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    • Last 2 years: 3.0
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    • Currently enrolled: 75
    • International: 8
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    • Male: 27
    • Female: 48
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Graduate Programs of Study

Academic College: Education and Human Services

Program: Instructional Design and Technology

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Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

Program Overview

The Master of Science (MS) degree in Instructional Design and Technology is designed to prepare educational technology specialists, graphic designers, educational technologists, trainers in industry and business, and classroom teachers to develop, produce, and evaluate instructional and training materials. Courses are offered in various formats such as online and weekend courses with hands-on experience. Graduates of the program will enter or continue careers in instructional design, interactive multimedia, computer-based graphics, and distance learning. The program also serves students interested in pursuing advanced graduate studies in instructional design and related areas.

Instructional Design and Technology

Why Instructional Design and Technology at WIU?

The IDT MS degree program offers the flexibility for students to tailor their own program specifically to their career goals. Also, many of the courses, including all core courses, are completely online. Weekend academy courses provide hands-on experience for the working professional.

Our Faculty

Graduate faculty members are committed to helping their students apply the principles of instructional design to develop effective instruction and training. Professors in the department have doctorates in their field. Faculty members have extensive experience in their fields and are actively involved in a variety of professional organizations as well as publishing and presenting at the state, national, and international levels. The Illinois Association for Educational Communications and Technology and the Midwest Journal of Educational Communications and Technology are housed in the IDT department. Faculty have expertise in the following areas: multimedia development, digital graphics, digital video editing and production, 3D modeling and animation, web page and database development, computer game development, computer simulations, instructional design and development, project management, performance technology, online course development and evaluation, corporate training, P-12 technology integration in the classroom, and instructional theory and research.