Online Learning Design and Technology Graduate Program
Earn your M.Ed. in Learning Design and Technology with instructional design specialization from the nationally ranked, online program at Loyola. Whether you are looking to advance in your current role or transition to a new field, you will graduate equipped to be a learning innovator with expertise in instructional design.
Program Overview
- Credits: 36
- 100% online
- Start in fall, spring, or summer
- Part-time
- Finish in as little as 7 semesters*
About the Learning Design and Technology Program
Learning Design and Technology graduate courses are taught in a completely online format. Classes are 8 weeks, combining self-paced learning with virtual class meetings. Students can start in the fall or spring.
The Master of Education in Learning Design and Technology program connects learning science with practical skills that employers value across traditional classrooms, corporate environments, and digital platforms. Grounded in theory and practical application, you will learn to design, develop, and evaluate instructional materials that address diverse learner needs and support meaningful outcomes.
Learn more about the overall curriculum and course of study in the Graduate Catalog.
Apply to Loyola’s Learning Design and Technology Program
Join Loyola’s nationally ranked, fully online Learning Design and Technology program.
- Bachelor's degree
- Official transcripts
- Optional resume
- $60 application fee (waived when you attend a virtual information session)
Note: International applicants are eligible to complete this program entirely online from outside the United States. A Form I-20/F-1 Visa cannot be issued for this program.
Loyola offers various opportunities for financial aid, including Merit Scholarships, Ignatius Grant Awards, and Graduate Assistantships.
Who the Program Is For
The Learning Design and Technology program is designed for professionals from a range of education and learning-focused backgrounds, including:
- Classroom teachers
- Specialist and elective teachers
- Higher education and community college professionals
- Instructional support and coaching roles
- School and district administration
- Adjacent PreK–12 entity professionals
- Corporate and non-profit learning and development professionals
- Educators who want to transition into another career
- And more!
Program Advantages
- AI-Powered Learning Design: Throughout the program, you’ll master artificial intelligence (AI) integration while maintaining a human-centered approach. You will also navigate data privacy, algorithmic bias, and digital equity with confidence through our ethics-first technology framework.
- Proven Pedagogical Foundation: Through Loyola's distinctive Ignatian reflection method, you will connect theory to practice, ensuring your learning translates directly to professional impact.
- Real-World Application: During your capstone internship, you’ll lead actual technology initiatives rather than theoretical projects. You will graduate ready to design learning programs that deliver measurable outcomes and implement educational technologies ethically across diverse environments.
- Career-Ready Skills: You’ll address varied learning needs in traditional and digital settings while positioning yourself to lead instructional innovation in schools, universities, non-profits, or corporate training environments.
- Flexibility: Our fully online program allows you to study when and where it works best for you. The flexibility helps working professionals and those with family or personal commitments balance their education with everyday life.
- Accessibility: Course materials are designed to be accessible and can be reached from anywhere with an internet connection.
- Small Classes: With class sizes averaging 12-18 students, you’ll enjoy meaningful discussions and a supportive learning community where faculty and peers are invested in your success.
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"The Educational Technology program at Loyola gave me the tools to be a better teacher and leader"
Julia Goffredi, M.Ed. ’20
[The program] was a space where we were asked to reflect deeply on our work and the role technology plays in shaping access and opportunity. That kind of ethical grounding, paired with a forward-thinking approach to educational tools, made the experience distinctive and lasting.
Mariana Carrillo Obregon, M.Ed. ’26
Through my technology initiative in my internship, I witnessed how I can propose a new project that can bring a positive change in my community. I was able to use technology to create authentic learning experiences which made me witness my students joy and love for their learning. This helped me to step out of my comfort zone to assume a new leadership role that helped me collaborate, communicate, and learn from my colleagues and myself.
Andrew Beiglarbeigie, M.Ed. ’26
No matter how old I get, no matter how much experience I attain, no matter how much I read up on a subject, there is always more to learn from my experiences and from others. A key take away I had from all my courses at Loyola is the importance of reflection. After every assignment I worked on, after every lesson I taught, after every conversation I had with my coworkers or students, it is always important to reflect what worked, what didn’t work, and how can I improve. This mind shift has given me the opportunity to think critically about my teaching style, my work ethics, and who I am as a person.
Nia Wilkes, M.Ed. ’16
Because of my degree, my principal created an instructional technology position for me at my school. I’m so thankful for my experience at Loyola. I’m more knowledgeable, more confident, and a leader among my peers. I’ve made lasting friendships and professional connections.
5 Things You'll Learn in Loyola's Learning Design & Technology Program
Why and how to integrate new technologies and tools
How to upgrade and improve the learner-centeredness of your classroom
How to use technology to engage your students in unique, innovative, and equitable ways
How to network and connect with teachers and educators nationally and globally
How to improve your teaching practices and lead others to do the same
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the specialization in instructional design, graduates will be prepared to pursue careers as...