Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Technologies consists of 4 units of study which aims to prepare teachers to meet the growing demands of educational technologies, which are available to teachers and commonly used by students and the pedagogy around their use.
Course Description:
This is a new course commencing in 2012. The significant and increasing use of educational technologies in the classroom has brought new demands and challenges for teachers in Primary and Secondary schools. The Graduate Certificate in Educational Technologies aims to provide understanding, confidence and tools for Primary and Secondary teachers to enable them to incorporate educational technologies into a variety of teaching contexts, combining a formal education with reflective and research components. Hands-on experience will allow teachers to develop a high degree of competence in the use of tools that enhance teacher capabilities and learning outcomes and promote student engagement.
Aims & Objectives:
This program aims to provide: Knowledge and competence to integrate educational technologies confidently into teaching practiceCapabilities to creatively use and conceptualise education technologies for pedagogical supportCompetence to integrate theory with practice in the use of educational technologiesThe ability to confidently use educational technologies in collaborative ways, with colleagues and students
Course Structure:
The Graduate Certificate in Educational Technologies consists of 50 credit points comprising four compulsory units of study, each worth 12.5 credit points. Units of study will be offered in six week study blocks. The minimum time to complete the program is 12 months.
Units of Study:
To qualify for the Graduate Certificate in Educational Technologies students must complete the following four prescribed units of study: HIT5801 Educational Technologies in the Classroom HIT5802 The Teacher and Educational Technologies HIT5803 The Learner and Educational Technologies HIT5804 Leadership in Educational Technologies
Entry Requirements:
Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Educational Technologies is available to domestic applicants who hold a recognised teaching qualification and have relevant professional experience as required for graduate certificate entry. It is preferred that candidates are currently practicing educators.
Course Fees:
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.For information about Swinburne's fees visit: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees
Scholarships:
For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit: www.swin.edu.au/scholarships
Application Procedure:
Application forms can be downloaded from the How to Apply website.
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)Email: study@swinburne.edu.au
