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Instructional Design and Distance Learning

Micro Credential

Study Synchronously Online or On Campus: It's Your Choice
(F-1 students are not eligible for Advanced Certificate programs)

Program Overview – Micro‑Credential in Instructional Design and Distance Learning

  • Cutting‑edge micro‑credential program tailored for college graduates and career changers
  • Equips candidates with skills needed for remote and distance learning environments
  • Classes meet once weekly on weekday evenings for working professionals’ convenience
  • Flexible attendance: join on campus or online
  • Focuses on instructional design essentials and learning theories
  • Emphasizes creating engaging, technology‑enhanced online learning experiences
  • Hands‑on, project‑based assignments provide practical experience
  • Real‑time interaction with experienced industry professionals
  • Earn a valuable micro‑credential to enhance resumes and LinkedIn profiles
  • Ideal for recent graduates or those switching careers
  • Prepares candidates to navigate challenges of remote and distance learning effectively

Program Focus Areas

  • Understand fundamentals of instructional design in distance learning contexts
  • Explore various learning theories and their applications for effective remote learning
  • Develop skills in designing asynchronous and synchronous learning activities, assessments, and evaluations
  • Learn to leverage technology and digital tools to create interactive online experiences
  • Examine best practices for communication and engagement in remote learning environments
  • Gain practical experience through project‑based assignments and peer collaboration

Required Courses

EDIN 600

Adult Learning

This course explores adult learning strategies and the latest theories in andragogy. Students learn the framework necessary to meet the needs of learning professionals throughout their career as an instructional designer. The focus of this course includes teaching adults in the digital age, discussing current trends in training materials, as well as identifying the latest theories of teaching adult learners. Student’s design and develop training materials, educational activities, and professional development materials that increase the adult learner’s motivation to learn.
3 Credits

EDIN 623

Foundations of Instructional Design

Teaches students to design instructional activities that are consistent with curriculum goals, based on accepted pedagogy and effective in helping students synthesize information in a meaningful way. Students explore the foundational theories of learning and investigate models of instructional design. The focus is on the process of learning, the instructional plan, the technologies that support this process, and the many ways that teaching and learning effectiveness can be assessed.
3 Credits

EDIN 673

Designing Online Instruction

This course is required for Corporate Track students and can be used as an elective for Certification Students. It teaches instructional design as a creative process that uses a variety of strategies to address the unique needs of learners. To architect highly effective online learning experiences, participants will focus on such topics as project planning, content expertise, communication skills, and current technologies to design relevant learning experiences. Students will synthesize content, evaluate new technologies, and develop learning solutions that best meet the needs of a diverse audience. As a culminating project, students will create, implement and evaluate a short online course about an engaging topic of their choice.
3 Credits

EDIN 690

Internship in Instructional Technology /practical experience in instructional Technology

This project course provides candidates with an opportunity to gain both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Instructional Technology by designing an innovative instructional design project and training within the corporate field. Additionally, students will gain insight into career alternatives, assess their interests and abilities in Instructional Technology, learn to appreciate work and its function, build a record of work experience, and develop communication, interpersonal and other critical skills necessary for job success. A minimum of 160 hours of work is required for successful completion of the course.
Prerequisites: EDIN 600, EDIN 623 and EDIN 673.
3 Credits

Mode of Delivery for IDDL Courses

  • Students may join any class session on campus or online
  • Professors and students interact in real time during class sessions
  • Some students attend in‑person, while others join virtually
  • All sessions are recorded and accessible later for review and reinforcement
  • Enables flexible learning tailored to working professionals’ schedules

Not Ready for a Master’s Degree? Consider a Micro‑Credential!

  • The Micro‑Credential in Instructional Design and Distance Learning offers an introduction to graduate‑level studies in Instructional Technology.

Successfully completing the micro‑credential allows you to:

  • Enroll in the Graduate School of Technology (GST)
  • Apply earned credits toward a Master’s in Instructional Technology
  • Complete only 7 additional courses to earn the full Master’s degree
  • Gain a competitive edge in the job market and build skills to navigate remote and distance learning environments

Ideal for:

  • Recent college graduates entering the instructional design field
  • Career changers exploring new opportunities

Touro GST is here to help you achieve your career goals! For more information, contact payam.bina@touro.edu

Program Director

Masters in Instructional Technology Program Director

Marekh Chikadze
(212) 463-0400 x 55248
marekh.chikadze@touro.edu

3 Times Square
New York, NY 10036

Class Locations

3 Times Square
New York, NY 10036

Computer Labs

3 Times Square
425 (Mac), 214 (Mac)

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