K-12 Instructional Technology Certificate

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Empower Student Learning with Technology

Earning UMass Boston's online K-12 Instructional Technology Certificate develops your skills to optimize teaching practices and positively impact student learning outcomes. Transform your classroom with innovative strategies and enhance your professional growth.

Specialize in Computer Technology in Education, Instructional Technology / e-Learning, or Assistive Technology. The program culminates with a practicum course in which K-12 teachers design and implement a school or district project that integrates key learning outcomes, allowing you to apply your newly acquired knowledge and skills in a real-world setting.

Once you complete the certificate, you can pursue a role as an instructional coach, technology specialist, or IT integrator within your school district. Areas of focus include designing and delivering professional development workshops, implementing new curriculum and instructional materials, or using new technology to enhance learning. With a K-12 Instructional Certificate from UMass Boston, you’ll be equipped to collaborate with colleagues and enhance any content area by effectively integrating technology into your teaching.

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How to Apply

Applicants must meet general graduate admission requirements in addition to the following program-specific requirements:

All prospective students complete an initial phone intake interview
K-12 teachers must hold an initial license in another content area before they start the K-12 Instructional Technology certificate program

Deadlines & Cost

Deadlines: June 15 for fall (Note: K-12 teachers will start with one course in the summer as a non-matriculated student), December 1 for spring

Application Fee: The nonrefundable application fee is $75. UMass Boston alumni and current students that plan to complete degree requirements prior to graduate enrollment can submit the application without paying the application fee.

Estimate Your Program Cost: Get a feel for your expected program costs using the Graduate Program Cost Calculator.

Program Cost Information: For more detailed information on costs, please visit the Bursar's website or send an email to Bursar@umb.edu. Please refer to Graduate Student Financial Aid for more information on financial aid.

Curriculum

Required Courses (21 Credits)

INSDSG 601 - Foundations in Instructional Design and Learning Technology 3 Credit(s)
INSDSG 608 - Information Design and Visual Literacy (3 credits)
INSDSG 624 - Uncovering and Cultivating Instructional Technologies for K-12 Schools (3 credits)
INSDSG 640 - Planning, Design and Development of eLearning 3 Credit(s)
INSDSG 646 - Universal Course Design: A Pathway to Mindful and Creative Learning for All 3 Credit(s)
INSDSG 684 - Design and Instruction of Online Courses 3 Credit(s)
INSDSG 698 - Internship (3 credits)

For more information on curriculum, including course descriptions and degree requirements, visit the Academic Catalog.

Graduation Criteria

Complete 21 credits from seven required courses.

Statute of limitations: Five years.

Contact

Graduate Program Director Carol Sharicz
carol.sharicz@umb.edu

Coordinator of Admissions Fran Keefe
fran.keefe@umb.edu

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