Technology Enhanced Learning & Digital Learning Design -Microcredential

You will engage with current thinking on the integration of digital technologies and resources in teaching/instruction and learning, and in self-reflection on current practices. You will investigate a range of appropriate technologies and develop instructional strategies to enhance teaching/instruction and learning, as well as build on your own learners’ digital capabilities. Following a practitioner inquiry model, you will develop the knowledge, skills and competence to systematically plan, implement and evaluate instructional strategies that integrate technology.



The programme aims to enhance your capability to extend professional practice goals through the use of digital technologies, and to develop strategies to facilitate technology-enhanced learning and teaching experiences.



Award

This certificate is awarded by QQI as a special purpose award level 9 (10 ECTS) on the National Framework of Qualifications.



Students who successfully complete this course may progress to complete other programmes, for example the Postgraduate Diploma in Arts in Educational Practice, for Further Education and Training or the Masters of Arts in Educational Practice subject to appropriate RPEL and admissions processes.

The programme is comprised of one module:

• Technology Enhanced Learning and Digital Learning Design (10 ECTS).

Candidates will be learning professionals working in further education and training, adult and corporate learning sectors or similar. For participation on the Level 9 microcredential, applicants holding an Honours Degree 2.2 (Level 8) in any discipline, ideally with professional involvement in the facilitation of learning or training, will be considered.



For applicants whose first language is not English, please note the English language entry requirements.



The College operates a Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL) scheme meaning applicants who do not meet the normal academic requirements will be considered based on relevant work and other experience. Applicants may be interviewed by the Programme Director or member of the programme team.



Technology/Participation Requirements

Participants should have the ability to use ICT independently to find information, create and manage files, and communicate with others. For online sessions, participants will require administrator access to a personal computing device such as a laptop or desktop computer running Windows or MacOS (tablets are not appropriate) with a reliable internet connection of >1mbps, web browser software (i.e. internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari or Chrome), Flash Player, a headset with built-in microphone, and a webcam.



It is the responsibility of each student to ensure their computer is functioning correctly and that they have full administrator rights. NCI IT cannot provide support for these personal devices.



A Laptop Loan Scheme is available for eligible students to assist them in completing their chosen course.

Application: Apply online at www.ncirl.ie

12 weeks



Delivery

Blended - Livestream with some directed e-learning activities. Schedule



Indicative Timetable

The TEL microcredential consist of two full-day virtual sessions from 10.00-17.00, combined with four twohour virtual classroom sessions, and directed online activities. Virtual classes will take place on Thursday evenings.

Start Date Sept 2025 May be offered at other times in the year subject to numbers.