Online Courses Handbook 2003

301782 v.2 Graduate Certificate in Learning Technologies

Introduction
This course is designed for experienced teachers, educators or leaders who typically hold a minimum of a recognised undergraduate degree. It enables students to develop and enhance their knowledge and understanding of learning technologies and their application in the student's own teaching. Units address individual student needs so that the knowledge and understanding gained may be applied to professional practice.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A relevant first degree, teaching qualifications and/or teaching experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study. It is anticipated that most students will study on a part-time basis. All units are self directed and are taught entirely via the Internet and CD-ROMs in distance study mode.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

301784 v.2 SMEC 555 - Learning Technologies for Teachers I 3.0 25.0

301792 v.2 SMEC 657 - Technology in the Classroom 3.0 25.0

301796 v.2 SMEC 556 - Learning Technologies for Teachers II 3.0 25.0

6575 v.9 SMEC 501 - Foundations and Issues 3.0 25.0

100.0