Micro certificates are short, focused credentials that validate specific skills or knowledge. Two micro certificates and the practicum can go toward the Master Online Teacher Certificate (MOT). Micro certificates be taken alone also. Those who complete a micro certificate will receive a badge and certificate.
Foundations in Online Teaching (Required for the MOT)
- Overview of online instruction
- Student assessment in online courses
- Instructional design in online courses
Foundations in online teaching plus one below must be taken for the MOT
Building an Inclusive Classroom
- Cultural responsiveness in the online classroom
- Encouraging communication in online learning
- Universal design principles for online learning
Building an Interactive Learning Environment
- Blended learning design and instruction
- Sims, labs, and multimedia for online learning
- Universal design principles for online learning
Building an Online Classroom
- Foundations of education resources
- Foundations of accessibility
- Technology tools for online learning
- Universal design principles for online learning
The Practicum course must also be taken to earn the MOT
