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Chart your future. With your Bachelor of Arts in Instructional Design from Ashford University, you will synthesize learning theory with models for instructional design. Create and deliver high-tech instruction for e-learning in online environments.

The Bachelor of Arts in Instructional Design allows you to explore online education, learning technology, text book design, and curriculum development. You will apply universal design principles to instruction, analyze research and trends in the field of instructional design, and develop instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Entry Requirements

Students seeking admission to an online undergraduate program must meet the following admission requirements prior to the start of the first course at Ashford University:

Have a regular high-school diploma earned through college preparatory or regular high school courses or GED equivalency recognized by the Department of Education of the state in which it was earned, completed secondary school through home schooling as defined by state law, or earned an equivalent to a US high school diploma at an international high school according to approved Foreign Evaluation services. An earned IEP or Special Education Diploma or Certificate of Completion based upon IEP goals does not meet the regular high school diploma requirement for admission to Ashford University. If no high school degree was earned, applicants who have successfully completed at least a two-year program that is acceptable for full credit toward a bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited postsecondary institution, as defined by Ashford University transfer credit policies, may be admitted.

Be 22 years of age or older, or be exempt from this requirement by meeting one of the following criteria:

- Earned a minimum of 30 transferable credits* as defined by Ashford University transfer credit policies;

- Earned an Associate’s degree or higher from a regionally or approved nationally accredited institution; or

- Seeking readmission to Ashford University after withdrawal from a degree program; or

- Current degree-seeking student at Ashford University requesting to change majors.

Have the ability to study English indicated by one of the following:

- Achieved a recognized high school diploma or equivalent in which the primary language of instruction was English

- Received a GED that was taken in English

- A minimum of 30 credits have been earned from regionally or approved nationally accredited colleges/universities in the United States or equivalent in which the primary language of instruction was English; or

- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination taken within the past two (2) years. A minimum score of 500 paper-based or 61 Internet-based is required. Copies of official scores must be submitted prior to provisional enrollment, and official scores must be submitted for full admission.

Submission of official transcripts from all postsecondary education attempted.

TOEFL scores submission.

Cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.0.**

Other Fees

Books and supplies : $4,000

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The School of Education & Social Services' online M.S. in Instructional Design provides an advanced study in the systematic design of instruction.

The dynamic online program prepares you to design, develop, implement ,and evaluate efficient and effective instructional experiences for a variety of settings, including corporate training, military, adult learning, and higher education.

Instructional design courses prepare graduates to:

- Apply adult learning theory to course development

- Enhance the ID process and use it to solve real-world situations

- Use research-based practices to inform instructional strategy

- Develop a variety of instructional strategies and skills to be used in the design process

- Effectively use instructional technology and media for teaching and learning

- Evaluate training and instruction to ensure efficient and effective instruction and course improvement

Courses are guided by professional standards in the field, and focus on the development of specialized skills to develop curricula for the 21st century learner.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's and/or master's degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale.

If your Bachelor’s degree in under a 3.0 cumulative GPA please complete an essay of 500 words at minimum outlining your professional goals.

International applicants
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For non-native English speaking students ,provide proof of English language proficiency, demonstrated in at least one of the following ways:

- A minimum score 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

- A minimum score of 450 on the verbal component of the SAT

- Grades of B or higher in English composition courses where English is the language of instruction

- For transfer students, two semesters with grades of B or higher in English composition courses at regionally accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States

- Successful completion of an Association of International Educators-recognized ESL program

Other Fees

Books - $1,200

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The ID&T program at the Darden College of Education provides you with a solid grounding in instructional design, instructional technology, and human performance technology. Our wide variety of course offerings are designed to give you a strong background in both the theory and practice of the field.

ODU's ID&T graduate program provides the flexibility to pursue your individual interests. The rigorous course of study will prepare you for a future in instructional technology in a variety of venues as well as preparation to pursue a PhD in this field.

Also, you have the option of choosing to earn a certificate in Modeling and Simulation as a topic of study in the program.

Entry Requirements

Admission decisions are based on several criteria including GPA (undergraduate and any other graduate work), and GRE scores (analytical writing, verbal, and quantitative) or MAT scores.

The minimum acceptable scores vary each year depending on the number of students we can admit to the program. In general, it is expected that students will have a score of the 153 on the verbal and 144 on the quantitative tests and 4.0 on the analytical writing test of the GRE.

Requires TOEFL score for non-native English speakers (ODU requires a score of 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, and a 79-80 on the iBT)

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The Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a Specialization in Instructional Design and Technology degree is geared toward students looking to understand and use new technologies and web-based opportunities when designing classroom instruction. From understanding how technology can be used to access learning standards, to gaining hands-on experience with the various new technologies available to classroom teachers in the education industry today, this instructional design degree program provides a comprehensive and industry-grounded approach to integrating technology in instructional design.

The specialization in Instructional Design and Technology blends a focus on the realities and current climate of the classroom with experiences designed to give students the opportunity to study the role advancing technology can play in the way we learn, the way we teach, and the potential for collaborative virtual learning environments made possible by Internet-delivered, rich multimedia course content. Students in this program can expect to learn to:

- Gain familiarity with new technologies available to integrate in classroom instruction.

- Evaluate these technologies for usefulness in meeting academic standards and student learning needs.

- Analyze instructional goals to understand how lessons could be integrated with technology to further ensure student success.

- Gain hands-on experience in designing technology-based instructional lessons and evaluate effectiveness of these lessons.

- Design assessment procedures to measure effectiveness of new technologies in classroom instruction.

Entry Requirements

The following requirements must be met in order for the admissions process to be successfully completed:

Complete all required online admissions application documents.

Submit proof of high school graduation or equivalent.

You will be required to complete an informational admissions interview.

Non-native speakers of English are required to provide proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL or other English proficiency assessment) prior to admission.

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The Instructional Design and Technology Department offers a Master of Science Degree in Instructional Design and Technology that is delivered both on-campus and online via the Internet. This degree prepares individuals for leadership in the design, development, and integration of technology and online learning into teaching and private sector training.

Individuals obtaining the IDT degree serve as instructional designers/trainers in business, industry, healthcare, military, and post-secondary institutions; charged with training,
development, and eLearning programs within their organizations. Others are practicing P-12 educators who wish to improve the quality of curriculum, instruction, and student learning through appropriate integration of technology into the classroom.

Entry Requirements

The department graduate committee will use the
following criteria for assessing whether or not to recommend an applicant for admission to the
department:

• ESU Graduate Application ($40 US; $75 international)
Application form
Transcripts

• GPA of 2.75 or more based on the 4-point scale in undergraduate study

• Resume (2 or more pages) **

• Two current recommendations via forms or letters (open or closed)

• Access to the Internet and possess a multimedia capable computer*

• Writing Competency (no fee)

• A 500 to 700 word formal paper** describing your experiences and career goals involving instructional design and technology and your interest in completing an online
degree.

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