Teaching and Learning with Technology
The online Certificate in Teaching and Learning with Technology at Kent State University equips educators with essential skills to integrate technology into the classroom effectively. This program covers instructional design, digital tools, and innovative teaching strategies, preparing graduates to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. Ideal for educators looking to leverage technology, this certificate supports their growth as tech-savvy leaders in modern education.
Teaching and Learning with Technology Undergraduate Certificate Program Overview
The Teaching and Learning with Technology undergraduate certificate provides students with the tools to acquire the knowledge and concrete skills to deploy educational technology theories and strategies in multiple fields while working at educational institutions, communication-related companies, public health entities and other industries.
This certificate is for both students in an education or non-education field. Education students will strengthen their know-how in learning innovations while being exposed to interdisciplinary stimuli and references and expanding their professional and academic horizon. Non-education students will access the most recent best practices in educational technology, applying them in their own field of reference and beyond.
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Identify and evaluate main factors and processes related the role of technology in improving learning and teaching practices at any level, from preK-12 education to professional development needs
- Deploy learning technologies and related strategies to fields like public health and communication
- Design technology-mediated solutions for improving education and related best practices
- Develop interventions for increasing learning outcomes and performances in education, communication and public health
Teaching and Learning with Technology Undergraduate Certificate Program Admissions Requirements
The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.
First-Year Students on the Kent Campus: First-year admission policy on the Kent Campus is selective. Admission decisions are based upon cumulative grade point average, strength of high school college preparatory curriculum and grade trends. Students not admissible to the Kent Campus may be administratively referred to one of the seven regional campuses to begin their college coursework. For more information, visit the admissions website for first-year students.
First-Year Students on the Regional Campuses: First-year admission to Kent State’s campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, as well as the Twinsburg Academic Center, is open to anyone with a high school diploma or its equivalent. For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.
International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning a minimum 525 TOEFL score (71 on the Internet-based version), minimum 75 MELAB score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score or minimum 48 PTE Academic score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive Program. For more information, visit the admissions website for international students.
Transfer Students: Students who have attended any other educational institution after graduating from high school must apply as undergraduate transfer students. For more information, visit the admissions website for transfer students.
Former Students: Former Kent State students or graduates who have not attended another college or university since Kent State may complete the reenrollment or reinstatement form on the University Registrar’s website.
Admission policies for undergraduate students may be found in the University Catalog’s Academic Policies.
Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the program’s Coursework tab.
Important Dates
Program Courses
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate Requirements | ||
| ETEC 39525 | EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| ETEC 47400 | TRENDS IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY | 3 |
| ETEC 47427 | TECHNOLOGY AND LEARNING | 3 |
| ETEC 47496 | INDIVIDUAL INVESTIGATION IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY | 1-3 |
| Certificate Electives, choose from the following | 6 | |
| ETEC 47403 | INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN | |
| IT 11009 | COMPUTER ASSEMBLY AND CONFIGURATION | |
| IT 11000 | INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY APPS | |
| IT 13000 | APPLIED SECURITY ESSENTIALS | |
| IT 41010 | MOBILE APPLICATIONS FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY | |
| UXD 20001 | INTRODUCTION TO USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN | |
| VCD 21000 | INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN | |
| Minimum Total Credit Hours: | 16 | |
Teaching and Learning with Technology Undergraduate Certificate Program Tuition and Fees
Ohio Residents
| Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Course | Approximate Tuition Cost |
| $592.97 | $1,778.91 | $9,500 part-time1 $6,500 full-time2 |
Non-Ohio Residents
| Per Credit Hour | Per 3-Credit Course | Approximate Tuition Cost |
| $602.97 | $1,808.91 | $9,600 part-time3 $6,700 full-time4 |
1The $592.97 per-credit-hour tuition rate applies to part-time Ohio resident undergraduate students taking fewer than 12 credit hours per semester.
2The flat-rate semester fee of $6,526.80 applies to full-time Ohio resident undergraduate students taking between 12-18 credit hours per semester. The amount is calculated in being completed in 1 semester.
3The $602.97 per-credit-hour tuition rate applies to part-time non-Ohio resident undergraduate students enrolled in a fully online degree program and taking fewer than 12 credit hours per semester, PLUS a surcharge of $10 per credit hour.
4The flat-rate semester fee of $6,526.80 applies to full-time non-Ohio resident undergraduate students enrolled in a fully online degree program and taking between 12-18 credit hours, PLUS a surcharge of $10 per credit hour of actual credits taken (between 12-18 semester credits or $120-$180). The amount is calculated at students completing the certificate in 1 semester plus the surcharge.
An additional Distance Learning fee for all students enrolled in a distance learning course is $15 per credit hour. Program tuition and costs are estimated and subject to change.
Actual tuition costs may vary based on a student’s chosen academic plan. For a complete listing of tuition rates for approved online programs, please contact Kent State’s Financial, Billing & Enrollment Center at 330-672-6000 or via our website Contact Us link.
The total program costs are estimates and are not final or binding. Program costs are based on standard fees, but fees may vary based on the actual classes taken. Kent State University disclaims any liability arising from the use of or reliance upon these program cost estimates by any person. Program costs are subject to change without notice.
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