LEARNING DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY
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Online learning and technology has been a growing, rapidly changing environment for many years, but it has never been as critically important as it is today. From K-12 classrooms, to colleges and universities, to business and government sectors, learning design and technology is pivotal in the evolution of education.
Immerse Yourself in the Art & Science of Instructional Design and Online Learning
The online Learning Design & Technology (LDT) provides students with in-demand knowledge and skills in instructional design to advance within their fields or pursue a career as an Instructional Designer/Learning Experience Designer. Focused on the online learning environment, the program utilizes current and emerging technologies to meet education and training goals in higher education, K-12, business, or government.
Students will gain the essentials of designing and delivering effective learning experiences grounded in research-based principles. Students will be able to create engaging and active learning experiences and develop courses and programs applying learning pedagogy and integrating emerging technologies.
Learning Design & Technology Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of instructional design principles, methods and techniques.
- Apply instructional design theories to the design, development, and implementation of the learning experience in diverse settings, with a focus on the online environment.
- Design, build and implement rich and interactive online courses and programs.
- Identify, evaluate and integrate technologies and media into effective instructional and learning design plans.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the instructional design process and product and devise solutions to maximize learning outcomes.
Full Certificate Program or Single Course Options
Full Program Enrollment
$3,000 total, $750 savings compared to single course enrollment
- 24+ weeks
- Can begin with any course
- Earn digital badges upon completion of each course AND a program certificate of completion
Single Course Enrollment
$1250 per course
- 8 weeks
- Earn a digital badge upon successful course completion
COURSE INFORMATION
For students enrolling in the full certificate program, the program savings of $750 is applied to the third course taken.
Instructional Design Assessment & Evaluation
SPRING 2025
100% Online,Ìý8 weeks
ÌýFebruary 20 - April 10 | Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Course cost: $1,250
Learning Design & Online Learning Pedagogy
SUMMER 2025
100% Online | 8 weeks
Dates TBD | Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Course cost: $1,250
Instructional Design Tools
In this course, students will explore the role of technology in education and examine various instructional technologies and media used in the eLearning environment. Students will learn how to apply technology integration models in selection, design, and development of instructional technologies and media to achieve learning outcomes and promote learning experience. Further, students will develop skills in utilizing technology to enhance communication and collaboration in consideration of learning equity.ÌýThis course is approved for 80 Act 48 credits.Ìý Ìý
FALL 2025
100% Online,Ìý8 weeks
Dates: TBD
Course cost: $1,250
MEET THE INSTRUCTORS
Ankit Desai
Director, Learning Technologies
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Ankit received his Master of Sciences in Instructional Technology from Saint Joseph's University.Ìý His professional experience focuses on supporting technologies utilized by instructors and students for online learning, such as LMS, video conferencing, and various collaborative technologies.Ìý This includes providing technical support and administration, teaching instructors and students how to use these learning technologies, and working with instructors and academic programs to build online courses.Ìý Ankit is also experienced with supporting instructional multimedia technologies and classroom technologies used in hybrid and online learning environments.Ìý Ìý
Rui Li
Assistant Vice President for Digital Learning & Innovation
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Rui is an online and digital learning expert who partners with faculty and academic leaders to enhance teaching and learning experiences through innovative pedagogical and digital strategies. She has supported the creation and implementation of over 20 online programs ranging from degree completion to doctoral programs. Rui is an accomplished scholar in the field of distance education and educational technology. Her research focuses on online education and technology effectiveness, impact, and management. She has published regularly in peer-reviewed journals and edited books. She is a frequent presenter at a variety of national and international conferences.
Melissa Butler
Director of Technology and Middle Level Education
Springfield School District
Melissa has worked in the field of education and led professional development for over 25 years. With a doctorate in online learning, Melissa has been the Director of Technology, Assessment, and Communications for a K-12 public school system for the last seven years. Her professional experience has included maintaining instructional and administrative systems, telecommunications, cybersecurity initiatives, and networks, onboarding learning management systems, and supporting instructional technology, learning design, and student engagement.
College of Professional Studies
800 E. Lancaster Avenue
Vasey Hall, Room 103
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Important Notices for Distance Education Students
The following includes important information for students participating in online courses, online programs and/or on-ground clinicals or practicums while physically located outside of Pennsylvania.
VALUE OF A PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM:
Enhance your resume.
Professional education classes enable you to add new skills, expertise, or credentials to your resume and make you even more valuable to your employer.
Expand your professional network.
Communicating and building relationships with your classmates and instructors can open new doors in your career.
Learn from industry experts.
All programs are taught by instructors who have worked or who are currently working in the field, and who are able to share practical applications and real world examples of topics in the course.