College of Education
Welcome to the Instructional Technology Certificate of the Extended Studies Program. Here you will find:
General Information
This certificate prepares teachers at all levels to use technology to enhance their teaching methodologies and reach the next generation of learners, who expect to learn using technology. The program consists of 12 credit hours, all of which are offered online. All courses are offered in a convenient online format and will transfer into our Online Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn:
- Lesson planning
- How to evaluate web-based educational resources
- How to incorporate the internet into the K-12 curriculum
- How to design lessons involving web-based resources
- How to develop interactive multimedia lessons
Required Coursework
- CURR 5170 - 3 credit hours
Introduction to Technology Education
This course emphasizes lesson planning, assessment, and hands-on computer activities. Readings, technology based activities, assignments and discussions are designed to develop a broad professional knowledge base on teaching and learning with technology across the K-12 curriculum. - CURR 5171 - 3 credit hours
K-12 Web-Based Educational Resources
Students will read current literature involving using the Internet in the K-12 curriculum as well as evaluate various web-based educational resources to use in educational settings. Students will design and develop several lessons / units involving web-based resources in this hands-on class. - CURR 5172 - 3 credit hours
Multimedia Development for K-12 Educators
This course is designed for educators who want to develop interactive multimedia technology through the hands-on approach. The course provides students with an overview of multimedia / hypermedia technology, devoted primarily to interactive, collaborative, multi-disciplinary and student-centered hands-on activities. - CURR 5120 - 3 credit hours
Instructional Technology Project
Students will be required to design and implement a project involving the practical application of the principles and techniques addressed by the degree program. Details will be arranged through the student's advisor. Projects based on activities in the field is encouraged.
Program Costs
The online cost structure is designed to be as affordable as the campus-based program. Online students can complete work from home at their convenience and are therefore not burdened by the added costs of gasoline, parking fees, babysitters, or meals when attending a traditional campus to complete coursework. Not included are costs for course materials (i.e., texts or course packets).
- Online Course Cost: $456.00 per credit hour
- Extended Studies Fee: $99.00 per course