MEd Learning, Design & Technology

Program Overview

The MEd Learning, Design & Technology program at the University of West Alabama provides advanced skills in instructional design, technology integration, and learning theory. Designed for those seeking master's-level education, it offers concentrations in educational technology and online teaching and learning. With a focus on affordability and flexibility, the program features online delivery, mentorship support, and career preparation for roles in education and corporate environments.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The MEd Learning, Design & Technology (Non-Certification) program is designed to equip individuals with the skills needed to design, develop, and implement effective learning programs, courses, and tools in various settings, including K-12, higher education, and corporate environments.
It emphasizes the development of skills in instructional technology, learning design, and technology integration. It is designed for individuals seeking a master's-level education and those interested in roles such as instructional technology director, technology instructor, instructional technology specialist, technology coach, instructional designer, webpage and course design specialist, and professional development and training facilitator.

Outline:

• Program Length: 1-2 years
• Credit Hours: 30
• Course Length: 8 weeks
• Course Details:
• Professional Courses (9 credit hours):
• ED 504 Techniques of Educational Research (3 credit hours)
• ED 506 Educational Statistics (3 credit hours)
• ED 507 Learning Theories and Instructional Design (3 credit hours)
• Concentrations Courses (21 credit hours):
• ED 505 Technology and Education (3 credit hours)
• ED 510 Interactive E-learning Design (3 credit hours)
• ED 512 Learning Systems Design (3 credit hours)
• ED 513 Digital Citizenship and the Law (3 credit hours)
• ED 515 Educational Technology 2.0 (3 credit hours)
• ED 517 Educational Games, Simulations and Mobile Applications (3 credit hours)
• ED 521 Imaging, Graphic Design Technology and Learning (3 credit hours)
• IMC 590 Methods of Social Media (3 credit hours)
• OT 500 Introduction to Online Teaching and Learning (3 credit hours)
• OT 501 Course Design and Development in Online Education (3 credit hours)
• OT 502 Instructional Technology Tools (3 credit hours)
• OT 509 Teaching Online Practicum (3 credit hours)
• SE 508 Assistive Technology and the Law (3 credit hours)

Assessment:

• Program Completion Requirements:
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 or better in all courses.
• Achieve a satisfactory score on a comprehensive examination, project, or portfolio demonstrating mastery of the program curriculum.

Teaching:

• Mentor Collective: The program includes a Mentor Collective that connects students with mentors for one-on-one support.
This program helps students learn what to expect in school and provides mentors with opportunities to build their networks and develop leadership skills.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Instructional Technology Director
• Technology Instructor
• Instructional Technology Specialist
• Technology Coach
• Instructional Designer
• Webpage and Course Design Specialist
• Professional Development and Training Facilitator

Other:

• UWA's Commitment to Affordability: The University of West Alabama is dedicated to keeping education costs affordable and providing students with a full range of grants, scholarships, and loans.
Approximately 80% of UWA students receive some type of financial aid.
• Transfer Credit Policy: UWA may accept up to 9 semester hours of graduate-level transfer credit for matching courses, subject to approval by the dean.

Graduate tuition is $429 per credit hour. There is a $60 technology fee each semester.