Master of Education in Learning and Instructional Design
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Description of Masters Degree in Learning & Instructional Design (LID)
The Master of Education in Learning and Instructional Design Program at Wichita State University is an innovative, dynamic, flexible, personalized, and student-centered program designed for educators and professionals alike. New approaches to learning: Best practices in professional development, active learning and training to further your credentials.
The Master of Education in Learning and Instructional Design is ideal for education and professional development career advancement for those who are engaged in the K-12 teaching and workplace training of adult learners.
It is a 30 credit hour program. The program is offered for students who meet the admission requirements and are seeking a graduate level degree in curriculum and instructional design leadership. The core curriculum consists of 15 credit hours of work in curriculum and instructional design, 3 credit hours of thesis or non-thesis work and 12 credit hours of electives.
Admission Requirements
In addition to the Graduate School admission requirements, students seeking the Master of Education in Learning and Instructional Design must meet the following criteria.
- Graduate from the WSU teacher education program with a minimum GPA of 2.750 in the last 60 credit hours; OR
- Graduate from an accredited program with a minimum 3.000 GPA in the last 60 credit hours; OR
- Provide alternative evidence that documents academic aptitude; OR
- Provide evidence of involvement in teaching, training, and/or program design or recommendation by the graduate program committee.
Associated Link: Graduate School Admission Forms
| LID Strand | Title |
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| MEd in Learning and Instructional Design with Interdisciplinary, Student-selected Electives |
An exceptional characteristic of the Master of Education in Learning and Instructional Design is 12 hours of electives providing students with an opportunity to design the best possible interdisciplinary program for their professional and personal advancement. Some ideas about different possibilities might come by browsing through the existing WSU Graduate Certificates. To see the core courses, scroll down to the Required Courses - Graduate Catalog Descriptions. |
| MEd in Learning and Instructional Design with Online Learning & Educational Technology Certificate |
As mentioned above, MEd in Learning and Instructional Design is a 30 credit hours program. The core curriculum consists of 15 credit hours of work in learning approaches, curriculum, and instructional design, 3 credit hours of thesis or non-thesis work and 12 credit hours from Graduate Certificate in Online Learning & Educational Technology. To see the core courses, scroll down to the Required Courses - Graduate Catalog Descriptions. |
| MEd in Learning and Instructional Design with iSTEM Certificate |
As mentioned above, MEd in Learning and Instructional Design is a 30 credit hours program. The core curriculum consists of 15 credit hours of work in learning approaches, curriculum, and instructional design, 3 credit hours of thesis or non-thesis work and 12 credit hours from iSTEM Certificate. To see the core courses, scroll down to the Required Courses - Graduate Catalog Descriptions. Graduate School Admission Forms
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| Course | Title | Credit Hours | Description |
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CI 795 |
Change, Creativity and Innovation | 3 | This course will focus on key theories and elements related to organizational change, the creative process, and innovation. Students will develop an understanding of creative thinking processes to explore how those processes can impact change and lead to innovation. |
| CI 880 | Learning Theory & Curriculum Design | 3 | This course will focus on cognitive science relative to how people learn and how instruction is designed to facilitate and optimize learning. Several different theoretical perspectives on learning, cognition, and cognitive development will be explored. By looking at current learning theories, a range of tools will be identified in understanding effective curriculum design for a variety of settings. |
| CI 884 | Inquiry into Instructional Practice: Part 1 | 3 | This course will be an introduction to the procedures commonly used in research and data analysis. Conceptual, procedural and analysis issues from a wide variety of areas will be covered, ranging from the formal research techniques to the approaches used by researchers involved in investigations in "real-life" settings. The course will also include critical analysis of selected published research in your professional area. |
| CI 885 | Inquiry into Instructional Practice: Part 2 | 3 | This course is designed to provide students with the skills necessary to conduct research relevant to their professional practice. The course will include elements of quantitative as well as qualitative data analysis. Students will critically analyze data-based decision making and potential implications for instructional practice. |
| CI 893 | Instructional Leadership: Professionalism and Collaboration | 3 | This course focuses on the role of the instructional leader to facilitate the implementation and sustainability of change necessary to support individual and organizational learning. Candidates will acquire the skills necessary to facilitate, nurture and maintain partnerships. |
* Instructional Design in Professional Practice (IDPP) Certificate is obtained once required 15 hours of graduate coursework is completed.
| Course | Title | Credit Hours | Description |
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| CI 862 | Evidence-Based Inquiry: Capstone Project Proposal | 1-2 | This course will focus on key theories and elements related to organizational change, the creative process, and innovation. Students will develop an understanding of creative thinking processes to explore how those processes can impact change and lead to innovation. |
| CI 863 | Evidence-Based Inquiry: Capstone Project | 3 |
Students complete and present a research-based inquiry proposal as a process for increasing skills as evidence-based practitioners. This formal report is presented to a pre-identified audience describing the results of an inquiry into a knowledge basis relevant to the fields of learning and instruction. Prerequisite: CI 862. |
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| Course | Title | Credit Hours | Description |
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| CI 875 | Master's Thesis | 1-2 |
Students complete and the research proposal accepted by their thesis committee. Students work closely with their adviser and committee. Student received credit for this course when their thesis has been completed and defended. Prerequisite: CI 885, 858 |
| CI 876 | Master's Thesis | 1-2 |
Students complete and orally defend their thesis. Students work closely with their adviser and committee. Students needing an addition semester to satisfy these requirements should enroll in one hour of CI 876. Students received credit for courses when their thesis has been completed and defended. Prerequisite: CI 875 or instructor's consent. |
Advising
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Notify Dr. Mara Alagic (mara.alagic@wichita.edu) and Dr. JaeHwan Byun (jaehwan.byun@wichita.edu) that you intend to seek the Graduate Certificate in IDPP.
- Apply for admission to the Graduate School for the MEd in Learning and Instructional Design. An application for admission form is available at WSU Graduate School
- The Graduate Plan of Study Form and the Application for Degree Form must be submitted no later than the 20th day of the fall or spring semester or the 10th day of the 8-week summer term when certificate completion is anticipated. The completed Plan of Study Form should be submitted to the Graduate Certificate coordinator, Dr. Mara Alagic, who will submit your plan of study to the Graduate School for their approval. These forms are available at WSU Graduate School Application Checklist.
- You are strongly encouraged to submit your plan of study before you complete 12 credit hours toward the Certificate to make certain your plan of study follows the guidelines for the Graduate Certificate.
- Students may not use credit hours transferred from another institution toward graduate certificates.
Admission Requirements
Students seeking graduate certificates must be admitted to Graduate School in a degree program or in non-degree, category A status. All Graduate School policies relative to admissions criteria apply. Students completing the requirements for a Graduate Certificate Program must submit the Graduate Plan of Study form and the Application for Degree Form no later than 20th day of the fall or spring semester or the 10th day of the eight-week summer term when certificate completion is anticipated. A $15 filing fee is required each time a degree card is submitted.
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