| Degree Program: MEd in Instructional Design |
| Certificate Program: Instructional Technology Design |
Please note: on-campus Instructional Design courses follow a different academic calendar from online courses. The start and end dates for each course are listed in the table below. |
| Cat. No./Title |
Instructor |
Dates |
Location |
Days |
Time |
Cr |
Class No. |
Fee |
Register |
| INSDSG601 Introduction to Instructional Design | L Poklop | Feb 1 - May 7 | Online | - | - | 3 | 24136 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG601:
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.
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Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG601 Introduction to Instructional Design | J Buckley | Jan 28 - May 6 | H-LL-019
Healey Library - Lower Level - Room 019
| Th | 7:30 - 9:45p | 3 | 24137 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG601:
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.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 614 and 640.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG602 The Adult as Learner | C McGarry | Jan 28 - May 6 | H-LL-019
Healey Library - Lower Level - Room 019
| Th | 5-7:20p | 3 | 24142 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG602:
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.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG604 Communication Theory for Organizations | W Braun | Jan 26 - May 11 | H-LL-3501
Healey Library - Lower Level - Room 3501
| Tu | 7:30 - 9:45p | 3 | 24143 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG604:
This course focuses on the study of communication as applied to instruction design and on theories of media communication. It covers audience variables, systems of media analysis, message structure, environmental factors, and the integration of these elements into an efficient communication model.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 or permission of instructor.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG605 Production of Media Materials | G Shwalb | Feb 1 - May 7 | Online | - | - | 3 | 24138 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG605:
This course provides a systematic survey of a variety of media formats including visual displays, audio and visual presentations. Aspects of theory include psychological principles and research on media as a teaching mode. Students have the opportunity of applying knowledge and skills to selected areas of media production, especially as they provide solutions to instructional problems.
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Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG616 Production of Computer-Based Training | F Keefe | Feb 1 - May 7 | Online | - | - | 3 | 24139 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG616:
A basic course in developing computer-based presentation programs. Through such programs as Hypercard and Powerpoint, students are introduced to state-of-the-art CBT development software. The course addresses user interface design; the execution of common instructional strategies employed in training products; techniques of graphics production (scanners, clip art, and paint programs) and sound production techniques (Macrecorder and Macintalk); and introductory scripting in HyperTalk. The course is project-based: students work in teams to design, make prototypes, and produce simple CBT or multimedia programs.
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Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG618 Assessment in the Instructional Design Process | L Andrews | Jan 26 - May 11 | H-LL-3501
Healey Library - Lower Level - Room 3501
| Tu | 5-7:20p | 3 | 24144 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG618:
This course examines assessment in all phases of the instructional design process, including needs analysis and the various stages of formative and summative evaluation. Topics include various types of data, techniques for data gathering, the construction of questionnaires, a hands-on review of computer programs, and characteristic issues in the analysis and interpretation of assessment. The course also offers practical experience in the use of representative measures and applications.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 and Graduate Dgree Sudent.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG619 Design and Instruction of Online Courses | L Beith | Feb 1 - May 7 | Online | - | - | 3 | 24140 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG619:
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.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 or permission of instructor.
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Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG622 Curriculum Development for Organizations | D Nerboso | Jan 26 - May 11 | H-LL-019
Healey Library - Lower Level - Room 019
| Tu | 5-7:20p | 3 | 24145 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG622:
In this course, students learn to develop curriculum used in organizations according to principles of instructional design. Students research and write a complete instructor manual/lesson plan and accompanying student folder/manual on a selected training topic. Curriculum development topics include: writing course goals and performance objectives; testing mechanism; complete lesson plan content; instructional methodologies and strategies such as role plays, group activities, case studies; creating original materials such as student handouts, prepared flipcharts, PowerPoint slide presentations, or other media as needed; equipment and technology; curriculum standards; and evaluation strategy.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 and 602.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG640 Planning and Design of Educational Multimedia Programs | C Manning | Jan 26 - May 11 | H-LL-016
Healey Library - Lower Level - Room 016
| Tu | 7:30-9:45p | 3 | 24146 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG640:
This course helps students become familiar with the current uses of the video disk and other multimedia, as well as with such delivery platforms for multimedia as SonyViewSystem, IBM M-motion, IBM’s DVI, Philips CDI, and with the planning, budgeting, and logistics of video production. Participants learn the range of authoring tools that exist for these systems and their relative advantages. They apply principles of instructional and courseware design and study the practical considerations involved in the production of visual media, as well as writing a design proposal and a multimedia project budget. Using this general design document, students produce specifications for the video, computer program flow, graphic screens, video disk layout, and other effects that translate the original instructional design into a usable program. They also achieve basic proficiency in the use of a popular project management software program.
Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 or permission of instructor.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG655 Project in Multimedia | L Beith | Feb 1 - May 7 | Online | - | - | 3 | 24141 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG655:
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 and Graduate Degree Student.
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Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG690 Capstone Seminar | D Nerboso | Jan 25 - May 12 | Boston | by arrgt | by arrgt | 3 | 24147 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG690:
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: Requires department permission.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
| INSDSG696 Independent Study | Staff | Jan 25 - May 12 | Boston | by arrgt | by arrgt | 3-6 | 24148 | $TBA | |
Description for INSDSG696:
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: Requires department permission.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3-6
Fee:
Course Fee: $TBA
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $TBA |
| INSDSG698 Internship | Staff | Jan 25 - May 12 | Boston | by arrgt | by arrgt | 3 | 24149 | $1335 | |
Description for INSDSG698:
The internship is a culminating experience in which the student assumes responsibility for an instructional design and technology project. The student works under the guidance and supervision of both the instructor and the organization for which the project is to be done.
Prerequisite: Requires department permission.
Academic Information:
Credits: 3
Fee:
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total: $1335 |
