Technology-Enhanced Learning - Digital Capabilities & The Learner Experience - Microcredential
The programme aims to enhance your capability to extend professional practice goals through the use of digital technologies, and to develop strategies to facilitate technology-enhanced learning and teaching experiences.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) | Special Purpose | QQI | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
12 weeks
Delivery: Blended - Livestream with some directed e-learning activities.
Indicative Timetable: These online courses consist of two full-day virtual sessions from 10.00-17.00, combined with four two-hour virtual classroom sessions, and directed online activities. Virtual classes will take place from 16.00-18.00 on Thursdays.
Entry Requirements
Candidates will be learning professionals working in a further education and training setting or similar. Candidates will typically have a Certificate (major award) at Level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications (or equivalent) in any discipline.
For applicants whose first language is not English, please note the English language entry requirements.
The College operates a Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) scheme meaning applicants who do not meet the normal academic requirements will be considered based on relevant work and other experience.
Technology/Participation Requirements
Participants should have the ability to use ICT independently to find information, create and manage files, and communicate with others. For online sessions, participants will require administrator access to a personal computing device such as a laptop or desktop computer running Windows or MacOS (tablets are not appropriate) with a reliable internet connection of >1mbps, web browser software (i.e. internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari or Chrome), Flash Player, a headset with built-in microphone, and a webcam.
It is the responsibility of each student to ensure their computer is functioning correctly and that they have full administrator rights. NCI IT cannot provide support for these personal devices.
A Laptop Loan Scheme is available for eligible students to assist them in completing their chosen course.
Careers / Further progression
Students who successfully complete this course may progress to complete other programmes at level 7 or 8 subject to appropriate RPEL and admissions processes.
Further information
Start Date: September 2024. May be offered at other times in the year subject to numbers.
€1,200 Total Fee. (Fees revised annually).
Application: Apply online at www.ncirl.ie
You will engage with current thinking on the integration of digital technologies and resources in teaching/instruction and learning, and in self-reflection on current practices. You will investigate a range of appropriate technologies and develop instructional strategies to enhance teaching/ instruction and learning, as well as build on your own learners’ digital capabilities. Following a practitioner inquiry model, you will develop the knowledge, skills and competence to systematically plan, implement and evaluate instructional strategies that integrate technology.
The programme aims to enhance your capability to extend professional practice goals through the use of digital technologies, and to develop strategies to facilitate technology-enhanced learning and teaching experiences.
Award
This certificate is awarded by QQI at level 7 (10 ECTS) on the National Framework of Qualifications.
• Digital Capabilities and the Learner Experience (10 ECTS)
Microcredentials in Technology-Enhanced Learning:
These short, online courses cover one module, allowing you to focus on one specific aspect of technology-enhanced learning while also providing a pathway to further qualifications in this area at NCI. The following Microcredentials are currently available through our Centre for Education and Lifelong Learning.
Course information: 1800 221 721
Reception: (01) 4498500
Email: admissions@ncirl.ie
Web: www.ncirl.ie
We are located at:
Mayor St, IFSC,
Dublin 1,
D01 K6W2