Faculty from the Curry School and nationally recognized scholars introduce selected issues and topics. Small discussion groups explore these subjects in greater detail. Sponsored by all four departments. Open to all master's and doctoral students. Students work in self-directed teams to analyze an instructional need for an outside client, design and develop instruction to meet the need, and evaluate and revise the instruction.
Students also research and deliver presentations on current topics within instructional technology.
Projects may be for an outside client or may serve as a base for research on interactive technologies. As a prelude to dissertation research, each student conducts a pilot quantitative research study on instructional technology. Prior to enrollment, students must submit a research proposal to the instructor for approval. Students assemble research materials, make arrangements for study participants, conduct the study, analyze the data obtained and write up the research report. Students critique and assist in the research of their colleagues.