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Accreditation
American InterContinental University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associates, Bachelors and Masters Degrees.
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology
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M.Ed. students pursuing the concentration in Instructional Technology will learn to integrate the use of various instructional media and technologies for learning, including classroom presentation tools, computer-based and network-based instructional systems.
They will also gain an understanding of how to identify and take advantage of unique opportunities and challenges involved in the organization, development, and delivery of a distance learning program. Graduates will have acquired knowledge necessary to provide leadership in the application of new technologies in modern education.
The courses required to complete the Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology include:
- Instructional Technology
This course explores instructional technology including definition and components of design and development. The use of technology in the classroom as well as distance learning is covered.
- Computer-Mediated Learning Environments
The course examines the use of computer-mediated learning environments in classroom, lab and distributed learning contexts. Students will work on specific projects related to their field of practice, creating computer-based instructional materials reflecting problem definition, learner analysis, objectives specification, criterion tests, construction, strategies selection, formative validation, and evaluation.
- Online Learning: Theory and Practice
This course explores the organization, development, and delivery of distance learning programs. By the end of the course, students will have an electronic portfolio of their work and be prepared to assume leadership roles within their specific contexts related to technology.
- Analysis, Assessment, and Technology
Students are introduced to applied quantitative and qualitative educational research methods in context of the practitioner's educational environment. Emphasis is placed on the use of technology in assessment practices.
- Educational Research Methods
This course focuses on educational research methods for the teaching practitioner. Students will design, conduct, and present an applied educational research project.
- Applying Learning Theories
Students will explore learning theories, such as cognitive, behavorist, social, developmental, and adult learning theories, as well as the research regarding transfer of learning in various domains. Students will apply these concepts in their respective fields by utilizing the practical instructional strategies based on these theories.
- Curriculum Design and Evaluation
This course examines the development of comprehensive educational curricula and/or development programs. Students will perform all phases of curricular design tied to their area of professional practice.
- Principles of Instructional Design
Course includes strategies for development of objectives, taxonomy classification schemes, content analysis procedures, and instructional strategy selection, as well as adaptation and adoption of available resources.
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Education Resources
Earn Your Degree Online
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
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Address:
5550 Prairie Stone Parkway Suite 400
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
US
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Delivery Format:
Our virtual campus provides students with a rich learning environment. Classes are delivered in a multi-media format. You'll have access to the Virtual campus 24 hours a day whether you choose to pursue your studies while traveling, at work, or at home.
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Technical Requirements:
AIU Online can check your computer remotely to ensure you have all the plug-ins needed.
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Geographic Restrictions:
None.
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On-Campus Requirement:
None.
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Calendar Type:
Programs begin every 5 weeks.
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