Have you ever thought about traveling overseas to teach
others how to speak English? Or maybe you’d like to work with a humanitarian
outreach organization? With our new certificate program, you can gain essential
skills for teaching and/or tutoring non-native English speakers—no previous
experience in education required!
The graduate certificate in Teaching English as an
International Language (TEIL) is designed for bachelor’s degree holders who do
not have a background in education but want to teach English language learners
abroad and in other scenarios where a teaching license is not required.
As a TEIL student, you’ll learn strategies to work with
English language learners in a variety of settings both in the U.S. and abroad
including humanitarian outreach organizations, private/parochial schools,
tutoring opportunities with non-native students, missions work or international
work with multi-national companies.
Applicants to the TEIL online program must have a bachelor’s
degree earned from a regionally-accredited institution, but all fields of study
and backgrounds are welcome. Also, there are no additional prerequisites to
enter the program.
Click here to learn more about this exciting new program: https://uofl.me/2OdvK3K.
Bonus points: Earn
this as a standalone graduate certificate or as part of a UofL master’s degree
(must be approved by an advisor).
UofL’s military-focused online programs brochure wins UPCEA Gold Award
The University of Louisville was once again recognized by UPCEA for its creative marketing targeting online military students. The booklet “Keep Moving Forward” won the Gold award in the “Brochure/Booklet” category.
The winning piece is specifically designed to address the benefits of online learning at UofL for current or past active-duty military and service members. It was one of the hundreds of exciting creative pieces submitted for the marketing award.
This brochure was part of an important and ongoing effort to support awareness and recruiting efforts for online programs with our active-duty and veteran population. The customized piece presents content that targets the needs and desires of service members interested in pursuing an online program in a flexible, affordable and convenient manner at a reputable R-1 research institution.
This marks the team’s second consecutive win with UPCEA, the leading association for professional, continuing and online education.
About the Brochure
The main objective for this 6×6 four-fold brochure is to
provide concise essential information at-a-glance and serve as a
quick-reference or leave-behind collateral for UofL Online recruiters,
education services representatives on military bases, and faculty or staff who
interact with military audiences.
The cover page features an image of the university
president’s hall and the call to action “Keep Moving Forward” to encourage
prospective students to continue growing in their career. It also features a
military-friendly school seal awarded for 2019-2020 period by
MilitaryFriendly.com for UofL’s commitment to facilitating a smooth transition
from military life to student life and providing quality education on campus
and online. The inner panels highlight the advantages of learning online, some
of the school and program rankings (i.e., US News & World Report;
Kiplinger’s top 100), available online programs and student support services,
and a direct link to application and admission information.
The creative aligns with the university branding guidelines, using UofL’s color scheme and typography in a bold design, with high contrast that allows the information to stand out. The use of images of actual UofL students who are not in military uniform was intentional, to induce a sense of life after — and outside of — service.
UPCEA Awards
The UPCEA Marketing Awards recognize the best marketing practices and promotional pieces, as well as enrollment excellence, in the field of professional, continuing, and online education. UPCEA members enter their finest work for the academic year in the awards competition. A panel of marketing, communication and design professionals review each piece against a standard set of criteria. The panel then chooses recipients and announcements happen each fall.
The University of Louisville offers degrees and certificate programs 100% online, delivering quality online education to non-traditional students and professionals who need alternative learning delivery methods and want to earn a college degree or certificate to start or advance their career — from wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for them.
Notably, UofL has been proudly recognized in the top 15% of military friendly schools for over a decade. To read more about military benefits and support, visit http://louisville.edu/online/military.
For more information about becoming an online student at the University of Louisville, visit uofl.me/2r74Gva.
Online programs at the University of Louisville (UofL) deliver the legacy, experience and impact of a traditional UofL education to students around the world. With 40+ online bachelor’s, master’s and certificate programs across various areas of study, we extend the opportunity to earn a nationally-renowned education and join the Cardinal family to all students—no matter where they are. (Fun fact: current students and graduates represent 50 U.S. territories and over 80 countries!)
The new campaign for UofL’s online programs sums up this sentiment in three simple words: “Wherever you are.”
But here’s the thing: this slogan isn’t meant to represent just your physical location. It’s your state of mind. It’s your stage in life. It’s your needs, your priorities, your education.
We empower the single parent. The working professional. The active duty service member. The veteran. The adult learner. Those without a bachelor’s degree and those simply looking to further their education. In other words, no matter where you are in life, or what you’re going through, or what responsibilities you’re juggling, UofL’s online programs are designed to meet you there.
Wherever you are, we’re there too.
THE COMMERCIAL SPOTS
UofL’s Wherever You Are commercial series centers around showcasing how we bring the tradition and legacy of our university to our online students, while also highlighting our diverse online student population and their unique needs. To emphasize the “wherever you are” concept, the second half of the :30 commercial features quick cuts that are designed to both imitate the fast-moving, busy pace of adult life and depict the ability to earn these degrees from wherever is most convenient for you.
The Talent & Locations
Notably, the commercial features significant talent acting as our student personas. First, we landed an actual UofL alumni, who takes on the role of the working parent, returning to further his education and set an example for his son. (Bonus: he plays this role with his actual son by his side!) Next, the woman playing the role of our military student has actual ties to the military herself. You can find her maroon deployment hoodie and her military-issued backpack and workout clothes all featured. We may have shot in areas local to Louisville, but these are locations that could really be in any city around the world—coffee shops, office buildings, parks, home environments.
The Cardinal Family
Through the unexpected surprise of our cast’s connection to their characters, our commercial gained a deepened air of authenticity to help our message take root and grow. That message? You can be from any walk of life, anywhere in the world, and still be part of UofL’s Cardinal family.
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UofL Online Programs
The University of Louisville is a nationally-recognized research university (one of the oldest in America) located in Kentucky’s largest metropolitan area (pronounced Lou-uh-vulh, for the record). The online “campus” at UofL offers 40+ programs in various areas of study, designed for adult learners who want to further their education while juggling other priorities.
The best part?A degree earned online at UofL is still a UofL degree. The name of your degree will not indicate whether you completed your degree online, on campus or through a combination of both. Not only that, but our programs are designed and taught by real, world-class university faculty, meaning you will get the UofL experience without ever stepping foot on campus. It’s online education. But it won’t feel like it.
The education requirements for teachers in Kentucky may have changed, but that hasn’t altered the commitment teachers feel to furthering their education. In appreciation of their commitment, the University of Louisville (UofL) has reduced tuition by 25 percent for a select set of teaching programs.
Betty Hampton, Director of Graduate Services for the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at UofL, talked withInsider Louisville about what that means for teachers in the context of reducing barriers they face along the path to advancement.
From her experience helping individual teachers understand their options every day, Hampton knows that teachers face various barriers to earning a master’s degree or certifications—including cost, time commitment and learning methods. According to Hampton, the main reason UofL makes it so easy for educators to go back to school is that the CEHD faculty and staff listen to feedback from alumni and program candidates, and ask, “What can we do to remove those barriers?”
Hampton adds that the state and school districts within the Commonwealth—including Jefferson County Public Schools—regularly provide incentives for teachers to continue their education, such as higher salaries. And now it is easier than ever for Kentucky educators to continue their education—thanks to the 100% online programs at UofL.
Hampton shares three main questions teachers ask, and explains how UofL makes strides to help graduate students overcome them.
Q. How can I afford to continue my education?
A. With UofL’s new tuition reduction program!
Starting summer 2019, teachers enrolled in specific graduate programs at UofL will get a reduced graduate tuition rate of 25 percent off standard graduate tuition, for programs including:
Master of Education in Teacher Leadership The ten courses in this program (30 credit hours) are designed for certified teachers in Kentucky who want to develop leadership skills that can impact and influence students and peers within their classroom, school and district. Curriculum is structured to strengthen skills in assessment, evaluation, curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Specialized courses are tailored to specific content areas and grade levels.
Master of Education in Special Education with Moderate and Severe Disabilities (MSD) ConcentrationBetty HamptonThe special education licensure program provides a strong foundation in general education content, special education theory and methods, and teaching experience. Extensive classroom experience allows students to develop the skills, competencies and confidence for successful teaching, including strategies for inclusion, behavior management, social skill instruction and modifying instruction in the general curriculum.
Teaching Endorsements (P-12) In addition to master’s degrees, UofL offers programs designed to broaden the expertise and knowledge base of educators while adding valuable credentials through certifications to a Kentucky teaching license. Qualifying programs include:
Classroom Reading Endorsement (P-12)
English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement (P-12)
Q. How can I manage school in addition to teaching and taking care of my family?
A. Through fully online programs at UofL!
The degrees and programs listed above are delivered 100 percent online and offered each semester, including the summer. Endorsement programs can be completed anytime, anywhere, with no set times to meet. For the master’s degree, some courses are interactive webcam sessions that begin at 4:30 p.m. or later. Students can complete their work on their own time and have plenty of opportunities to engage with classmates and faculty. The flexibility to “be in the classroom” from anywhere helps teachers learn around their schedule and family commitments.
Q. Why is UofL the right choice for me?
A. The quality of education and the UofL faculty’s expertise and commitment to students’ success…
“Our faculty members are leaders in their field,” explains Hampton. “They are practicing teachers, experts in their field, and leaders in research. We have a wide scope of educator specialists, from STEM subjects to special education, which other universities can’t offer.”
In addition, faculty and staff in UofL’s College of Education and Human Development are committed to Kentucky teachers and the communities in which they teach. “A master’s degree, Rank I program or certification program not only supports the individual teacher, it supports the students they teach and their families,” notes Hampton.
And… It’s not just the faculty at UofL that are best-in-class. UofL’s Graduate Education online programs have been recognized for instruction quality and learning outcomes by US NEWS & WORLD REPORT in 2019. Also, UofL was ranked as one of the top online colleges in Kentucky for 2018 and 2019 by TheBestSchools.org.
“Teachers are lifelong learners,” Hampton notes. “A master’s degree may not be required, but teachers know the value of quality higher education for their students and for themselves. Graduate programs open up career options for teachers who aspire to enhance their classroom teaching skills, take on principal roles or become specialists in specific educational areas.”
We call upon all teachers to enhance their skills and help lead the way for better education in Kentucky. Our graduate programs are designed to help you excel as a teacher in your classroom and beyond, now and in the future—and help you meet your personal and professional career goals.
