- The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Human Services: Certificates
- Graduate Certificate in Adult Learning
- Graduate Certificate in College Teaching and Learning
- Graduate Certificate in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Administration, Management, and Leadership
- Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Advocacy and Public Policy
- Graduate Certificate in Elementary Reading and Literacy
- Graduate Certificate in Engaging Culturally Diverse Learners
- Graduate Certificate in Enrollment Management and Institutional Marketing
- Graduate Certificate in Higher Education Leadership for Student Success
- Graduate Certificate in Integrating Technology in the Classroom
- Graduate Certificate in Mathematics 5–8
- Graduate Certificate in Mathematics K–6
- Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching for Adult Educators
- Graduate Certificate in Reading and Literacy K–12
- Graduate Certificate in Science, Grades K–8
- Graduate Certificate in Special Education
- Graduate Certificate in Teacher Leadership
- Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Diversity in Early Childhood Education
- Graduate Certificate in Teaching English Language Learners
- Graduate Certificate in Teaching K–12 Students Online
- Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Instructional Design and Technology
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Community College Leadership
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Early Childhood Leadership
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Educational Policy, Leadership, and Management (P–20)
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Educational Technology
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education and Adult Learning
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education Leadership and Management
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Higher Education Leadership, Management, and Policy
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Online Teaching in Higher Education
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Organizational Research, Assessment, and Evaluation
- Post-Master’s Certificate in Reading, Literacy, and Assessment
In this certificate program, students develop the skills and experience to become effective online instructors in higher education. In this program, adult learning theory blends with pedagogical strategies to help students effectively engage, teach, and nurture adult learners in the online classroom. Through a series of four courses, students gain deeper insight into educating the adult learner, explore key principles for online instruction, examine the latest technologies, and participate in a simulated online classroom. Through their coursework, students also examines best practices for reaching diverse student populations within the higher education environment.
Completion Requirements (20 cr.)
- 20 total quarter credits
Certificate Courses
Course Sequence
This sequence represents the minimum time to completion. Time to completion will vary by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call an enrollment specialist at 1-866-492-5336.
The recommended course sequence is as follows:
| Quarter | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter 1 |
EDDD 8110 - The Art of Online Teaching (11 weeks)
|
5 credits |
|
Quarter 2 |
EDDD 8021 - Understanding the Adult Learner |
5 credits |
|
Quarter 3 |
EDDD 8103 - eLearning |
5 credits |
|
Quarter 4 |
EDDD 8111 - Online Teaching Simulation |
5 credits |