Postgraduate Certificate in Digital & Collaborative Learning
Level 8 – NZQA accredited
A flexible postgraduate qualification designed to develop capabilities and skills in response to a new generation of highly digital students. This qualification also provides highly relevant professional development for the Digital Technologies learning areas | Hangarau Matihiko tupuranga of the New Zealand curriculum.
Key Learnings
Gain new theoretical and practical knowledge about teaching and learning, supported by research and applied practice
Build your knowledge of contemporary education practices and learn how to integrate relevant technologies and techniques into your classroom
Develop a more student-centered and collaborative approach to learning
Identify opportunities to innovate and lead in your professional practice
Programme Overview
This qualification enables teachers to drive impact and lead change, drawing from research and contemporary teaching practice to develop a critical understanding of new educational policies and practices.
Developed by leading education experts, and underpinned by applied, practical knowledge for implementation into your teaching practice, this innovative, blended postgraduate qualification provides a highly recognised postgraduate certificate for all New Zealand educators.
The 32-week programme is structured primarily through online learning with two sets of face-to-face block sessions, held over two days during the school holidays.
Locations
Click the intake to see current and upcoming locations for this programme.
Key Benefits
Upskill your teaching practice without disruption to your career
Lead impactful change through applied knowledge and collaboration
Network with a community of like-minded educators
Prepare for the new 2020 digital technology curriculum areas
Scholarships
ADVANCE Education Scholarships
ADVANCE Education Scholarships are available to cover $1,250 + GST of the tuition fees for all public school educators, leaving just $1,500 + GST to pay.
ADVANCE Plus Scholarships
Educators from Decile 1-4 schools may be eligible for a full $2,750 + GST ADVANCE Plus scholarship. Terms and conditions apply.
For more information please see Scholarships & Subsidies.
Payment Options
$2,750 + GST
ADVANCE Education Scholarships
Scholarships are available to all public school teachers. See above for more information.
StudyLink
Postgraduate students are eligible to apply for StudyLink Student Loans. Visit www.studylink.govt.nz to apply.
Early-Bird Discount
There is an Early-Bird offer of 10% off for independent (private), early childhood, and tertiary educators who enroll 6 weeks or earlier.
Fees-Free Study
Check whether you are able to access fees-free education by visiting www.feesfree.govt.nz.
School Sponsorship
Option to request invoice to your school or board if they are paying all or part of the fee on your behalf.
Course Outline
The Certificate consists of the following four integrated course components:
CISC8110: Digital and Collaborative Learning in Context – 15 credits
Based on contemporary educational theory, policy and research, identify and evaluate the potential of digital and collaborative learning to positively impact on educational practice and outcomes.
CISC8104: Leadership in Digital and Collaborative Learning – 15 credits
Lead innovation in digital and collaborative learning that draws upon concepts of transformational leadership theory, educational theory and research.
CISC8101: Research and Community Informed Practice – 15 credits
Become a critical reviewer of research relevant to specific education practice or field of expertise. Develop a deeper understanding of literature reviews, and research-informed practice to formulate research questions in a field of study.
CISC8100: Applied Practice in Context – 15 credits
Critically examine and contextualise teaching philosophies and applied practice to develop a critical understanding of how indigenous knowledge and cultural responsiveness, society, ethics, environment and law inform education and teaching.
