The Department of Instructional Technologies offers graduate study leading to the Master of Arts in Education. The program is directed toward the education of professionals in the design and production of instructional programs and materials. The overall goal of the program is to enable students to learn how to plan, develop, and manage effective instructional programs. Using instructional systems principles, students learn the fundamentals of computer-based and media-based instruction, instructional video, and the evaluation of training and educational programs.

The Program emphasizes the instructional systems approach, practical design experience, and project-based courses. During their studies, students develop a portfolio which might include instructional computing software, instructional print materials, video and multimedia (interactive video) programs.

The goal of the Department of Instructional Technologies is to imbue students with a comprehensive understanding of learning theories, as well as their pedagogical frameworks, so that they may effectively use multimedia applications to improve teaching, learning and performance. ITEC students come from diverse backgrounds, but all share a keen interest in designing instruction that will improve knowledge. Students will often work collaboratively on problem-based projects, thus mutual respect and teamwork are cornerstones of our program.