The Instructional Technology and Design Program at West Texas A&M University prepares innovative, skilled, and reflective professionals who lead the integration of technology and instructional design to transform teaching and learning. Students develop advanced expertise in designing engaging, accessible, and research-informed learning experiences across K–12, higher education, corporate, and professional environments.
The program emphasizes applied learning and real-world production. Students design authentic instructional materials, build digital learning environments, analyze data, and implement technology solutions that improve performance and learner outcomes. Graduates are prepared to lead instructional initiatives, support digital transformation, and contribute meaningfully to evolving learning ecosystems.
In an era of rapid technological change, the program prepares professionals who can adapt, evaluate emerging tools, and lead responsibly in technology-enhanced learning environments. Please feel free to contact our program director, Dr. Krista Favela, with any questions or to discuss the program further.
The Instructional Design and Technology degree program is 100% online
Multiple Start Terms: Choose to begin classes in the fall, spring, or summer
Flexibility: Take classes either full-time or part-time
| Ethical and Innovative Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) | Advanced Digital Productivity and Design Skills | Advanced Digital Productivity and Design Skills |
| AI is intentionally integrated throughout the program. Students learn to evaluate, design with, and critically apply AI tools to support instructional analysis, content development, learner engagement, and data-informed decision-making. Emphasis is placed on ethical implementation, responsible data practices, bias awareness, accessibility, and human-centered design. Graduates are prepared not only to use AI tools effectively but also to guide organizations through thoughtful, strategic adoption. | Employers seek professionals who can leverage advanced productivity and design technologies to solve complex problems. Students develop high-level competencies in data analysis, digital content creation, presentation design, multimedia production, and web-based learning environments. These skills strengthen efficiency, creativity, and professional versatility. | Employers seek professionals who can leverage advanced productivity and design technologies to solve complex problems. Students develop high-level competencies in data analysis, digital content creation, presentation design, multimedia production, and web-based learning environments. These skills strengthen efficiency, creativity, and professional versatility. |