Full Description

The Computer Science Endorsement Preparation non-degree program is intended for teachers who want to become computer science educators or assume various 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 an undergraduate 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 Science 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.

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 (starting with spring 2027 admission term, a bachelor's degree is required)
• 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

Program Learning Outcomes

Completers of this program will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of computer science content and model important principles and concepts:
   1. Demonstrate knowledge of and proficiency in data representation and abstraction;
   2. Effectively design, develop and test algorithms;
   3. Demonstrate knowledge of digital devices, systems and networks; and
   4. Demonstrate an understanding of the role computer science plays and its impact in the modern world.
2. Plan and teach computer science lessons/units using effective and engaging practices and methodologies.
3. Design environments that promote effective teaching and learning in computer science classrooms and online learning environments and promote digital citizenship.
4. Create and maintain safe, ethical, supportive, fair and effective learning environments for all students.
5. Participate in, promote and model ongoing professional development and lifelong learning relative to computer science and computer science education.

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

The Computer Science 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 Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

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.

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

Admission Requirements

Applications to the Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation non-degree program are not being accepted at this time.

• 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

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.

• Delivery:
  • Fully online

Applications to the Computer Technology Endorsement Preparation non-degree program are not being accepted at this time.

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).

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Develop online and blended learning modules that align course objectives, learning activities and assessments using evidence-based instructional design frameworks.
2. Select and implement appropriate online platforms, multimedia resources and interactive tools to support learner engagement and collaboration.
3. Create and apply assessments that accurately measure student learning outcomes in online and blended contexts, including formative and summative methods.
4. Employ strategies for effective online teaching, including active learning techniques, learner interaction facilitation and feedback delivery.
5. Critically assess the quality, accessibility and inclusivity of online instructional materials and activities using established evaluation rubrics.
6. Ensure online instructional materials comply with accessibility guidelines (e.g., WCAG, ADA) and promote equitable participation for diverse learners.
7. Use data from learning management systems and online activities to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies.

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

Admission Requirements

Applications to the Online and Blended Learning graduate certificate are not being accepted at this time.

• 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

• Delivery:
  • Fully online

Applications to the Online and Blended Learning graduate certificate are not being accepted at this time. 

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.

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

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

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