Overview
Put yourself at the forefront of online learning
Trevecca University is committed to offering competitive graduate degrees that are relevant to today’s global business marketplace. Earn your Master of Science in Instructional Design & Technology fully online and help improve training and instruction in your chosen industry.
Currently, more than 130,000 Instructional Design positions exist in the United States, with an estimated 30,000 more positions to be added by 2018. Become an asset in any company or organization by learning skills such as programming, animation/simulation, methods of training and course delivery and designing effective instruction. From building educational courses to training seminars for the workplace, the Instructional Design & Technology degree applies across industry—schools and universities, banking, health care, government, etc.
With a master’s degree in Instructional Design & Technology, you’ll learn how to incorporate education/training and technology to better your organization. With Trevecca’s multi-faceted program, our team of credentialed and qualified faculty will work directly with you to start building a portfolio from day one, giving you a competitive edge in a growing job market.
This 10 course, 30-credit hour program can be completed in as little as 15 months.
Potential job opportunities include:
- Instructional Developer
- Instructional Designer
- ELearning Designer
- Online Course Developer
- Trainer, Information Technology
- Trainer, Human Resources
- Technical Training Specialist
- Instructional Coordinator
- Instructional Technologist
- Product Developer
The Instructional Design & Technology program allows students to improve the learning environment from classrooms to boardrooms. This 30-hour master’s program teaches key strategy and skills that can be applied immediately in your company or organization. Take the leap today, and start implementing more efficient delivery of training and education in your workplace!
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Core Classes
Instructional Design
IDT-5000
Course is an introduction to the instructional design process with a focus on developing instructional goals, objectives and assessment outcomes. Learners will investigate the various elements that should be considered in the design process such as: needs assessment, common instructional problems, learner characteristics, task analysis, content sequencing, instructional strategies, instructional delivery, evaluation instruments, instructional resources (media selection), formative evaluation, and summative evaluation.
Course Hours: 3
Copyright Laws for Online Learning and Development
IDT-5010
Course will teach the basics of copyright laws, fair use guidelines, and ADA compliance regulations relevant to the design process. Learners will investigate the idea of intellectual property as it applies to businesses and organizations. The goal is to provide learners with a practical framework for analyzing copyright issues that they encounter in their professional work. This course will use real life examples—some of them quite complex—to help learners get used to the systematic analysis of copyright problems in course design. This course is intentionally a step toward bridging the gulf that is often perceived between desirable educational practice and legal permissible activities.
Course Hours: 3
Issues in Instructional Design and Technology Integration
IDT-5020
Course is designed to examine how technology can facilitate instructional practices. Students will explore instructional software, online resources, and synchronous and asynchronous methods in technology mediation. Learners will study variables that affect adult learning, techniques for stimulating and sustaining student motivation, and how to reinforce learning to a global audience.
Course Hours: 3
Emerging Trends in Instructional Technology and Simulations
IDT-5030
Course involves the exploration of games and simulations. This includes the evaluation, design, and infusion of games and simulations in instructional settings. Students will create a process for using multimedia and visual basic applications for developing instructional materials, presentations, and games.
Course Hours: 3
Computer Based Instruction & Design for Learning
IDT-5100
Course provides an application of instructional design principles for the creation of computer-based instruction; emphasis on use of authoring and scripting systems to create instructional software.
Course Hours: 3
Project Management in Instructional Design and Technology Integration
IDT-5110
Course examines the project management phase of the instructional design process. Learners will develop a plan and work in teams to complete “real world” projects that will include a template for design of a specific environment.
Course Hours: 3
Ethics and Culture Models for Learning Design
IDT-5120
Course provides an opportunity to apply various learning principles into practice in online design. Students have an opportunity to investigate their faith in which learning design takes place, considering the interplay between content experts or subject matter experts and design methodology.
Course Hours: 3
Interactive and Digital Tools for Learning
IDT-5130
Course focuses on the design and development of various forms of interactive instructional media to support learning. This course will provide experiences in investigating, designing, developing and integrating a variety of interactive instructional media and mobile devices.
Course Hours: 3
Evaluation and Assessment Strategy
IDT-5200
Course will focus on the effective course/program evaluation and assessment methods, theories, and applications in instructional design and technology.
Course Hours: 3
Instructional Design Capstone
IDT-5210
Couse will demonstrate the mastery of content through a practicum or significant project adapted to the professional requirements of instructional design. After a thorough process of feedback and revision, students are required to present their final ePortfolios or build a course to showcase their work and demonstrate achievement of program competencies.
Course Hours: 3
Admissions
Getting Started
- Complete the online application (it's free!). No GRE or GMAT scores required.
- Fill out FAFSA to be considered for financial aid
- Request official transcripts from your undergraduate institution
Admissions Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- 2.75 cumulative GPA for all prior coursework
- Completion of a college-level math course with grade of C or better
- Completion of a college-level English course with grade of C or better
- Provide photocopy of government-issued identification (e.g., driver's license, state ID, military ID, passport). This requirement ensures that Trevecca complies with the U.S. Department of Education expectations for student verification. (This is only required for students enrolled in an online program.)
If you feel you may not meet these requirements, please fill out the form on the right to be connected with an enrollment specialist.
Financial Aid & Costs
Is it worth the money?
Holding a master's degree often leads to higher pay and more opportunities for advancement within your field!
How am I going to pay for it?
- Federal loans and grants are available to all eligible students who complete a FAFSA
- Employer tuition reimbursement opportunities
- Monthly payments through Trevecca make fulfilling tuition requirements more manageable
- Military benefits such as Yellow Ribbon and GI Bills are accepted by Trevecca University
How do I qualify?
- Fill out your FAFSA. Based on your income, you will know how much federal financial aid you are eligible to receive.
- Talk to your employer about tuition reimbursement opportunities
- For military benefits, contact the Academic Records Office at 1.615.248.1268
How much will it cost?
| Tuition | Credit Hours | Program Length | Tuition Costs |
| $395/Hour | 30 | 15 months | $11,850 |
Career Opportunities
Across industries, employers are seeking instructional designers like you to equip their teams with the tools needed to succeed in today's increasingly digital workforce. Trevecca will prepare you to design, develop, and implement the materials employers are looking for, giving you the competitive edge you need to land the career you want. From e-learning to security, there is a career in instructional design waiting for you.
According to Digital Wits, 2015 saw these top paying industries, topics, and skills for instructional designers.
Potential job opportunities include:
- Instructional Developer: Identify target audience's needs and create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer.
- Instructional Designer: Design and develop curriculum content, training materials, modules, and teaching aids while mangaging curriculum development programs.
- ELearning Designer: Design engaging learning and development solutions to meet web-based learning needs.
- Technical Training Specialist: Identify training needs or gaps and develop dynamic solutions for them including security awareness, eLearning, video, instructor-led content, virtual classroom design, tool kits, and study guides.
- Product Developer: Lead multiple projects to identify and develop innovative products for future commercialization.
Why Choose Trevecca Online?
Since 1901, Trevecca Nazarene University has been dedicated to bringing Nashville students an unmatched education through exceptional teaching. Now the same education is available anytime, anywhere through Trevecca Online, allowing you to receive the education you want with the flexibility you need.
Trevecca's cohort model of instruction provides you with a close-knit group of fellow students who will be on the same educational journey from the first day of classes until graduation. All classwork is completed through Blackboard, an interactive and innovative online learning system that allows you to communicate quickly with fellow students and your professors.
When you choose Trevecca's M.S. in Instructional Design and Technology, you choose a community of instructors who are committed to training a class of business professionals to fill a growing need in the business marketplace. Trevecca's holistic approach to instruction will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how to be an effective developer, designer, or trainer in your chosen field.
At Trevecca, we want to help you acquire the necessary skills to become the best of what you want to be. With Trevecca Online, you have the opportunity to receive an exceptional, personalized education completely online.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this program taught? Projects? Papers? Recorded teacher videos?
This program is taught using a variety of platforms, which include videos, e-books, textbooks, links, animation, and recordings. We want to ensure that we use as many platforms as possible to help every student learn. The program is project-based and you’ll be putting your knowledge into practice. When the program is done, you will have completed a project on your own and will be ready to hit the ground running in whatever job you take! Any programs needed for this degree will be provided for you, so there’s no additional cost to you!
What if I don’t have a math course with a C grade or better? / What if my GPA isn’t at 2.75 or better?
Send us a copy of your official undergraduate transcripts, and any graduate transcripts, if applicable, and a copy of your resume and we’ll see what we can do to help! We want you to be a successful student at Trevecca, and will see what can be done to best serve you.
What are the technology requirements?
The computer requirements are provided below.
- Current Operating System: Windows and/or Mac –
- Articulate E-Learning Software (Windows only) accounts will be provided by the University, and may require the students to have Boot Camp or Parallels if they are using a Mac.
- Internet Connection: Wifi, DSL or Cable
- Internet Browser: Mozilla Firefox, Safari, or Chrome (only for Mac Users)
- Additional Free software downloads (as necessary)
- Webcam for presentations and recordings