-to-face, blended learning, online learning and other EdTech advancements have changed the way education is delivered in the United States. Sharpen your own ability to assess products, make key recommendations and work with your designers and educators to provide meaningful programs for students. View all courses
Sample courses
Focuses on the design, development, and implementation of e-Learning. Topics include learning platforms for educational and corporate environments, online learning communities, content design for online delivery, and preparation of learners for online learning. Students will learn how to use e-Learning as a teaching tool in a traditional classroom or training environment.
Examine the systematic processes of effective instructional design to create an instructional and training product. Content includes instructional design process and models, ADDIE framework, connections between learning theories and instructional design, relationship of technology to instructional design, and applications of state and national content standards to the design and development of instructional and training products.
Design and evaluate new technologies for learning environments, such as various media, software and applications for web-based and mobile devices. Learn how to assess and evaluate the process and effects of technological enhancements on learning.
Address how new technologies support alternative approaches to teaching and learning. Learn how instructional technology can help meet the needs of a diverse group of students and change both the content and methods of education. Explore the curriculum and the classroom as the primary vehicles for integrating instructional technology into education.
Prerequisite: To be taken last or next to last; a grade of 'B' or higher is required.
Apply the rationale for and methods of developing a professional portfolio. Create a portfolio that includes a comprehensive collection of work and artifacts to demonstrate analysis, synthesis and evaluation of theoretical and practical knowledge gained in prior program courses. Demonstrate competency of your specific concentration area as well as of program outcomes. A supervising faculty member will evaluate your capstone project. A grade of B or higher is required.
Master’s admission requirements
Before you can pursue your master’s degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo identification
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.
Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
International students
We welcome international students from around the globe.
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Ready to take the next step?
Your admissions officer is here to guide you through every step of the process, from completing your application to choosing your concentration.