Instructional and Learning Design - MA

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Instructional and Learning Design at LSAD empowers students with the skills and knowledge to excel in instructional design. Through a blend of theoretical foundations and practical applications, the program prepares graduates for diverse roles in education and industry settings, focusing on designing innovative and engaging learning experiences.

Program Outline

Instructional and Learning Design – MA Program Details:

Degree Overview:

The Master of Arts in Instructional and Learning Design at LSAD is a one-year postgraduate program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the field of instructional design. The program blends foundational learning theories with practical skills in creative design and multimedia, preparing graduates for diverse professional roles in various industries and educational settings.

Objectives:

• Acquire instructional and learning design knowledge and skills.
• Develop project management and collaborative skills.
• Develop creative and innovative approaches to instructional and learning design.
• Shape the future of education and training.

Program Description:

The program covers a broad spectrum of theory and applied skills, including:

• Core instructional design theories
• Project management tools
• Collaboration strategies
• Digital media integration
• Mobile and micro learning design
• Learning analytics and data-driven instructional design
The program culminates in a major project focused on real-world applications, emphasizing creative portfolio development and production.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Foundations of Learning Theory and Instructional Design (Credits: 10): Explores key learning theories and their application to instructional design, focusing on learner-centered material development and assessment design.
• Instructional Design Project Management Tools and Practices (Credits: 10): Equips students with skills in using essential instructional design tools and emphasizes collaborative work with subject matter experts.
• Collaboration for Instructional Design (Credits: 10): Focuses on the role of collaboration in instructional design, teaching effective teamwork strategies and diverse perspective integration.
• Digital Media, Visualization and Gamification for Instructional and Learning Design (Credits: 10): Teaches the integration of digital media and gamification in creating immersive and engaging learning experiences.
• Mobile and Micro Learning: Designing for Devices (Credits: 10): Addresses the design and development of mobile-compatible instructional materials, emphasizing user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design.
• Learning Analytics and Data-Driven Instructional and Learning Design (Credits: 10): Investigates the advantages of learning analytics and data to inform and optimize instructional design.
• Major Project in Instructional and Learning Design (Credits: 30): Centers on a significant real-world project, applying skills from all modules to create an instructional design outcome, accompanied by a comprehensive portfolio.

Careers:

• Instructional Designer in Higher Education: Developing and designing educational programs and courses for universities and colleges.
• Corporate Training Instructional Designer: Designing and implementing training programs within business organizations.
• E-Learning Developer: Creating digital learning materials and courses for online platforms.
• Learning and Development Consultant: Advising organizations on effective training strategies and learning solutions.
• Freelance Multimedia Designer for Educational Content: Producing engaging and interactive multimedia learning materials.
• Mobile and Micro Learning Content Developer: Specialising in creating educational content optimised for mobile devices.
• Instructional Design Project Manager: Overseeing instructional design projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring project goals are met.