Education Programs
Online Learning and Teaching Graduate Diploma
Program Length: Two year online program
Fees: Enhanced tuition fees of $350 per credit; 30 credits
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The Program
The Graduate Diploma in Online Learning and Teaching is designed to provide educators in BC, and beyond, with a solid foundation in the pedagogical and technical expertise required to effectively use technology to support effective distributed learning in technology-mediated environments. Teachers enrolled in the program will gain insight into approaches and methodologies that advance the distributed learning experience for both the learner and the facilitator/teacher. Diploma graduates may enter the Masters of Education in Educational Leadership program with 30 graduate credits completed.
Career Opportunities
Online learning is expanding rapidly in BC and beyond. School districts are challenged to find qualified teachers to meet this demand and to meet the Ministry of Education's requirement that distributed learning teachers be appropriately qualified. BC school districts and distributed learning schools have strongly encouraged Faculties of Education to develop an accredited program to meet this need.
Admission Requirements
- Completion of a Bachelor of Education degree with a cumulative grade point average of "B" in the final two years.
Notes on Admission
Students who meet or exceed the minimum admission requirements may not necessarily be admitted to the program.
Transfer from other institutions
Applicants may apply to the Dean for possible transfer credits from other accredited graduate programs
Start Date and Application Deadline
The program starts in September and applications are accepted between November 15 and May 31. For further information regarding late applications and program contacts please contact the Education Department at (250) 740-6414.
Program Outline
Year 1 |
Credits |
|---|---|
Fall Semester |
|
OLTD 501 - (Introduction to Online Learning - Competencies and Environments) |
3 |
OLTD 502 - (Digital Learning Continuum) |
3 |
Spring Semester |
|
OLTD 503 - (Online Communication) |
3 |
OLTD 504 - (Learning Systems) |
3 |
OLTD 505 - (Open Educational Resources) |
3 |
Total Credits |
15 |
Year 2 |
Credits |
|---|---|
Fall Semester |
|
OLTD 506 - (Special Topics - Social Media) |
3 |
OLTD 507 - (Cloud Computing) |
3 |
Spring Semester |
|
OLTD 508 - (Mobile Learning and Gaming) |
3 |
OLTD 509 - (Emergent Environments and Technologies) |
3 |
OLTD 510 - (Capstone Learnings) |
3 |
Total Credits |
15 |
Total Program Credits |
30 |
Note: the Graduate Diploma in Online Learning and Teaching program is cohort based and offered in a totally online environment.
Updated: April 4, 2012