No prior experience in online teaching is required for this micro-credential. While the program is suitable for all postsecondary educators looking to enhance their skills, those new to teaching might consider beginning with the Online Teaching Fundamentals program. The Empowered Educator program is designed for a broad range of educational roles, not exclusively for current instructors or professors, allowing participants to leverage their professional experiences in various educational capacities.
Yes! We have opportunities built into the program for discussion sessions on Zoom on a weekly basis. These sessions allow you to interact with your peers, ask questions about specific topics with your program facilitator, or share your learning journey. Discussion sessions typically occur during the lunch hour from 12-1pm. More information will be on Brightspace once you register for your course.
Throughout the Empowered Educator program, you’ll work through six modules, engage in a range of activities in our Learning Management System. Exercises in the course include completing readings, interactive activities and assessments. You’ll be asked to create activities using a range of educational technologies. Successfully finishing all course components and submitting your activities results in earning the Empowered Educator Micro-credential, which recognizes your ability to enhance learning experiences with new technologies.
Simply register above to automatically enroll. Once registered, become comfortable with Brightspace. Start your course on the start date and attend as many sessions as possible to contribute to our growing community of practice and maximize your learning experience. More information around next steps will be on Brightspace once you are registered in the course.
We’re excited to have you join the program!
If you’d like to register multiple participants, you can purchase multiple seats and assign them to each individual taking the course.
For group registrations of more than five people or to explore options for a custom cohort, please reach out to us at d2lsupport@ecampusontario.ca. We’d be happy to help!
