MA in Instructional Design and Technology (MAIDT)

Introduction: 

This program is affiliated with the Deanship of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research at Palestine Polytechnic University and hosted by the College of Humanities and Educational Sciences. The program was developed as part of the "Equip Palestine with E-Learning (E-Pal)" project, in partnership between Palestine Polytechnic University, the University College of Applied Sciences in Gaza, and the University of Oslo in Norway.

Program duration: 

Two years, with the student able to study part-time for up to three years.

Number of credit hours: 36 credit hours, as follows:

• 30 credit hours of courses

• 6 credit hours of scientific research in two tracks:

  • Track 1: Scientific Research: A track in which the student submits a complete experimental research thesis.

  • Track 2: Applied Scientific Research: In this track, the student conducts research (which may be practical research) and then works with local companies to diagnose problems they face and provide solutions to these problems by producing prototypes.

Target group for bachelor's degree holders:

• Graduates of the following majors:

  • Educational Technology

  • Business Administration

  • Computer Engineering

  • Computer Science

  • Information Technology

  • Related Engineering

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • English Language and its branches

  • Sociology

  • Education

  • or any related major or degree

• School and university teachers in the following fields:

• Management teachers in all its branches

• Technology teachers

• English language teachers

• Education teachers

• Computer Engineering and Computer Science teachers

• Information Technology teachers

• Higher education institutions in related fields

• Technology and IT companies

• Computer companies

• Content design and development companies

• Multimedia companies

• Training companies in related fields

• International institutions working on capacity development, building, and training in related fields

• Those working in the following fields:

Language of Instruction: English

Major Features:

• Adopts an interdisciplinary approach, enabling students to become familiar with the fields of education, learning, and training, as well as with educational technology, multimedia, design, e-learning, and artificial intelligence. This major was designed in collaboration with the University of Oslo in Norway. Some courses are taught by specialists from the University of Oslo. This brings international experience to the major, opening the way for students to collaborate, conduct scientific research, exchange students, and pursue graduate studies.

• Some courses may be offered according to the Blended Learning approach.

• The major focuses on scientific and applied research, and the graduation project may be an applied research project in the labor market, exploring the problems facing this sector and finding solutions.

• The possibility of providing opportunities for students to teach at the college during their studies.

• The possibility of grants being available to students.

Admission Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in one of the following majors:

  • Educational Technology

  • Business Administration

  • Computer Engineering

  • Computer Science

  • Information Technology

  • Related Engineering

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • English Language and its Branches

  • Sociology

  • Education

  • Or any related major or degree.

• The student must have a good GPA in the bachelor's degree.

• Pass the English language proficiency test (there is a prerequisite course to improve English for those unable to pass the proficiency test).

For more information, please contact:

Dr. Mohammed Tamimi

Program Coordinator - College of Humanities and Education

Email: tamimim@ppu.edu

Mobile: +(970)0599366722

This program primarily aims to graduate students capable of understanding, designing, and developing educational, training, and professional content based on sound pedagogical foundations, utilizing modern educational technology and artificial intelligence to meet the needs of the education and business sectors.

A graduate of the Master of Arts in Instructional Design and Technology program will be able to:

• Design a course plan or training program in accordance with pedagogical principles, including defining objectives, intended learning outcomes, modern teaching and learning methods, and assessment methods.

• Design and develop online, blended, or MOOC courses in accordance with pedagogical principles and modern technological requirements.

• Design and implement training programs to improve the performance of educational staff and build entrepreneurial, life, and technological competencies.

• Design educational or training content (videos, presentations, etc.) in the fields of e-learning, including educational content, technology, and teaching methods.

• Design training content (videos, presentations, etc.) using simulation and gamification mechanisms.

• Design, develop, and implement educational and training content on artificial intelligence, the basics of its use, and its tools.

• Develop artificial intelligence tools in education and business.

• Proficiency in using multimedia programs, such as image and video editing programs and content development programs.

• The ability to implement educational or training programs using virtual and augmented reality (AR/VR) applications.

• Using global educational platforms such as Moodle, Google Classroom, and others. Mastering design thinking and the methods and techniques of idea generation and problem solving.

• Taking into account ethical and value-based dimensions, principles and protocols for dealing with others, communication, and teamwork.

• Exercising leadership roles in bringing about institutional change, particularly in educational institutions.

• Analyzing factors affecting the work environment, identifying the most significant opportunities and threats, and employing a scientific methodology in research and identifying needs.

• Providing consultations and solutions on educational issues and e-learning.

• Public and private universities, schools, vocational training centers, and private sector companies and institutions in the following areas:

  • Designing educational content, educational programs, and courses using educational technology

  • Developing technological educational content, e-learning, blended learning, and learning using MOOC courses

  • Implementing various e-learning programs

  • Training in educational technology and instructional design

  • Evaluating technological educational content

  • Using artificial intelligence tools in teaching and learning in terms of:

    • Developing the capabilities and skills of teachers, students, and academic and administrative staff

    • Developing academic and training content

    • Increasing knowledge, skills, attitudes, and awareness of artificial intelligence

    • Cooperating with various entities to develop artificial intelligence tools that meet the needs of teaching and learning

• Computer and internet software production companies and institutions and educational content

• Private sector companies, banks, public institutions, and foreign institutions in training, design, and development of educational technology programs

• Developing educational and professional applications that meet market needs

• Learning resource centers and libraries

• Educational research and training centers

• Advertising, marketing, and media production companies and institutions, and television and radio institutions

• Supervising laboratories and laboratories for designing and developing technological educational content (Authoring labs)

• Education centers and units Electronic and educational technology