Baylor University School of Education Launches Innovative Online Programs to Empower the Next Generation of Digital Learning Leaders

Baylor University School of Education Online Learning is proud to announce the launch of a dynamic suite of fully online graduate programs designed to equip educators, instructional designers, and learning design professionals across industries with the skills to thrive in today’s fast-paced digital world.  

Classes will begin in Fall 2025 for these three new programs:

• Master of Science in Learning Design and Technology (MS-LDT) 

• Graduate Certificate in Learning Design and Technology (C-LDT) 

• Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching and Learning (C-OTL) 

Why Choose Baylor’s Online Learning Design Programs? 

Whether you’re an educator looking to enhance your digital teaching toolkit, a corporate trainer aiming to design more engaging learning experiences, or a healthcare professional seeking to improve training outcomes, these program offerings are built with your goals in mind.  

• 100% Virtual: Complete your asynchronous assignments and attend the live sessions from anywhere in the world. 

• Accelerated Pathways: Complete the MS-LDT in as few as 12 months, or either certificate in just 4 months. 

• Hands-On Lab Experience: the MS-LDT program includes three interactive technology labs, allowing students to gain real-world experience using the latest multimedia production tools and software.  

• Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technology Integration: Immerse yourself in hands-on learning with the latest emerging technologies and artificial intelligence tools that are transforming the future of learning design across industries. 

As part of the MS-LDT program, students will also earn a credit-bearing Certificate in Online Teaching and Learning—providing two valuable credentials in one program and preparing graduates to meet the rising demand for digital education and instructional design professionals. 

"The demand for skilled learning design and technology professionals is surging as organizations everywhere seek innovative ways to educate and train. For those looking to make a meaningful career shift, our online graduate program offers a direct pathway to not only meet this critical need but to truly shape the future of how we learn." – Chris Zakrzewski, Ed.D., Director of Learning Design 

Is This Program Right for You? 

These programs are ideal for: 

• K–12 educators seeking to innovate in their classrooms 

• Corporate trainers and HR professionals designing employee learning programs 

• Healthcare educators improving  staff training and the patient experience 

• Career changers looking to enter the booming field of learning design and technology 

Join a Global Community of Innovators 

When you enroll at Baylor, you’re not just gaining a degree—you’re joining a vibrant, mission-driven community committed to excellence, innovation, and impact. Our world-class faculty are thought leaders in the field, and our students are passionate about transforming how people learn. 

Apply Now for Fall 2025 

Applications are now open for all three programs. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the inaugural cohorts and position yourself at the forefront of a digital education.  

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ABOUT BAYLOR SCHOOL OF EDUCATION 

For more than 100 years, the School of Education has advanced Baylor’s mission across the globe while preparing students for a range of careers focused on education, leadership, and human development. With more than 65 full-time faculty members, the school’s growing research portfolio complements its long-standing commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentoring. Baylor’s undergraduate program in teacher education has earned national distinction for innovative partnerships with local schools that provide future teachers deep clinical preparation. Likewise, the School of Education’s graduate programs have attained national recognition for their exemplary preparation of research scholars, educational leaders, innovators, and clinicians. Visit the soe.baylor.edu to learn more. 

ABOUT BAYLOR UNIVERSITY 

Baylor University is a private Christian University and a nationally ranked Research 1 institution. The University provides a vibrant campus community for more than 20,000 students by blending interdisciplinary research with an international reputation for educational excellence and a faculty commitment to teaching and scholarship. Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas through the efforts of Baptist pioneers, Baylor is the oldest continually operating University in Texas. Located in Waco, Baylor welcomes students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries to study a broad range of degrees among its 12 nationally recognized academic divisions. Learn more about Baylor University at www.baylor.edu.