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The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Human Sciences: Certificates:
Graduate Certificate in Teaching K–12 Students Online

This certificate prepares teachers to design and deliver online instruction that meets the diverse needs of learners today. Through the courses in this certificate, teachers study ways to create learning experiences that interest, engage, and motivate students. Teachers will be able to accurately assess the progress of learners, while also creating a sense of community where all interactions are meaningful, collaborative, safe, and ethical.

Certificate Requirements

  • 12 total semester credits

Curriculum

  • Students may take this as a non-degree course.
  • Students may take this as a non-degree course.
  • Students may take this as a non-degree course.
  • Students may take this as a non-degree course.

Course Sequence

The recommended course sequence is as follows:

Semester Course Credits
Semester 1

EDUC 6570 - Distance Education

3 semester credits

EDUC 6571 - Online Instruction

3 semester credits
Semester 2

EDUC 6572 - Online Assessment

3 semester credits

EDUC 6573 - Trends and Issues in K–12 Online Learning

3 semester credits