Post-Masters Differentiated Instruction Certificate

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Graceland University in Independence, Missouri, is proud to offer a Master's-level online teaching certificate program in Differentiated Instruction. This post-Master's program in Missouri consists of 15 semester hours based on the philosophy and theories of Dr. Carol Tomlinson. Addressing the issue of response to intervention (RTI), this program provides a thorough introduction to differentiated instruction. Topics that will be covered include:

• Identifying learning styles and preferences.
• Designing more dynamic and engaging lessons and units.
• Challenging all students at appropriate levels.
• Developing ongoing, authentic assessment techniques.
• Utilizing differentiated instruction to benefit both general and special education students.

Dr. Tomlinson, who appears as a video instructor in several of the program's courses, is a world-renowned expert in differentiated instruction and assessment strategies and techniques. Dr. Tomlinson is author of The Differentiated Classroom: Responding to the Needs of All Learners, How to Differentiate Instruction in Mixed-Ability Classrooms and Fulfilling the Promise of the Differentiated Classroom: Strategies and Tools for Responsive Teaching.

The online teaching certification program provides meaningful course of study regardless of subject area certification and is open to all licensed K-12 teachers who are currently teaching.

The program starts three different times (October, January, and March) during the year.

Courses and admission requirements are listed below. Choose the Course Descriptions link in the right column to view complete descriptions of all courses.

Post-Baccalaureate Differentiated Instruction Certificate

Admission Requirements

1. Completion of a Masters degree in Education from a regionally accredited college or university, verified on original transcripts sent by the institution directly to Graceland University.
2. Indication of academic success: 3.0 overall GPA in a Masters degree in Education program.
3. A copy of a current teaching license.
4. Verification of a full-time teaching position as evidenced by letter from school in which teacher is practicing.
5. A minimum of one year full-time teaching experience.
6. Verification of on-going access to computer technology, including email and internet.

Certificate Requirements

Students desiring a post-baccalaureate certificate in Differentiated Instruction must complete 15 semester hours of coursework as prescribed below:

EDUC5660 Introduction to Differentiation: Applying Learner-Centered Instruction 3 s.h.

EDUC5670 Differentiated Instructional Strategies: Meeting the Diverse Needs of Learners 3 s.h.

EDUC5680 Differentiated Assessment Strategies: Identifying Learners' Strengths and Needs 3 s.h.

EDUC5690 Teaching in the Inclusive Classroom: Instructional Strategies for All Students 3 s.h.

EDUC5700 Differentiation and Literacy 3 s.h.