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Learning Technology Concentration in Designing Digital Learning in Schools (Graduate Certificate)

Program Summary

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Credits: 18 total

Degree: Graduate Certificate

College/School: College of Education and Human Development

Start Date: 8/24/2026

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Program Description

The 18-credit Concentration in Designing Digital Learning (DDLS) graduate certificate prepares P-12 teachers to design digital learning experiences for today’s classrooms and to assume leadership roles in implementing, supervising, managing, and integrating technology in schools.

The graduate certificate focuses on the interaction of design, technology, and content learning to influence P-12 teachers’ classroom practices in ways that promote their students’ abilities to problem solve, use information, participate productively in communities, become knowledgeable in disciplinary content, effectively communicate, and make ethical decisions.

Banner code: E1-CERG-LTCH-DDLS

Career Opportunities

Teacher leader in the design of classroom and school-based digital learning. Coaching other teachers as a school-based technology resource teacher

Courses

Program requirements are subject to change; please refer to the George Mason Course Catalog for the most up-to-date requirements.

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Details

Who should apply?

P-12 teachers who want to design engaging digital learning experiences and take on leadership roles in technology integration within their schools

Tuition and Financial Aid

Please refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees.

For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Additionally, your current employer may provide tuition reimbursement opportunities for graduate studies. (https://studentaccounts.gmu.edu/tuition-fees/)

Why choose George Mason?

Teachers will gain the expertise they need to become leaders in the use and design of digital learning in schools and in the development of strategies to successfully connect digital learning to knowledge outcomes. Students in this program will become proficient in using a range of technologies appropriate for P-12 teachers and will develop the knowledge base to support other teachers in the incorporation of digital learning in their teaching practices.

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Application Requirements

  • Graduate application and fee
  • Goals statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts from all previous institutions attended
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Contact

Program Contact

CEHD Office of Admissions
Phone: 703-993-2892

 

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