Online Ed.D. in Instructional Design and Technology

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Online Doctorate in Instructional Design and Technology?

• Advanced learning theory and research
• Ethics and social responsibility in the use of technology
• Implementation and assessment of multimedia learning tools
• Principles of human performance technology

This Ed.D. covers a wide array of topics, including instructional design theory, historical and philosophical foundations of education, models for instructional design and technology, and concepts of applied research methodology. Throughout the program, you can strengthen your research skills and work to  become equipped to contribute to the current knowledge base in the field through your capstone project. The capstone serves as the pinnacle of your degree, allowing you to synthesize what you’ve study and develop practical solutions to real-world educational challenges.

Potential Careers for Instructional Design Doctorate Online Graduates

• Educational consultant
• Instructional coordinator
• Instructional designer
• K-12 educational technology director
• University administrator
• University professor

Benefits of Pursuing Your Doctorate in Instructional Design with Liberty University

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
• Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
• This program includes a capstone project, which allows you to contribute to the base of knowledge in your field and develop hands-on research skills for your career.
• Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:

• Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for Ed.D. courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)