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Graduate Certificate in Educational Media and Technology
The mission of this certificate is to prepare professionals who are capable of facilitating student learning in a variety of settings. The online program is designed to provide students with both the knowledge-base and the application skills that are required to use technology effectively in education. Focusing on the design, development, utilization, management and evaluation of instructional systems moves us toward achieving this mission.
Career Opportunities
The graduate certificate in Educational Media and Technology focuses on assisting educators both in P-20 academic environments and private industry in integrating technology by reviewing research, providing hands-on experiences, requiring students to develop lesson plans and technology plans, and looking at pedagogical reasons for integrating technology in the classroom.
Accreditation
The EMU College of Education is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and approved by the Michigan Department of Education for the preparation of educational personnel. After completing either the master's or the graduate certificate in educational media and technology, Michigan teachers who are already certified can apply for the educational technology endorsement.
Number of Credits
20 credit hours of EDMT courses are offered online with opportunities for students to meet face-to-face as needed.
Program of Study
- EDMT 602 Technology and Student-Centered Learning (3);
Prerequisites: Baccalaureate degree - EDMT 603 Technology Enhanced Learning Environments (3);
Prerequisites: EDMT 602 - EDMT 623 Instructional Design and Development of Multimedia Instructional Materials (3);
Prerequisites: EDMT 602 and EDMT 603 - EDMT 628 The Use and Design of Online Resources for Educators (3);
Prerequisites: EDMT 602 and EDMT 603 or EDMT 618 - EDMT 627 Advanced Technical Issues in Educational Technology (3);
Prerequisites: EDMT 602 and EDMT 603 - EDMT 632 Advanced Productivity Tools in Teaching and Learning (3); Prerequisites: Baccalaureate degree
- EDMT 653 Issues and Emerging Educational Technologies (3);
Prerequisites: EDMT 602, EDMT 603, EDMT 628, EDMT 623 or a minimum of 12 graduate credits in EDMT
Advising
An EDMT faculty member will work with you to assist in the exploration of degree requirements, evaluation of applications for admission to a degree program, preparation of a plan of study, approval of program changes and recommendation for graduation. For more information or to schedule an advising appointment, call 734.487.3260.
Admission
- Comply with the Graduate School's admission requirements.
- Hold a 2.75 undergraduate GPA or 3.0 in the last half of the undergraduate work or 3.3 GPA in 12 hours or more of work at the graduate level or a minimum 50th percentile on the GRE writing. International students must have a minimum score of 550 on the TOEFL.
- For early childhood education, elementary education, middle level education, secondary education, common learnings in curriculum and reading, hold a valid teaching credential. For international students who do not intend to teach in the United States, this requirement can be waived.
- Furnish an analysis of professional goals written by the candidate. This analysis should include a description of how the chosen degree program will help meeting the selected goals and how the candidate's life experiences, accomplishments and interests will contribute to his or her success in the program; and
- Request and have submitted two letters of recommendation that address the candidate’s professional
commitment, experience and potential. The transcripts, analysis of goals and letters of recommendation should give evidence of potential for graduate-level scholarship.
FAQ
What’s the Cost?
EMU tuition rates are an excellent value and are very competitive with other institutions. Total cost of an online course includes tuition, university and online fees, which may vary and can be found on the Web site.
Do I need to be a "Techie"?
No, but you should review the technical requirements before enrolling.
For More Information
The Department of Teacher Education
Graduate Coordinator of Advising
Eastern Michigan University
John W. Porter Building – Suite 313
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
734.487.3260 | Fax: 734.487.2102
Read more information by downloading the fact sheet [PDF].