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Academies

Turn theory into practice and expertise into experience through our specialized academies. Each academy incorporates new methods in teaching and emerging research in technology. The challenging curriculum helps you develop the confidence and experience to apply what you have learned. The coursework fulfills licensure renewal and professional development requirements in related fields for most states. Invest in yourself and in your future.

Certificates

Gain advanced skills and focused knowledge through one of our graduate certificate programs. These programs provide the tools necessary to take your career to the next level. Each program offers a collection of graduate credit courses designed for busy professionals who want to improve their performance, increase their marketability and broaden their career options. Completion of the program results in a graduate certificate from Indiana University. Students interested in pursuing a master’s degree after completing the certificate program may apply for admission to the master’s degree program.

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Nanako Matsumoto Hoch
EPDE Student

"IUconnectED has allowed me to continue with my studies wherever I am. Having been a Navy/DOD civilian's wife, I had to put my graduate studies on hold after a move back to Japan." Read more...

Preparing Educators of Students with Autism Academy
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Personal and professional care providers for individuals with autism spectrum disorders will benefit from the specialized training offered through the academy. The program is designed for providers who desire to understand and utilize the most current assessment and intervention methods in their care delivery. The interactive nature of the academy allows students to strengthen their skills and build collaborative networks.

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EFL/ESL Program via Distance Education (EPDE) Certificate
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One need not travel far to experience and appreciate diverse cultures and languages. Individuals interested in a career teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) or English as a second language (ESL) may choose from two certificate programs.
  • EFL/ESL Teaching Program
  • EFL/ESL Teacher Trainer Program
Each program offers students special training to enhance their expertise and prepare them to teach wherever they are needed.

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Higher Education and Student Affairs Certificate
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Professionals working in higher education or student affairs environments may gain specialized knowledge in the field and enhance their career opportunities. The academy is designed for individuals who wish to expand their roles in academic support and student services. Comprised of four graduate-level, online courses the program equips students to serve the needs of individuals within the organization and the student body.

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Instructional Systems Technology Certificate
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Emerging technologies continually impact how people learn in diverse contexts. Both public and private organizations are responding by hiring talented people to shape the way information is created, integrated, and communicated. Develop the skills necessary to assume responsibilities in training and development, project management, and systems design. Students learn to analyze existing processes, assess learning needs and design instructional systems using multimedia platforms.

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Learning Sciences, Media, and Technology Certificate
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Understanding and improving how people of all ages learn is the mission of learning sciences. By incorporating educational theory, digital media and current technology into teaching, students develop the skills needed to create successful learning environments. Whether your chosen career is in education or industry, the impact you have as a teacher, manager, or trainer is determined by your ability to facilitate learning.

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School Building Administrator License
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Guiding the daily operation of a school is an incredible responsibility. Few people possess the knowledge, disposition and talent necessary to create and sustain a successful learning environment. Those who possess these characteristics are not deterred by the challenges of an uncertain future. Prepare yourself for educational leadership through this collection of courses, which provides the foundation for achievement on the ETS School Leaders Licensure Assessment.

Practitioners who have a master’s degree, a valid instructional teaching or counselor’s license and two years’ experience in an accredited school may add a Building Level Administrator’s license to their portfolio.

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PBS Teacherline Partnership
Indiana University is proud of its continued partnership with PBS Teacherline. TeacherLine offers more than 90 online courses in mathematics, reading, instructional technology, instructional strategies, science, and curriculum mapping. You may take courses through PBS TeacherLine and earn graduate credit from Indiana University. For more information, please visit www.pbsteacherline.org.

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Kelley Direct Partnership
IUconnectED and Kelley Direct have partnered to offer graduate students within their respective programs the unique opportunity to take select courses from the other school. Students’ feedback identified their desire to study topics which were not included in their respective programs’ curriculum but would be valuable in preparing for their chosen careers. Students learn from faculty who are renowned experts in their fields and gain working knowledge of topics which will impact their future decisions and interactions. For more information about specific courses and how credits may apply toward your degree, please e-mail the IUconnectED office or call 812-856-8548.

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