Master of Science in Instructional Technology and Distance Education
37 Credits - 3.80 GPA

Distance learning is more than just an alternative medium for face-to face classroom instruction. It is an essential component in making education accessible to those who would not otherwise be able to attend college in the traditional sense. Distance learning makes it possible for learners, both young and old, to pursue their educational goals without the constraints of mandatory classroom attendance.

There are strategic differences between online and classroom learning. Both have their benefits and limitations, and while some learners are not suited for the self- directed pace of distance education, others thrive in this environment, while still others prefer a hybrid approach to learning, a combination of face to face instruction with an online component.

I have personally benefited from online learning environments and firmly believe that the full potential of this delivery method, because it struggles to keep up with the brisk pace of ever-evolving technology, has yet to be realized.

While attending Nova, I:

  • Was About 50 years old
  • Spent about 60% of my time at work in ITDE-related activities
  • Worked in an Education Institution, and
  • Worked in a training organization, government organization, and as a consultant
Leadership and Distance Education

ITDE 7001: Foundations of Leadership and Management (3 credits) - Dr. Tom Geismar: Syllabus
An introduction to past and present models of leadership. Major topics included the current context for leadership, personal leadership styles, leadership in the workplace and learning organization, and leadership in practice. Grade Received: A-.

ITDE 7007: Foundations of Distance Education (3 credits) - Dr. Mike Simonson: Syllabus
An introduction to distance education. Major topics included the historical, theoretical, and philosophical foundations of distance education; an overview of distance education technologies; and an examination of effective techniques for teaching and learning within a distance education system. Grade Received: A.

Winter 2002 Institute
March 9- 12, 2002: Research Seminar - Dr. Mike Simonson

Research, Measurement and Evaluation

ITDE 7003: Principles and Practices of Research in Instructional Technology and Distance Education(3 credits) Dr. James Pann: Syllabus.
Major topics included research procedures appropriate for professionals in instructional technology and distance education, the research process, practical applications of research, research paradigms, statistics, data analysis techniques. Grade Received: A..

ITDE 7004: Measurement and Evaluation (2 credits) Dr. James Pann: Syllabus.
Major topics included problems encountered in establishing validity and reliability, testing and measurement, evaluation techniques, and assessment. Grade Received: A.

Media and Technology

ITDE 7005: Instructional Media (3 Credits) : Syllabus

An introduction to the effective use of instructional media. Major topics included planning for instructional media use; visual communication; audio and motion media; computers as tools for learning; and evaluating the effectiveness of instructional media. Grade Received: A.

ITDE 7006: Foundations of Instructional Technology (4 Credits): Syllabus

An introduction to instructional technology. Major topics included the historical, theoretical, and philosophical foundations of instructional technology; the literature of instructional technology; and an examination of the status of instructional technology. Grade Received: A.

Summer Institute I - 2002 Instructional Media & Technology
Charles Schlosser July 13 -18, 2002 Red Team

Instructional Design

Fall 2002 Institute
October 19-22, 2002

  • October 19 - Instructional Design, Dr. Atsusi Hirumi
  • October 20 - Instructional Design, Dr. Atsusi Hirumi
  • October 21 - Instructional Design, Dr. Atsusi Hirumi
  • October 22 - Applied Research Seminar - Dr. Todd Curliss

ITDE 8001: Introduction to Instructional Design (3 credits) Dr. Atsusi Hirumi: Syllabus
An introduction to the systematic design of instruction. Major topics include the assessment and analysis of , performance improvement, the systematic design of instructional materials and events, and the formative and summative evaluation of instructional materials. Grade Received: B+.

ITDE 8002: Instructional Development and Delivery (2 credits) Dr. Atsusi Hirumi: Syllabus
This was an advanced course in the utilization of technology in instruction. Major topics included the assessment and development of instructional strategies, the integration of instructional technologies, tactics for instructional media selection, and the formative and summative evaluation of instructional technology utilization. Grade Received: B+.

Research and Evaluation II

ITDE 8003: Research Methods, Design, and Analysis (3 credits): Syllabus.
Major topics included research methodologies, research design, data analysis, review of varied approaches to educational research, organization and presentation of data, and application of research to work related problems. Grade Received: A.

ITDE 8004: Seminar in Research Policies and Practices (2 credits): Syllabus.
Major topics included critical policies, trends, and ethical issues related to research; investigation of effective, empirically based research; and policy-to-practice issues.rade Received: A.

Summer Institute 2003- Video- Changes in Learning

Technology Trends and Issues

EDD 8119: Contemporary Topics in ITDE (3 credits) Dr. Anymir Orellana: Syllabus

Policy issues related to technology implementation and utilization were studied in this course. The role of the distance education and technology leader was examined using video based case studies. Special emphasis was on the practice of ITDE, and how the field is defined in a changing educational and training environment. Research related to barriers to the integration and adoption of instructional technology and distance education was analyzed and applied to the workplace. Grade Received: B.

EDD 8123: Advanced Applications in ITDE (3 Credits) Dr. Mike Simonson: Syllabus

This course dealt with the examination of large scale distance education projects, including statewide technology and distance education initiatives, and corporate online training programs. Special attention was directed towards the changed roles of students, teachers and the curriculum. Virtual schools and virtual training were studied. The study of leadership for online learning was included in this course. Technologies for distance education were examined with special emphasis on the use of video for virtual instruction. Grade Received: A.

Capstone

EDD 6000 - Reflective Portfolio (3 Credits) Dr. Mike Simonson: Syllabus.