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  All this week, the Kent State University Kent Campus has offered a full slate of events in its 2023 Education Abroad Showcase, which serves as an introduction to the university’s education-abroad opportunities across the globe. Hosted by Kent State’s Office of Global Education, the theme for this week’s events is “Discover Boundless Horizons: Explore, Learn and Thrive Globally!”  More than 15 different presentations and activities have taken place this week, wrapping up with two events on Thursday, Sept. 21: CCI Explore Open House  2:30-5:30 p.m. Taylor&nbs...

Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation - Non-Degree

The Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation program provides educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to integrate technology into the classroom and prepare students for the digital world. The program is designed for certified teachers seeking to add a computer technology endorsement to their teaching license.

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Program Information for Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation - Non-Degree

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation non-degree program is intended for teachers who plan to teach computer applications or who want to assume technology coordinator positions in a school or at the school district level.

This endorsement must be added to an existing teaching license and cannot be obtained independently as a separate licensure. Students who hold a master’s degree in education or another appropriate field may be able to earn the endorsement with this non-degree program. Students without a master's degree may work toward both a master’s degree and the endorsement by applying to the M.Ed. degree in Educational Technology, Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation concentration.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admissions for Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation - Non-Degree

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Master’s degree in education or another appropriate field from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 GPA on a 4.000-point scale (last degree)
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Evidence of valid Resident Educator or Professional State of Ohio teaching license
  • Goal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation from academic and professional references

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Completers of this program will be able to:

  1. Use technology to create equitable and ongoing access to high-quality learning.
  2. Participate in and model ongoing professional development and lifelong learning relative to educational technology and innovations in pedagogy.
  3. Model and support educators to design learning experiences and environments to improve their instructional practice and student learning outcomes.
  4. Plan, provide and evaluate the impact of professional learning for educators and leaders to use technology to advance teaching and learning.
  5. Model and support the use of data to inform instruction and professional learning.
  6. Model digital citizenship and support educators and students in recognizing the responsibilities and opportunities inherent in living in a digital world.

Coursework

Program Requirements

Endorsement Requirements

Licensure Requirements
ETEC 57400TRENDS IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY 3
ETEC 67402MANAGING SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY CENTERS AND PROGRAMS 3
ETEC 67425MANAGING TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGE 3
ETEC 67426MANAGING SCHOOL TECHNOLOGIES 3
ETEC 67492PRACTICUM AND PORTFOLIO 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:15

Progression Requirements

  • Must maintain a minimum 3.000 overall GPA

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000

Licensure Information

Prior to program completion, the candidate must demonstrate proficiencies in the following areas (including but not limited to): data literacy and analysis; use of research and assessment data; leadership and collaboration; utilizing and supporting appropriate technology for the discipline; and application of professional dispositions, laws and policies, codes of ethics and professional standards appropriate to their field of specialization.

Candidates seeking Ohio teaching licensure are required to pass specific requirements in order to apply for licensure from the Ohio Department of Education (ODE). Students must pass the Ohio Assessment Exam (OAE) to obtain this licensure. Students should consult the Educational Technology program area for specific program requirements and refer to the Ohio Department of Education - Educator Preparation website for more information on assessments specific to licensure type.

Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Accreditation for Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation - Non-Degree

Accreditation

The Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation non-degree program has received national accreditation from the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), the professional organization that reviews licensure programs for the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation - Non-Degree

Computer science teachers, postsecondary

2.6%

slower than the average

38,500

number of jobs

$85,540

potential earnings

Education teachers, postsecondary

4.8%

about as fast as the average

77,300

number of jobs

$65,440

potential earnings

Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education

3.6%

about as fast as the average

627,100

number of jobs

$60,810

potential earnings

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

3.8%

about as fast as the average

1,050,800

number of jobs

$62,870

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Online and Blended Learning - Graduate Certificate

The Online and Blended Learning graduate certificate provides the skills people need to teach effectively online, whether they are teaching an entire course online or integrating web-based activities into a traditionally taught class. Students examine recommendations from research, design their own online modules and develop effective strategies for delivering instruction online.

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Program Information for Online and Blended Learning - Graduate Certificate

Coursework

Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
ETEC 67442DESIGNING ONLINE AND BLENDED COURSES 3
ETEC 67444TEACHING ONLINE AND BLENDED COURSES 3
ETEC 67449RESEARCH IN ONLINE AND BLENDED LEARNING 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:9

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Admissions for Online and Blended Learning - Graduate Certificate

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Goal statement of personal and professional objectives
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
  • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
  • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
  • Minimum 58 PTE score
  • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Online and Blended Learning - Graduate Certificate

Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary

2.1%

slower than the average

11,400

number of jobs

$90,340

potential earnings

Anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary

4.4%

about as fast as the average

7,200

number of jobs

$89,220

potential earnings

Architecture teachers, postsecondary

5.1%

faster than the average

8,500

number of jobs

$90,880

potential earnings

Area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary

4.9%

about as fast as the average

13,400

number of jobs

$78,840

potential earnings

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

5.6%

faster than the average

116,300

number of jobs

$69,690

potential earnings

Atmospheric, earth, marine, and space sciences teachers, postsecondary

1.9%

slower than the average

13,100

number of jobs

$94,520

potential earnings

Biological science teachers, postsecondary

9.3%

much faster than the average

64,700

number of jobs

$85,600

potential earnings

Business teachers, postsecondary

12.0%

much faster than the average

105,100

number of jobs

$88,010

potential earnings

Career/technical education teachers, middle school

3.1%

about as fast as the average

11,800

number of jobs

$62,270

potential earnings

Career/technical education teachers, postsecondary

1.1%

slower than the average

124,100

number of jobs

$55,620

potential earnings

Career/technical education teachers, secondary school

2.3%

slower than the average

73,800

number of jobs

$62,460

potential earnings

Chemistry teachers, postsecondary

4.3%

about as fast as the average

26,400

number of jobs

$80,400

potential earnings

Communications teachers, postsecondary

3.2%

about as fast as the average

35,600

number of jobs

$71,030

potential earnings

Computer science teachers, postsecondary

2.6%

slower than the average

38,500

number of jobs

$85,540

potential earnings

Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary

6.7%

faster than the average

16,800

number of jobs

$63,560

potential earnings

Economics teachers, postsecondary

5.2%

faster than the average

16,800

number of jobs

$107,260

potential earnings

Education teachers, postsecondary

4.8%

about as fast as the average

77,300

number of jobs

$65,440

potential earnings

Elementary school teachers, except special education

3.5%

about as fast as the average

1,452,100

number of jobs

$60,940

potential earnings

Engineering teachers, postsecondary

8.6%

much faster than the average

44,600

number of jobs

$103,600

potential earnings

English language and literature teachers, postsecondary

2.1%

slower than the average

81,300

number of jobs

$69,000

potential earnings

Environmental science teachers, postsecondary

3.7%

about as fast as the average

7,600

number of jobs

$84,740

potential earnings

Family and consumer sciences teachers, postsecondary

1.3%

slower than the average

2,500

number of jobs

$72,220

potential earnings

Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary

5.7%

faster than the average

30,600

number of jobs

$69,920

potential earnings

Forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary

2.2%

slower than the average

2,100

number of jobs

$87,400

potential earnings

Geography teachers, postsecondary

2.9%

slower than the average

4,800

number of jobs

$82,330

potential earnings

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

20.5%

much faster than the average

254,000

number of jobs

$99,090

potential earnings

History teachers, postsecondary

3.6%

about as fast as the average

26,000

number of jobs

$76,890

potential earnings

Kindergarten teachers, except special education

3.7%

about as fast as the average

127,700

number of jobs

$57,860

potential earnings

Library science teachers, postsecondary

3.0%

about as fast as the average

5,400

number of jobs

$71,580

potential earnings

Mathematical science teachers, postsecondary

1.3%

slower than the average

60,100

number of jobs

$73,650

potential earnings

Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education

3.6%

about as fast as the average

627,100

number of jobs

$60,810

potential earnings

Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary

17.6%

much faster than the average

72,900

number of jobs

$75,470

potential earnings

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary

6.7%

faster than the average

30,900

number of jobs

$76,160

potential earnings

Physics teachers, postsecondary

4.4%

about as fast as the average

17,100

number of jobs

$90,400

potential earnings

Political science teachers, postsecondary

4.9%

about as fast as the average

19,800

number of jobs

$85,760

potential earnings

Postsecondary teachers, all other

2.0%

slower than the average

245,900

number of jobs

$71,950

potential earnings

Preschool teachers, except special education

2.5%

slower than the average

540,400

number of jobs

$31,930

potential earnings

Psychology teachers, postsecondary

8.8%

much faster than the average

46,800

number of jobs

$78,180

potential earnings

Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary

2.6%

slower than the average

19,100

number of jobs

$66,290

potential earnings

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

3.8%

about as fast as the average

1,050,800

number of jobs

$62,870

potential earnings

Social sciences teachers, postsecondary, all other

-0.3%

little or no change

19,300

number of jobs

$69,340

potential earnings

Social work teachers, postsecondary

5.7%

faster than the average

17,300

number of jobs

$71,570

potential earnings

Sociology teachers, postsecondary

3.8%

about as fast as the average

17,000

number of jobs

$75,610

potential earnings

Special education teachers, all other

8.5%

much faster than the average

36,600

number of jobs

$62,820

potential earnings

Special education teachers, kindergarten and elementary school

2.9%

slower than the average

193,000

number of jobs

$60,620

potential earnings

Special education teachers, middle school

2.6%

slower than the average

84,700

number of jobs

$61,820

potential earnings

Special education teachers, preschool

8.3%

much faster than the average

23,000

number of jobs

$61,400

potential earnings

Special education teachers, secondary school

3.2%

about as fast as the average

143,000

number of jobs

$62,320

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Teaching and Learning with Technology - Undergraduate Certificate

The Teaching and Learning with Technology undergraduate certificate program will help you develop the skills and knowledge to integrate technology into your teaching to engage and inspire students in new and exciting ways. Explore the potential of technology to transform the classroom and shape the future of education.

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Program Information for Teaching and Learning with Technology - Undergraduate Certificate

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

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.

Admissions for Teaching and Learning with Technology - Undergraduate Certificate

Admissions

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students.

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 proficiency of the English language (unless they meet specific exceptions) through the submission of an English language proficiency test score or by completing English language classes at Kent State’s English as a Second Language Center before entering their program. For more information, visit the admissions website for international students.

Former Students: Former Kent State students who have not attended another institution since Kent State and were not academically dismissed will complete the re-enrollment process through the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center. Former students who attended another college or university since leaving Kent State must apply for admissions as a transfer or post-undergraduate student.

Transfer Students: Students who attended an educational institution after graduating from high school or earning their GED must apply as transfer students. For more information, visit the admissions website for transfer students.

Admission policies for undergraduate students may be found in the University Catalog's Academic Policies.

Students may be required to meet certain criteria to progress in their program. Any progression requirements will be listed on the program's Coursework tab

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. 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
  2. Deploy learning technologies and related strategies to fields like public health and communication
  3. Design technology-mediated solutions for improving education and related best practices
  4. Develop interventions for increasing learning outcomes and performances in education, communication and public health

Coursework

Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements
ETEC 39525EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY 3
ETEC 47400TRENDS IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY 3
ETEC 47427TECHNOLOGY AND LEARNING 3
ETEC 47496INDIVIDUAL INVESTIGATION IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY 1-3
Certificate Electives, choose from the following6
EMAT 21000
INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN
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
Minimum Total Credit Hours:16

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online
    • Mostly online
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Teaching and Learning with Technology - Undergraduate Certificate

Instructional coordinators

5.9%

faster than the average

192,900

number of jobs

$66,970

potential earnings

Librarians and media collections specialists

5.0%

faster than the average

146,500

number of jobs

$60,820

potential earnings

Training and development specialists

8.6%

much faster than the average

327,900

number of jobs

$62,700

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Teaching and Learning with Technology - Minor

The Teaching and Learning with Technology minor will equip you with the skills and knowledge to integrate technology into your teaching strategies, enhancing student learning and engagement.

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Program Information for Teaching and Learning with Technology - Minor

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Teaching and Learning with Technology minor will provide 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 major. 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.

Admissions for Teaching and Learning with Technology - Minor

Admissions

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

To declare this minor, students must have attempted a minimum 12 credit hours at Kent State and earned a minimum 2.000 overall Kent State GPA. Students who have not attempted 12 credit hours at Kent State will be evaluated for admission based on their high school GPA for new students or transfer GPA for transfer students. Transfer students who have not attempted 12 credit hours of college-level coursework at Kent State and/or other institutions will be evaluated based on both their high school GPA and college GPA.

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. 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
  2. Deploy learning technologies and related strategies to fields like public health and communication
  3. Design technology-mediated solutions for improving education and related best practices
  4. Develop interventions for increasing learning outcomes and performances in education, communication, and public health

Coursework

Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

Minor Requirements
ETEC 39525EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY 3
ETEC 47400TRENDS IN EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY 3
ETEC 47427TECHNOLOGY AND LEARNING 3
Minor Electives, choose from the following:6
EMAT 21000
INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN
EMAT 25310
CREATIVE CODING
EMAT 33310
HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION
ETEC 47403
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN
IT 11000
INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY APPS
IT 11009
COMPUTER ASSEMBLY AND CONFIGURATION
IT 13000
APPLIED SECURITY ESSENTIALS
IT 41010
MOBILE APPLICATIONS FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
PH 20010
INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC HEALTH INFORMATICS
UXD 20001
INTRODUCTION TO USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN
Minimum Total Credit Hours:15

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).
Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Fully online
    • Mostly online
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus (hybrid online/on-ground)

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