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    "description": "<p>The Master of Arts in Applied Learning and Instruction program is designed for students from diverse academic majors who have an interest in the application of psychological theories and research to improve learning, instruction, and training in a variety of instructional contexts.</p> <p>Graduates of the program are prepared for a wide range of professional education, government, and industry positions, and for conducting activities such as instruction, training, evaluation, and consulting.</p> <p>Students can tailor the program to meet their needs and interests by choosing among a large variety of courses for their concentration, including courses in teaching, instructional design, program evaluation, and psychological foundations. Courses are available in mixed mode (M) or fully online (W). The degree can be completed in the fully online mode.</p> <p>Specialization and core courses are offered in the areas of the psychology of teaching and learning, motivation, human development, measurement, and research methodology. Both a thesis and a non-thesis option are available. All non-thesis students will be required to complete a comprehensive examination before completing the program.</p> <p>Applications are accepted only for Fall admission. There are no Spring or Summer applicants accepted.</p> <p>The Applied Learning and Instruction MA (ALIMA) program requires a minimum of 33 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree including 15 credit hours of core courses, 12 credit hours of specialization, and 6 credit hours of a research component. The research component can be completed by choosing the thesis or nonthesis option, which requires a 6-credit hour Capstone research course. The program of study can be tailored to meet the specific needs of each student. The degree program can be completed in mixed mode (M) or fully online (W) formats.</p> <p><strong>Total Credit Hours Required: 33 Credit Hours Minimum beyond the Bachelor's Degree</strong></p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.ucf.edu/online/degree/applied-learning-and-instruction-m-a/\" target=\"_blank\">The Applied Learning and Instruction (MA) may be completed fully online</a>, although not all elective options or program prerequisites may be offered online. Newly admitted students choosing to complete this program exclusively via UCF online classes may enroll with a reduction in campus-based fees.</p> <p>International students (F or J visa) are required to enroll in a full-time course load of 9 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Only 3 of the 9 credit hours may be taken in a completely online format. For a detailed listing of enrollment requirements for international students, please visit <a href=\"http://global.ucf.edu/\">UCF Global</a>. If you have questions, please consult UCF Global at 407-823-2337.</p> <p>UCF is not authorized to provide online courses or instruction to students in some states. Refer to <a href=\"https://online.ucf.edu/learn-online/prospective/state-restrictions/\" target=\"_blank\">State Restrictions</a> for current information.</p>",
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