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Instructional Technology Endorsement (P-12) Program Now Offered 100% Online

By admin | October 14, 2015

Louisville, KY (10/14/2015) – The University of Louisville and the College of Education and Human Development are happy to announce that the Instructional Technology Endorsement (P-12) has joined their expanding repertoire of acclaimed online programs. This 100% online endorsement is based on the theory of Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) and is structured to help educators expand their technological skill set, while successfully and appropriately integrating modern technology into P-12 classrooms. The Instructional Technology Endorsement (ITE) is the second teaching endorsement, along with the Classroom Reading Endorsement (CRE), to be offered fully online at the University of Louisville.

While the speed of advancements in modern technology can often be a challenge for educators as they strive to remain at the forefront of the 21^st Century classroom environment, the online ITE program is designed to empower teachers through multifaceted, cutting edge technological training. This endorsement gives educators the thorough knowledge to embark upon efficiently introducing new technological tools to their P-12 classrooms.

With continual developments in digital culture, the ITE is relevant for educators of all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, as focus is placed on the many benefits that new technology can bring to the P-12 classroom. Teachers of all levels are able to advance their knowledge of technological implementation to educate and inspire success in their own students via the most modern digital, web, and technology-based classroom tools.

With a 100% online format, the ITE offers connectivity and flexibility at the same time. The online course sessions are conducted synchronously, with predetermined course/meeting times, and recorded for easy asynchronous access, anytime and anywhere, to fit into the schedule of any working professional. This makes the online ITE an excellent choice for those teachers who are currently working in the field, and need scheduling flexibility for their pursuits of continuing education.

To be eligible for admission into the Instructional Technology Endorsement (P-12) program, applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and hold a valid initial teacher certificate. The program may be completed as a standalone endorsement, or as part of either the University of Louisville’s Master of Education in Teacher Leadership, with emphasis in Instructional Technology, or the Rank I program for Kentucky educators.

The 100% online Instructional Technology Endorsement (P-12) brings new educational opportunities to the acclaimed lineup of online course offerings at the University of Louisville. It is a perfect program for motivated educators who are looking to increase their marketability, expand their skill set through dynamic technological knowledge for the 21^st Century classroom, stand out within their fields and truly inspire future generations.

About UofL Online Learning

The University of Louisville (UofL) is a nationally recognized metropolitan research university with a commitment to the liberal arts and sciences and to the intellectual, cultural, and economic development of our diverse community of learners.
UofL Online Learning (www.louisville.edu/online) connects nontraditional students with learning opportunities that provide value to their professional advancement and personal development.

For more information, visit http://louisville.edu/online/programs/graduate-certificate-programs/instructional-technology-endorsement/

Contact:
Laura Dorman, University of Louisville Office of Online Learning, 2301 S. 3^rd Street, Ekstrom Library, Belknap Campus, Louisville, KY 40292; (502)627.0856; (800)871.8635; laura.dorman@louisville.edu.

A prestigious award for Dr. Jacob Gross’ outstanding work!

By admin | September 1, 2015

Dr. Jacob Gross, assistant professor in the College of Education and Human Development, Department of Educational Leadership, Evaluation, and Organizational Development (ELEOD) at the University of Louisville, has received the Robert P. Huff Golden Quill Award and was recognized with this honor at the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators’ (NASFAA) annual conference awards ceremony. This award is given annually to exceptional scholars for their significant contributions to literature on student financial aid.

Dr. Gross is the most junior faculty to receive this award joining top scholars, who have been previously honored by the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA), such as Will Doyle at Vanderbilt, Laura Perna at UofPenn, and Bridget Terry Long at Harvard.

Dr. Gross’ expertise and research areas include educational attainment of
underrepresented groups; postsecondary access and student success; policy analysis; financial aid; interplay between state and institutional postsecondary policy; and social theory.

Dr. Gross has served as the Editor for the Journal of Student Financial Aid (JSFA) since 2011, and as a JSFA Editorial Board member from 2008 to 2011. During his time as Editor, he worked to move JSFA to a new journal management system, built an Editorial Board comprised of both researchers and practitioners for a more balanced review process, and actively recruited research that is both practitioner-relevant and of the highest scholarship.

Dr. Gross has contributed greatly to the field of student financial aid with multiple research studies and articles focused on postsecondary access and student success; policy analysis; and financial aid published in other highly respected research journals including: Journal of Higher Education, Research in Higher Education, and NASFAA’s Journal of Student Financial Aid, as well as several book chapters focused on multiple aspects of student financial aid.

In his acceptance speech, Dr. Gross said “I am honored and humbled by this recognition. As a former Pell Grant recipient and someone who believes deeply that access to higher education is a human right, I want to thank NASFAA for serving as a tireless advocate for equity and access. As a researcher who has never worked in financial aid, I want to say thank you for being the kind of organization where I feel comfortable, at home, and where I never feel bad about asking questions.”

The Golden Quill Award is the most recent of Dr. Gross’ honors, which include similar recognitions from:

ASHE/Lumina Dissertation Fellowship, 2008-2009
Spencer Foundation/Indiana University Discipline-Based Scholarship in Education Associateship, August 2006 – May 2008
AIR/NCES Graduate Fellowship Recipient, 2007-2008
AIR/NCES/NSF National Summer Data Policy Institute Fellow, June 2005
Poynter Center/NSF Graduate Research Ethics Education in Social Sciences Fellow, June 2005

About this award: The Robert P. Huff Golden Quill Award is typically presented each year to an individual or individuals chosen for their contributions to the field of higher education services and specifically the literature on student financial aid.

The award is named in honor of Bob Huff, former director of financial aid at Stanford University, an outstanding contributor to the scholarly literature on student aid. Bob received the first Golden Quill Award in 1984.

Nominees for the award are judged on the basis of published work which exemplifies the highest quality of research methodology, analysis, or topical writing on the subject of student financial aid or its administration.

About NASFAA: NASFAA’s mission is to provide professional development for financial aid administrators; advocates for public policies that increase student access and success; serves as a forum on student financial aid issues, and is committed to diversity throughout all activities.

NASFAA has nearly 20,000 members, student financial assistance professionals at approximately 3,000 colleges, universities, and career schools across the country. NASFAA member institutions serve nine out of every ten undergraduates in the U.S.

About CEHD: The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at the University of Louisville is focused on providing excellent service, resources and tools for success for all students, in the classroom and in their profession. CEHD offers a variety of programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels that have gained a strong national reputation for their high quality and rigorous curriculum. Programs are delivered face-to-face as well as fully online or through a combination of the two learning methods. To see the online programs offered at UofL, visit http://louisville.edu/online.

Classroom Reading Endorsement (P-12) now offered 100% online!

By Laura Dorman | April 10, 2015

The University of Louisville and the College of Education and Human Development are excited to announce the addition of the Classroom Reading Endorsement (P-12) to their repertoire of online programs. This endorsement prepares teachers to become the literacy leaders of today and tomorrow and create dynamic learning environments that are both intellectually challenging and empowering for students with varied abilities.

The inquiry-centric and research-driven curriculum makes this program unique as it engages teachers to connect pedagogic approaches and concepts with real-world classroom settings to maximize students’ potential.

The online CRE (P-12) program is designed to develop and support teachers as researchers in their own classroom where they can uncover how to effectively help every student in finding his or her own unique pathway to literacy. Educators with a CRE (P-12) can gain increased marketability and advancement within the field. Additionally, completion of this program brings opportunity for leadership roles, career focus transitioning, and increased salaries. Endorsement students have the opportunity to grow professionally while expanding their credentials to excel in the creation and implementation of cutting edge P-12 literacy based learning methods.

The CRE (P-12) curriculum is aligned with the standards and requirements of the International Literacy Association (ILA) and the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE).

Speaking to the tremendous value of this program, for both teachers and students, Lori Norton-Meier, Ph.D., Literacy Program Coordinator at UofL, said: “The word ‘inquiry’ is central to our mission and program design. We don’t just lecture on best practices – we create opportunities for teachers to be inquirers in their own classrooms – that’s what makes us different from other programs which are more prescribed and rigid. We build on teachers’ expertise and empower teachers to be researchers in their own classroom. It is the only way we are going to make a real difference for every reader and writer in our classrooms! We have to keep questioning, keep wondering and keep studying our practice. We believe that the teaching and learning are found in each teacher’s classroom – that is why we are so excited about this online program – it moves the learning out of a university classroom and into realistic settings.”

The Classroom Reading Endorsement (P-12) 18 credit hours program is now being offered in a 100% online format, providing great ease and flexibility in accommodating the schedules of current teaching professionals. Utilizing a proven applied-knowledge method to enhance various personal learning styles, students will have the freedom to access their course content from any location, while selecting a predetermined time of day for their online sessions.

To be considered for admission, CRE (P-12) online program applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree as well as a valid initial teacher certification. The endorsement can be completed as a standalone online program, or in conjunction with the University of Louisville’s Master of Education in Teacher Leadership or Master of Education in Literacy, as well as a Rank I program.

The University of Louisville continues its commitment to advance the knowledge of educators through endorsement and extension programs. The online P-12 Classroom Reading Endorsement program is another great example of such program that allows them to truly stand out in their profession and lead the efforts of improving literacy in their classroom, community and the nation.

Please contact us with any questions – our online learning counselors are happy to answers your questions and connect you with the resources you need to apply and enroll at UofL.

Online Higher Ed. Administration program recognized nationally

By admin | November 7, 2014

The University of Louisville’s online Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration program is the nation’s third best online education degree program, according to TheBestSchools.org.

The site ranked the top 25 programs, based on a combination of academic excellence, types of available classes, faculty strength, other rankings and reputation.

Among other areas, higher education professionals work in student affairs, academic affairs, fundraising, admissions, registrar, financial aid and advising services, while some degree seekers also work in management positions at nonprofit foundations, international associations and government agencies.

According to TheBestSchools.org, the Master in Higher Education degree “prepares graduates to solve the many challenging issues facing higher education institutions. These degree programs train higher education professionals to plan, oversee, and increase the effectiveness of higher education.”

In choosing the 100% online Higher Education Administration program at UofL, the site cited the university’s high research activity and accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).

“The 100-percent online Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration 36-credit hour degree provides graduates with an opportunity to find careers in two-year and four-year colleges and universities,” the site noted. “Students can complete the degree program in as little as two years. The degree plan of study includes core coursework and an internship in a post-secondary education setting.”

The write-up also highlighted particular courses offered in the Higher Education Administration program, including Philosophy of Higher Education, The American College and University and Research Methods and Statistics.

To learn more about the program, including the full degree map and course descriptions, visit the Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration online.

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