Create transformative learning in a digital world
Developing engaged and authentic learning experiences using the latest technology is an increasing need in our world. Earning a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology from Mercer University equips you to use instructional design approaches in a variety of workplace, educational, and training contexts.
The master’s degree in instructional design and technology provides a comprehensive curriculum focused on core instructional design principles that can be applied across disciplines. Whether you are working in a human resource office or a classroom, serving in a hospital or a military facility, the tools of instructional design impact your industry. The master’s in instructional design and technology degree program provides the flexibility to leverage your existing expertise while integrating and applying new technologies and research-driven practices.
As you complete the instructional design master’s degree online, you will benefit from the modeling of instructional design practices in a flexible, asynchronous online format taught by experienced practitioners in the discipline. Mercer offers the opportunity to earn an advanced master’s degree in instructional design and technology while maintaining a work-life balance.
Format: Online • Start Terms: January, May, August • Application Deadlines: January 1, May 1, and August 1 • Course Length: 8 weeks • Completion Time: 12-14 months |
How will an advanced instructional design degree impact your career?
When you complete the instructional design master’s degree online program at Mercer University, you will have the skills and knowledge to pursue instructional designer jobs in the field such as:
- Instructional coordinator
- Instructional designer
- Instructional technologist / educational technologist
- Training and development specialist
- Training and development manager
The need for these positions is expected to increase in the next decade with an estimated 2,800 new positions in Georgia and an additional 20,000+ positions across the U.S.
Completion of the master’s degree in instructional design program will equip you to:
- Explain the conditions and processes through which learning occurs and distinguish the
unique needs of individual learners - Connect the theoretical foundations of instructional design, learning theory, and cognitive science to practical application
- Design instructional products that are accessible, learner-centered, and reflect best practices of the field
- Demonstrate the ability to evaluate, use, and integrate instructional environments and technologies for meaningful learning experiences
- Apply research-based standards and evaluative practices for continuous improvement
- Apply a care-focused approach in design and development decisions by advocating for responsible digital citizenship, modeling inclusive technology, and promoting culturally responsive and accessible practices in design
- Demonstrate human-centered, collaborative, and reflective approaches in leading instructional design systems and initiatives
Learn more about the master’s degree in instructional design
Meet Our Faculty
Mercer’s Tift College of Education is supported by faculty and staff who devote themselves to preparing students to become transforming educators within their communities and throughout the world.
Improve students’ educational experience with the M.S. in Instructional Design
Schedule your personalized admissions appointment or contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at 678.547.6084 or MercerEducation@mercer.edu to learn more.