Available Concentrations
There are three available concentrations, two of which meet the needs of K-12 educators interested in developing their knowledge, skills, and leadership for teaching with technology and one focused on learning designers working in industry, government, and the non-profit sector. All three concentrations are offered fully online.
Concentration in AI in Teaching and Learning
This concentration meets the needs of practicing teachers who wish to become effective leaders in AI integration by critically analyzing how artificial intelligence impacts student learning, academic integrity, and the accessibility of education for all. Participants will design AI-supported instructional materials that address diverse student needs while modeling the legal, ethical, and safe use of generative tools.
Concentration in Designing Digital Learning in Schools
This concentration is offered to practicing teachers who wish to gain the necessary knowledge and skills for integrating digital learning and K–12 curricular knowledge outcomes. The concentration is framed by four learning outcomes: investigation of the theory and practice of digital learning, connection of digital learning and knowledge outcomes, use of design principles and processes to inform practice, and knowledge of a range of technologies appropriate for PreK-12 learners.
Concentration in E-Learning
This concentration provides professionals with specialized knowledge in instructional design and e-learning practices that utilize current and emerging technologies to meet education and training goals in communities, government agencies, and corporate settings. Courses are offered totally online.
Policies
For policies governing all graduate certificates, see AP.6.8 Requirements for Graduate Certificates.
Certificate Requirements
Total credits: 15-18
This certificate may be pursued on a full-or part-time basis.
Students pursuing this graduate certificate may choose from any of the following concentrations:
Concentration in AI in Teaching and Learning (AITL)
This concentration may be pursued on a part-time basis only.
Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDUC 608 | Teacher Leadership for Professional Learning | 3 |
| EDUC 616 | Teaching with Generative AI | 3 |
| EDUC 617 | Promise, Pitfalls, and Practice of AI in Education | 3 |
| EDUC 618 | Designing for Learning with AI | 3 |
| EDUC 619 | Designing Personalized Learning with AI | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Concentration in Designing Digital Learning in Schools (DDLS)
This concentration may be pursued on a part-time basis only.
Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDIT 780 | Principles of School-Based Design | 3 |
| EDIT 781 | Designing for Information Using | 3 |
| EDIT 782 | Designing for Literacy | 3 |
| EDIT 783 | Designing for Problem Solving | 3 |
| EDIT 784 | Designing for Community Participation | 3 |
| EDIT 787 | Teacher Leadership and Advocacy for Digital Learning | 3 |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Concentration in E-Learning (ELRN)
This concentration may be pursued on a full-time or part-time basis.
Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDIT 526 | Web Accessibility and Design | 2 |
| EDIT 575 | e-Learning Design Applications | 2 |
| EDIT 611 | Innovations in e-Learning | 3 |
| EDIT 705 | Instructional Design | 3 |
| EDIT 706 | Business of Learning Design and Technologies | 3 |
| EDIT 772 | Virtual Worlds, Augmented Reality, and Gaming Applications | 2 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |