Instructional Design Programs Information Session - Education at Illinois, Online Programs

Join us for an engaging online information session about the Instructional Design Programs offered through the College of Education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. This session will highlight three fully online programs: the Instructional Design MasterTrack® Certificate, the Instructional Design, Management and Leadership Graduate Certificate, and the Instructional Design, Technology, and Organization Ed.M. These programs are designed for educators, professionals, and leaders interested in designing effective learning experiences across educational and organizational settings.

Date & Time
Thursday, May 28, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 PM Central Time

Presenters
Program Faculty and Online Programs Staff

Location
Online via Zoom

Register Online
Registration is required. You will receive the Zoom link upon registration.

Sponsor
Office of Online Programs

What You’ll Learn During the Session

• Overview of the Instructional Design program offerings
• Key differences and pathways between the MasterTrack Certificate, Graduate Certificate, and Ed.M.
• Eligibility and admission requirements
• Curriculum structure and course topics
• Program formats and learning experiences
• Career applications and advancement opportunities

Program Overview

Instructional Design Programs
These fully online programs prepare professionals to design, implement, and evaluate effective learning experiences in a variety of settings, including education, corporate training, nonprofit organizations, and government. Coursework emphasizes learning theory, instructional design strategies, technology integration, and leadership in learning organizations. The programs are designed to support flexible, career-focused learning for working professionals. 

Who Should Attend

• K–12 educators and instructional leaders
• Higher education faculty and staff
• Learning and development professionals
• Corporate trainers and HR professionals
• Nonprofit and government program leaders
• Anyone interested in instructional design and learning technologies

Please register if you plan to attend. You will receive the Zoom link after registration. We recommend downloading the free Zoom software and setting up an account prior to the session.

All event times are listed in Central Time.