This e-learning graduate certificate enhances the career paths of those aspiring to make an impact on educational outcomes through an online instruction model, as educators, in school administration, or in specialized areas such as curriculum and instructional design. The K-12 online learning certificate equips those in education to make a difference where education intersects with the latest online learning technologies in private and public K-12 settings.
100%
Online
1-2 Yrs
Program Length
15
Credit Hours
$584
Cost per Credit
Essential Skills & Insights
Coursework in this K-12 online learning certificate program covers the following:
- Student Engagement. Learn to use e-learning techniques and technologies that enhance student motivation in learning achievement.
- Effective Assessment. Develop assessment methods that accurately gauge student progress in relevant aspects of their learning.
- Technological Proficiency. Understand the latest technologies in e-learning and use them to design dynamic, effective learning experiences.
- Innovative Thinking. Apply an innovative mindset to developing adaptable instructional models that accommodate diverse learners.
Career Outlook
A background in K-12 education can serve a number of career paths within the education field. Many areas of education value skills in learning technologies, classroom management, and instructional delivery – from specialized teaching in areas such as math, science or art within a K-12 setting, as well as curriculum development, education administration, and much more.
Tuition Details
The cost per credit hour for this K-12 online learning certificate program is $600. Besides being ranked No. 17 on Niche.com’s list of Best Value Colleges in Missouri, we build in unique benefits such as our 20 percent discount per credit hour for returning alumni pursuing their master’s degree.
Curriculum Overview
Your K-12 online learning certificate coursework covers designing an online instructional experience for K-12 learners that sustains student success. This e-learning graduate certificate prepares those in education to design effective instructional models for the individual student and classrooms. A core examination of the theories and practices within e-learning design is explored, alongside coursework in:
- Instructional Design for K-12 e-Learning
- Transforming Learning with Technology
- Digital/Visual Literacy & Instructional Media
- Engaging and Assessing Students in Virtual Environments
Certificate Coursework – 18 Credit Hours
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDU 54600 | Instructional Design for K-12 e-Learning | 3 |
| INST 51010 | Instructional Technology: Theory and Practice | 3 |
| INST 51020 | Transforming Learning with Technology | 3 |
| INST 51030 | Digital/Visual Literacy & Instructional Media | 3 |
| INST 51040 | Engaging and Assessing Students in Virtual Environments | 3 |
| INST 51060 | Emerging Instructional Technologies | 3 |
Transfer Credits
Lindenwood offers the opportunity to transfer up in your education – meaning, you can transfer your certificate credit hours toward a graduate degree, saving time and money on your education!
Through Lindenwood’s flexible Prior Learning program you can transfer in credit through one of three pathways, including examination, experiential learning, and experiential learning exhibited in a portfolio submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on what part of the country you want to teach in. Certain areas will accept a certificate or associate degree, however because the bachelor’s degree is the education threshold for K-12 learning, there is a push to make this a requirement for pre-school teaching as well.
Before you can sit for a certification exam, you will need to complete an approved K-12 bachelor’s-level degree program. Once you have done this, you can take your certification exam.
K-12 certification is a professional credential that allows you to teach at the K-12 level. Before you can pursue your certification, however, you need to complete a bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, along with any specialized education coursework in your area of interest within the teaching field.
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