Educational Leadership, Research and Technology

Department of Educational Leadership Research and Technology
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo MI 49008-5283 USA
(269) 387-3897

Graduate Certificate in Educational and Instructional Technology (Online)

Professor Brian Horvitz working with two graduate students in computer lab

This program is offered fully online to meet the needs of working professionals.

WMU’s Graduate Certificate in Educational and Instructional Technology (EDT) is designed for individuals interested in improving their skills and knowledge in the strategic use and application of technology tools to help people learn in a variety of contexts including corporations, K-12 education, higher education, nonprofits and other organizations. Credits earned in the Graduate Certificate program can be applied to a Master of Arts degree if you decide to continue your studies. The Graduate Certification in EDT allows you the flexibility to complete all of your coursework online. You also have the option to enroll in elective courses offered on campus, allowing for additional flexibility and opportunities for in-person learning experiences. Additionally, we also offer a fully online Master of Arts degree in EDT, allowing you to further expand your expertise and advance your career with the flexibility of remote learning.

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Why Educational and Instructional Technology at Western Michigan University?

  • Program Flexibility
  • Course Customization
  • Practical and Applied Knowledge
  • Expert Faculty and Instructors

Who should apply?

Teachers who are seeking to advance in their careers by obtaining a master’s degree, who would like to learn about second language acquisition theories and teaching methodologies, who desire to become a district ESL coach or coordinator (requires MDE ESL endorsement), and/or who plan to teach in English language institutes for international students in colleges and universities.

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"The professors are very knowledgeable and work well with the students in helping them relate the course work to the students’ career goals. The professors made a difference to me because you could see that they were bringing into the classroom real world experiences." - Billy Clayton, alumnus

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Additional information

  • Resume or curriculum vita.
  • 1000 word statement explaining technology and computer skills and background, career goals and educational philosophy as it relates to educational and instructional technology.
  • Education history and transcripts.
  • More details.

The Educational and Instructional Technology program options are designed to lead to a career in educational and instructional technology by helping to prepare you for jobs such as:

  • Curriculum coordinator
  • Curriculum instruction director
  • Educational and Instructional Technology coordinator
  • Instructional system specialist

For information on cost and funding, graduate student resources, and other programs visit the CEHD virtual resources page.

Students will complete a planned program of study consisting of 9 hours of course work with an overall grade point average of 3.0 or better, with no course grade below a “C.”  The courses include:

  • Course #1 (3 credits): Choose either EDT 5410 - Foundations of Instructional Technology or EDT 6420 - Instructional Design
  • Course #2 (3 credits): Choose any 5000 or 6000-level EDT course  
  • Course #3 (3 credits): Choose any 5000 or 6000-level EDT course or any of the following courses (or another relevant course with approval from your academic advisor):
  • EDLD 6650 – Principles and Practices of Adult Learning
  • EDLD 6020 – Educational Leadership, Systems and Change
  • OCL 6430 - Group Dynamics and Team Development in an Age of Globalization
  • OCL 6440 - Large Scale Change and Organization Design

Questions?

Dr. Brian Horvitz

Dr. Brian Horvitz

Program Coordinator

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