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E-Learning Letter of Accomplishment ONLINE


Gain knowledge and techniques to design and/or deliver e-learning platforms.

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Program Length: at least 12 months
Fees: $1,785 plus $100 registration fee
Credential: Earn an E-Learning Letter of Accomplishment from the University of Manitoba.

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Program Description

as listed in the 2019-2020 Academic Calendar

This two-streamed program, teaching and design, is for both new and more experienced educators and professional trainers who want to gain foundational knowledge and techniques in instructional design, e-learning technologies, teaching in an online environment, and the coordination of e-learning projects.

Credential Awarded

Letter of Accomplishment (LOA) in E-Learning

Who is the Program for?

The program is suited for you if you are a new or emerging teacher; educator, government or corporate trainer; or instructional designer.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the program, students must have an undergraduate degree. Students must also meet English Language Proficiency Requirements for admission to the University of Manitoba.

Program Objectives

As an LOA E-Learning graduate, you will have developed the unique skill set needed for teaching or designing the online learning experience.If you choose the Teaching Stream, you will:

  • Understand best teaching practices in an online environment
  • Use pedagogy and course outcomes as a guide for selecting learning technology
  • Identify measurable learning outcomes
  • Apply knowledge, strategies and tools to develop a detailed online teaching project

If you choose the instructional Design stream, you will:

  • Understand basic learning theories and their relation to instructional design
  • Use pedagogy and course outcomes as a guide for selecting learning technology
  • Write measurable learning outcomes
  • Apply knowledge, strategies and tools to develop a detailed online instructional design project

Opportunities

  • Enhanced skills for industry, government, or corporate trainers
  • Enhanced competencies for teachers and designers
  • Enhanced skills for leaders and other professionals

Program Length

The program will take a minimum of twelve months to complete. There is no maximum time limit for completion of the LOA.

Delivery Method

Online

Program Structure

Each stream involves three 36-hour courses for a total of 108 hours. Students are required to take all three of the required courses in their chosen stream and the Capstone course must be taken last.

Fees

$100 program application fee and $595 per course

Laddering Opportunities

The following four E-Learning courses are also elective course options in the Certificate in Program Development for Adult Learners (PDAL):

  • EDTC 0550 – Foundations of Teaching Online
  • EDTC 0560 – Using Technology for Teaching and Training
  • EDTC 0540 – Instructional Systems and Learning Technologies
  • EDTC 0530 – Instructional Design for E-Learning

Courses

Required Courses

Students are required to take all three of the courses in their stream. Teaching Stream:

  • EDTC 0550 – Foundations of Teaching Online
  • EDTC 0560 – Using Technology for Teaching and Training
  • EDTC 0592 – Applied Project in Teaching Online (Capstone)

Design Stream:

  • EDTC 0530 – Instructional Design for E-Learning
  • EDTC 0540 – Instructional Systems and Learning Technologies
  • EDTC 0590 – Applied Project in E-Learning Design (Capstone)

Course Schedule

TERMCOURSE NUMBERCOURSE NAME  (Courses run in Online formats)
FallEDTC 0550Foundations of Teaching Online
EDTC 0530Instructional Design for E-Learning
WinterEDTC 0560Using Technology for Teaching and Training
EDTC 0540Instructional Systems and Learning Technologies
SpringEDTC 0592Applied Project in Teaching Online (Capstone)
EDTC 0590Applied Project in E-Learning Design (Capstone)

FAQs

What is a Letter of Accomplishment (LOA)?

The Letter of Accomplishment credential indicates that you have successfully completed an intensive, focused program that addresses the educational requirements for a very precise field of study.

What is Online Learning?

Online learning is how we offer the course content. The where and when is completely up to you. You’re free to decide the way that you’d like to integrate the classroom into your life, whether you’d like to do the course work on lunch breaks, in bed, or on a picnic table on a leisurely Saturday afternoon. Simply download the course modules, and learn at your own pace. Remember, instructors are still available to help when you need it. Online courses are delivered through U of M’s online learning management system UM Learn.

What is the Capstone project?

The Capstone project is an assignment designed specifically to apply and showcase the skills you learned in the other courses in the program.

Can I enroll in individual courses if I’m not interested in the entire program?

Can I enroll in individual courses if I’m not interested in the entire program? Yes, you can enroll in individual courses. Completed courses can later be applied towards a Letter of Accomplishment in E-Learning.

Apply to the Program

1. Fill Out an Application Form

Download and submit a completed Program Application Form.
Program Application Form (PDF)

2. Gather Your Transcripts

Submit official transcripts of the highest level of education you have completed.

3. Submit Your Documents

Submit completed application form and transcripts to:
Student and Instructor Services

185 Extended Education Complex
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2
or by email: extended@umanitoba.ca

4. Register for Your Courses

You can register for courses either online or by email, mail, in person or fax.

Register by email, mail, in person or fax
Download and submit a completed Course Registration Form
Course Registration Form (PDF)

Register online

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  1. Choose course(s) listed under Teaching Stream Required Courses or Design Stream Required Courses.
  2. Register via the yellow registration button. If you have trouble with online registration, alternatively, you can register by mail.
  3. To Apply to the Program, complete and submit the Program Application Form

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You can register for courses either online or by email, mail, or fax. Please note, online registration is not supported on iOS (iPhone) and Android phone browsers.

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185 Extended Education Complex
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
R3T 2N2
Phone: +1 204 474-8800
Toll Free: 1 888 216-7011
Fax: +1 204 474-7661
Email: extended@umanitoba.ca

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Course overview

Student Quick Start Guide

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