Accelerated Online Master’s in Instructional Technology, MA

Essential Skills & Insights

Coursework in this accelerated online Master’s in Instructional Technology program is designed to prepare you with real-world skills optimizing today’s tools and platforms and planning for tomorrow’s emerging technology to support learning in classrooms, training environments, and organizations. You will develop the expertise to design engaging learning experiences, integrate the latest tools, learner assessment and learning evaluation.

What You’ll Learn:

• Career-Related Skills: Build a strong foundation in instructional systems design, student engagement, assessment and evaluation, and data-driven decision-making—skills that transfer across classrooms, higher education, and corporate learning environments.
• Innovative Leadership: Develop as a leader, effective communicator, and change agent who can guide instructional technology integration and inspire innovation in educational settings.
• Industry Standard Tools: Gain proficiency with the latest platforms and applications that support collaboration, multimedia learning, and digital content creation—preparing you to meet the needs of today’s learners.
• AI and Emerging EdTech: Explore how artificial intelligence, adaptive learning platforms, and advanced analytics are reshaping education. You’ll practice applying these tools to personalize instruction, streamline administrative tasks, and drive smarter decision-making.

AI-Powered Learning, Real-World Impact

Our accelerated online programs integrate opportunities to engage with Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a powerful tool for learning and career preparation. Students apply AI in ways that build authentic skills and mirror how businesses are leveraging it across industries. We emphasize ethical and responsible use, ensuring that students develop the judgment to apply AI appropriately. This approach helps graduates enter the workforce with both technical knowledge and a clear understanding of AI’s role in their discipline.

Careers in Instructional Technology

As technology continues to transform how people learn at every level—K–12, higher education, and corporate training—the demand for skilled instructional technology leaders is growing. A Master’s in Instructional Technology prepares graduates for roles where they design, implement, and evaluate learning systems that meet the needs of today’s digital-first learners.

• Instructional Designer — Median salary: $85,240
  Design and develop learning experiences that integrate multimedia, online tools, and instructional design theory. Instructional Designers work across education, government, and corporate sectors to build engaging, effective training programs.
• Educational Technology Specialist — Median salary: $79,640
  Support schools and universities in adopting and integrating new learning technologies. Specialists often train faculty, evaluate edtech tools, and guide strategic decisions to improve teaching and learning.
• Director of Learning and Development — Median salary: $120,000+
  Lead organizational training strategy by overseeing instructional design teams, implementing technology-driven solutions, and ensuring that learning initiatives align with business or institutional goals.

Admissions Requirements

For admission to your Accelerated Online MA in Instructional Technology, simply complete the 2 step application process.

1. Complete the Graduate Admissions Online Application by visiting my.lindenwood.edu/register
2. Request official transcripts from your undergraduate institution(s) showing a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
   
   Only transcripts with the final degree posted are required if you attended multiple institutions.
   
   Request your official transcript to be sent directly to Lindenwood University Accelerated Online via one of the methods below:
   • Electronically to: [email protected]
   • By Mail to:
     Office of Admissions
     Lindenwood University Accelerated Online
     8205 S Priest Dr #11480
     Tempe, AZ 85284
   • By Fax to: 480-393-1826

Curriculum Overview

Lindenwood University’s accelerated online Master of Arts (MA) in Instructional Technology at is designed for educators and professionals who want to reimagine learning for the digital age. This program blends theory, research, and hands-on practice to prepare you to design, implement, and evaluate technology-driven learning experiences that inspire innovation and improve outcomes.

You’ll learn from experienced faculty while building real-world skills with the same tools and platforms used in today’s schools, organizations, and training environments. By graduation, you’ll be ready to lead instructional innovation in classrooms, districts, corporations, and beyond.

Major Coursework – 12 Credit Hours

Innovation Mindset

This course examines the role of innovation in education as a theory and a practice. Students will incorporate new educational technology tools into their learning through projects designed to foster innovative thinking and a growth mindset.

Analysis of Teaching and Learning Behavior

This course is designed to enable the educator to analyze/diagnose, prescribe, and evaluate ways to improve teacher and learner behavior. Various methods of analyzing teacher behavior are studied and applied. Emphasis is also given to developing the ability to analyze and prescribe programs for individual learners.

Conceptualization of Education

This course is designed to provide an overview of education from historical, philosophical, and sociological perspectives. Students will expand on their understanding of contemporary education through an investigation of the changing role of educators in current social, political, and economic times using current peer reviewed articles and other open educational resources (OER).

Educational Research

This course is designed to engage practitioners in the collection, evaluation, and interpretation of educational research for use in a variety of educational practices. The student will investigate the basis of educational research, along with pertinent methods of data collection and analysis of both quantitative and qualitative research results. Emphasis will be placed on research problems, designs, and findings in the student’s selected area of concentration. Students will be expected to demonstrate their ability to narrow a research topic, complete accepted scholarly search strategies, identify and synthesize research articles, and correctly format a literature review using established APA guidelines.

Instructional Technology Coursework – 18 Credit Hours

Theory and Practice

This course will examine the theoretical foundations of using technology to enhance instruction in various contexts. It will present a model for integrating technology, from inception to execution, and explore designing for authentic audiences and user experience.

Transforming Learning with Technology

This course will introduce tools and pedagogy related to utilizing and applying various technologies in innovative ways for teaching and learning.

Digital/Visual Literacy & Instructional Media

This course will focus on the necessity of digital and visual literacy skills, intentional messaging for both creators and consumers, as well as using media for instruction.

Engaging and Assessing Students in Virtual Environments

This course will provide resources and methodology focusing on engagement and assessment of learning online. Students will use the features of multiple platforms to effectively promote whole class, small group, and individual interactions. They will learn how to identify and skillfully manage instructional resources to foster learning.

Emerging Instructional Technologies

This course will investigate and evaluate new and emerging technologies for instructional purposes. Course content will vary.

Instructional Technology Capstone

This course will serve as a culminating experience for the instructional technology program. Students will apply their learning to create a project-based learning site that synthesizes theory, practice, and resources.

Technology Requirements

Throughout your studies, you will work with the same tools and platforms professionals use every day giving you practical, hands-on experience with current technology.

What You’ll Need

• A personal computer that meets minimum standards for graphics, processing, and storage
• Ability to install and run specialized software and development tools used in your courses if needed
• Reliable internet access to support downloads, updates, and online collaboration

You will receive a detailed list of required software, platforms, and setup instructions during Student Orientation and in each course. These resources are updated regularly so you’re always working with current industry tools.

Program Length Details

Lindenwood University’s (LU) accelerated online programs offer you choice and flexibility to support your education journey. Time to complete a master’s degree can vary based on course load, transfer credits, and individual pacing. You will tailor a course schedule that keeps you in the driver’s seat

• Transfer Credit: LU allows 9 transfer credits toward a master’s degree and you can complete your degree in as few as 21 credits.
• Accelerated Courses: LU accelerated online programs offer 10 5-week terms per year. By enrolling in two courses per term, you can potentially begin and complete your master’s degree in 7 months.
• Frequent Start Dates: LU offers multiple start dates throughout the year so you can begin your studies when you are ready allowing you to graduate sooner.
• Personalized Degree Plan: LU academic advisors will work with you to tailor your degree plan to support your education goals while balancing your personal and professional responsibilities.