Emerging Technology for Digital Learning - Online Graduate Certificate
Earning certificates can earn you more.
More than ever emerging technologies change the way we do things, and this is no different in learning. Courses in this certificate will give students key skills in understanding current trends (as well as how to keep up with trends), research skills to explore effectiveness of learning technologies, and experience working with emerging learning technologies.
Why UW-Whitewater Online?
- Asynchronous program lets you learn day or night
- Build connections through online assignments and discussion boards
- Online MBA ranked #25 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
Fully Online
No requirements to come to campus.
Flexible
Attend full-time or part-time.
Specialized
Enhance your knowledge base and expand your career.
Emerging Technology for Digital Learning - Online Graduate Certificate
Certificate Overview
The courses required for the Emerging Technology for Digital Learning online graduate certificate include:
- EDFOUND 711: Current Trends in Learning and Emerging Technology
- EDFOUND 712: Research Methods to Support Learning Technology Exploration
- EDFOUND 713: Working With and Evaluating Emerging Learning Technologies
The coursework taken in this certificate can be applied to the Online Master of Science in Instructional Design and Learning Technology.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission to the certificate program, students must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution and meet graduate admission criteria.
If you do not meet the graduate admission criteria, please email us to determine if you could be admitted on a conditional basis.
International students must meet additional criteria and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Contact us for information and assistance.
Tuition
Our online graduate certificate programs at UW-Whitewater are a superior value at $569 USD per credit for the 2023-24 academic year — whether you are a Wisconsin resident, an out-of-state student, or an international student.
If you compare our graduate tuition to others, you will find that this per-credit price is quite reasonable.
What creates this value?
- All faculty complete specific training for online teaching.
- Faculty recorded lectures are included with each course.
- Faculty continuously review courses to meet student needs and include emerging topics.
- High levels of student/faculty interaction are standard.
- Helpdesk technical staff are dedicated to assisting graduate students with online technology.
Course materials
Graduate students can purchase textbooks and other instructional materials through the University Bookstore or elsewhere online. Students should verify what materials are needed with their instructor.
Financial aid
Students enrolled in the Graduate certificate programs are not federal aid eligible.
Students completing a certificate with a degree program may be eligible for financial aid in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, or employment. All of these make up a “Financial Aid Package” and may be offered singly or in various combinations. Since funds are limited, priority for aid is based on financial need and how promptly applications are filed. For more information, please reach out directly to the Financial Aid department.
