| Degree Program: MEd in Instructional Design |
| Certificate Program: Instructional Technology Design |
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INSDSG601 Introduction to Instructional DesignDescription: This course provides an introduction to the cognitive and experiential content of the program, emphasizing the components of the instructional design model. Various instruction design models are analyzed and students are expected to complete, as a final project a learning module micro-design. | M Hopper | Sep 4-Dec 11 | H-4-0031
Healey Library - 4th Floor - Room 0031
| Th | 7:30 - 9:45p | 3 | 12542 | $1230 | |
INSDSG601 Introduction to Instructional DesignDescription: This course provides an introduction to the cognitive and experiential content of the program, emphasizing the components of the instructional design model. Various instruction design models are analyzed and students are expected to complete, as a final project a learning module micro-design.
Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information. | L Poklop | Sep 8-Dec 5 | Online | - | - | 3 | 12543 | $1390 | |
INSDSG602 The Adult as LearnerDescription: Students are introduced to the body of knowledge concerning adults as learners. This course focuses on the principles of adult education, learning styles, variables that affect adult learning, motivation techniques, appropriate training methodologies, reinforcement of learning, skill transfer, and measurement procedures for identifying learner characteristics. | C McGarry | Sep 4-Dec 11 | H-4-0031
Healey Library - 4th Floor - Room 0031
| Th | 5-7:20p | 3 | 12544 | $1230 | |
| INSDSG605 Production of Media Materials | G Shwalb | Sep 8-Dec 5 | Online | - | - | 3 | 12546 | $1390 | |
INSDSG608 Information Design and Visual LiteracyDescription: In this course, students explore the principles of visual literacy and apply them to a variety of instances in instructional design, instructional technology, and information presentation. Topics include the theoretical foundations of visual learning, the role of perception in communication and learning, verbal and visual communication, and visual and information design.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601. | D Screnci | Sep 2-Dec 9 | H-LL-0019
Healey Library - Lower Level - Room 0019
| Tu | 7:30 - 9:45p | 3 | 12547 | $1230 | |
INSDSG614 Writing for the Business ProfessionalDescription: This course is designed to help participants develop effective writing. It provides both analysis of written documents and a theoretical review of professional writing techniques. Assignments emphasize the writing tasks typically required of training and development specialists in any organization. They include the design, assessment, marketing, and evaluation of instruction. Participants develop the skills for effective communication with those outside the organization, and those at all levels within it.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 and graduate degree student.
Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information. | L Andrews | Sep 8-Dec 5 | Online | - | - | 3 | 12548 | $1390 | |
INSDSG616 Production of Computer-Based TrainingDescription: This is a basic course in developing computer-based training programs. The course addresses user interface design, the execution of common instructional strategies employed in training products, as well as techniques of graphics and sound production. The course is project-based: students work in teams to design, make prototypes, and produce CBT/multimedia programs.
Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information. | F Keefe | Sep 8-Dec 5 | Online | - | - | 3 | 12549 | $1390 | |
INSDSG618 Assessment in the Instructional Design ProcessDescription: This course provides a comprehensive overview of the needs assessment process, including data gathering, analysis techniques and tools, extant data collection, planning and managing the assessment, the role of technology, job and task analysis, observation and interviewing practices, working with subject matter experts, and properly documenting all aspects of sssessment in the instructional design process.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 and graduate degree student.
Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information. | L Andrews | Sep 8-Dec 5 | Online | - | - | 3 | 12550 | $1390 | |
INSDSG619 Design and Instruction of Online CoursesDescription: This course is for instructors, teachers, trainers, or instructional designers who want to explore the critical success factors in designing and delivering online instruction. Through readings, discussion, and various activities, we will examine the pedagogical implications of technology-mediated learning, the dynamics of the virtual classroom, the elements of effective online course design, as well as the tools and technologies available to create and deliver online instruction design, and to assess student performance. Through group-based and individual project work, we will design and create online lessons. This course will use a range of interactive and collaborative instructional techniques in an effort to provide current or potential online instructors rich firsthand experience of what it is like to be a student learning in an online environment.
Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information. | B Myers | Sep 8-Dec 5 | Online | - | - | 3 | 12551 | $1390 | |
INSDSG630 Managing The Training FunctionDescription: This course focuses on the requirements for successfully managing an organization’s training function. Areas of concentration include building a training department, managing change and stress, delegating, communicating performance expectations, winning management support, and long range planning. Classes include small and large group instruction, video, participatory exercises, and case studies.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 and graduate degree student. | D Nerboso | Sep 2-Dec 9 | H-LL-0019
Healey Library - Lower Level - Room 0019
| Tu | 5-7:20p | 3 | 12554 | $1230 | |
INSDSG650 Assessment of Educational TechnologiesDescription: This course brings the students’ practical experience in computers and multimedia together with the issues of how these technologies get used in the training room. Specifically, students will examine the formative evaluation process for technology-based programs in corporate training programs. By obtaining feedback from representatives of the target audience in the early stages of a product’s development, the developer can assure that the courseware meets its stated goals while staying within budget. Formative evaluation plans are now a requirement by most funding sources and corporations. Students will learn these assessment procedures and apply them in a project based on a real-world application.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 and graduate degree student.
Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information. | L Beith | Sep 8-Dec 5 | Online | - | - | 3 | 12556 | $1390 | |
INSDSG655 Project in MultimediaDescription: Students work with UMass Boston faculty, teachers in cooperating schools, or sponsoring corporations to make a prototype multimedia application or to produce a planning document for multimedia implementation in the client organization. Students may participate in projects pre-arranged by the instructional technology staff or may generate their own, working individually or in a team.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601and 617 & graduate degree student.
Click here for video introduction, instructor, books and other information. | M Hopper | Sep 8-Dec 5 | Online | - | - | 3 | 12557 | $1390 | |
INSDSG690 Capstone SeminarDescription: The course provides guidance and a structured environment in which students develop advanced instructional design skill in the context of their capstone project. Based on the nature and complexity of the students’ projects, the course deals with such topics as: component display analysis; needs assessment data, analysis and reporting techniques; cognitive flexibility theory; competencies modeling; and self-directed/ learner-centered strategies. Students who have completed eight or more requirements for the Instructional Design MEd should enroll in this course.
Prerequisite: Permission of department. Please contact instructionaldesign@umb.edu. | D Nerboso | Sep 2-Dec 12 | Harbor | by arrgt | by arrgt | 3 | 12559 | $1230 | |
INSDSG696 Independent StudyDescription: The comprehensive study of a particular topic or area in instructional design, as determined by the needs of the individual student. The student works under the guidance and supervision of the instructor.
Prerequisite: Permission of department. Please contact instructionaldesign@umb.edu. | Staff | Sep 2-Dec 12 | Harbor | by arrgt | by arrgt | 3-6 | 12560 | $TBA | |
| INSDSG698 Internship | Staff | Sep 2-Dec 12 | Harbor | by arrgt | by arrgt | 3-6 | 12563 | $TBA | |