Instructional Technology
Technology-Driven Learning Design, Innovation, and Research
The Instructional Technology (EDIT) programs prepare professionals with the knowledge and skills to design, implement, and study technology-enhanced learning in educational and organizational settings. Graduates serve as change agents, applying research-informed design processes and digital technologies to address complex learning and performance challenges.
| Learning Model | Credit Hours* | Start Semester | |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Ed. | Online | 36 | Any |
| Online Ed.D. | Online | 93 | Fall of odd-numbered years |
| Residential Ed.D. | Face-to-Face | 93 | Any |
| Graduate Certificate | Online | 15 | Any |
*Allowable Transfer Hours (at advisor's discretion):
- Master’s - up to 6 hours
- Doctorate - up to 30 hours
- Students typically transfer 30 hours from a qualifying Master’s program, resulting in 63 hours of required coursework.
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M.Ed., Certificate
Apply any time!
Residential Ed.D.
Spring Application Deadline Nov 1
Fall Application Deadline May 1
Online Ed.D.
Admits Fall of odd-numbered years
Deadline May 1
Tuition Estimates
Average In or Out of State
$415-500 per credit hour
Tuition rates are based on your residency determination of Texas Resident, Non-Resident, or Foreign. Please consult the Admissions site for more information.
About These Programs
Educational technology is the study and ethical practice of facilitating learning and improving performance by creating, using, and managing appropriate technological processes and resources.
—Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT)
The EDIT graduate programs prepare instructional technology professionals for leadership roles in public schools, universities, and distance education programs, and for training positions in business and industry.
Fast Facts
Masters (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology
- Offered completely online.
- Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Start any semester.
- 36 credit hours
- Up to 6 transfer hours
Online Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Instructional Technology
- Offered completely online.
- Operates on a cohort system, with new cohorts starting in the Fall of odd-numbered years.
- 63 credit hours
- Up to 30 transfer hours
Residential Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Instructional Technology
- Offered at Texas Tech’s main campus, with some courses offered online.
- Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.
- Start any semester.
- 93 credit hours
- Up to 30 transfer hours
Graduate Certificate of E-Learning and Online Teaching
- Offered completely online.
- Five courses focusing on effective teaching in an online environment.
- 15 credit hours
Why Instructional Technology?
Quality
Instructional Technology is grounded in rigorous research on learning, cognition, and design, ensuring high-quality and impactful educational solutions.
Demand
Rapid advances in digital learning, AI, and workforce development have increased demand for professionals with instructional technology expertise.
Success
Instructional Technology graduates succeed in diverse roles by designing, evaluating, and improving learning systems across educational and organizational contexts.
More info about this program
The EDIT course titles and descriptions are available in Texas Tech University Academic Catalog.
Program Coordinators:
| Masters (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology | Dr. Sungwon Shin |
| Online Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Instructional Technology | Dr. Jongpil Cheon |
| Residential Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Instructional Technology | Dr. Fethi Inan |
| Graduate Certificate of E-Learning and Online Teaching | Dr. Fethi Inan |
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College of Education
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