Learning Sciences, MEd

Program Description

The Master of Education in Learning Sciences is a 30-credit hour program consisting of ten courses that can be completed in five semesters. This is a completely online program that includes coursework in research concepts and skills, learning theory, human learning and assessment, instructional design of digital learning environments, and effective online teaching and learning. Degree seekers take six core courses and select a four-course cognate options in either Instructional Design or Effective Online Teaching.

Summary of Degree Requirements

This program requires completion of a minimum of 30 hours of coursework (core courses and cognate courses). The completion of and demonstration of other academic and professional competencies (e.g., scholarly writing and presentation) are required as well.

Coursework

Core Coursework-18 Credits

• EDF 8040 - Adult Learning and Development in Context  
• EDF 8070 - Foundations of Instructional Design  
• EDF 8090 - Assessment of Learning  
• EDF 8110 - Foundations of Learning Sciences  
• EDF 8120 - Design of Equitable Digital Learning Environments  
• HRD 8800 - Research Concepts and Skills  

Cognate Coursework-12 Credits

Instructional Design Cognate

• EDF 8180 - Cognitive Approaches to Instructional Design  
• EDF 8230 - Online Instructional Design and Assessment  
• HRD 8450 - Human Resource Development Learning Analytics  
• HRD 8470 - Instructional Systems Design  

Effective Online Instruction Cognate

• EDF 8200 - Effective Online Teaching  
• EDF 8210 - Online Course Management  
• EDF 8220 - Web Tools to Enhance Online Engagement  
• EDF 8230 - Online Instructional Design and Assessment  

Outcomes, Learning Objectives, and Graduation Requirements

The goals of the Learning Sciences MEd program are to prepare individuals who seek practical and theoretical training as educators, research scientists, trainers, and practitioners in professional, non-profit, and academic settings. Graduates may pursue employment in K-12 or higher education, the military, government, school administration, human resources, or corporate trainers. 

To earn a Master of Education in Learning Sciences degree, students must complete all 30 hours of required coursework.

Students in the Master of Learning Sciences program must:

• Demonstrate the ability to generate approaches to human learning in a variety of contexts, such as formal or informal, academic, social, corporate, or online or offline settings;
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate innovative human learning experiences; and
• Evaluate the factors (e.g., individual, social, design) that foster or impede learning.