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e-Learning for Educators
Course Schedule
WV eLearning for Educator FAQS
How long will the workshop last?
The workshop will last 7 weeks.
How many sessions constitute a workshop?
Each workshop is comprised of 7 one-week sessions. Participants will complete a specific set of readings, activities and discussions every week. Projects will be developed throughout the workshop and submitted during the last workshop session. Upon becoming 2 weeks/sessions behind in a course, participants may be dropped from the course unless arrangements have been made with the course facilitator and approved by the project director, Donna Landin.
How much time is required to complete a workshop?
4 hours per week will satisfy weekly requirements (total of 24 hours).
21 hours will satisfy the course project requirement.
24+21=45 hours---- will meet all workshop requirements.
How many non-degree graduate credit hours can be earned per successful, workshop completion?
3 hours of non-degree graduate credit hours may be awarded per successful workshop completion.
What is the cost of graduate credit per workshop?
Cost of graduate credit is $105 per workshop from MU and $130 from WVU. We request that participants do NOT register for courses until the course session opens. Registration instructions are provided in the course announcements the day the course opens.
May the WV e-Learning courses apply toward recertification and/or advance salary classification?
Yes, you must apply for non-degree graduate credit as you will submit transcripts of your coursework to the Office of Professional Preparation for recertification or advanced salary classification. Participants MUST register for non-degree graduate credit with WVU or MU if they intend to use the course for renewal or salary reclassification. Paraprofessionals do NOT apply for non-degree graduate credit. Paraprofessionals will be awarded certificates of completion upon the successful completion of the course.
What universities will provide graduate credit?
WVU and MU will provide non-degree graduate credit for the WV e-Learning for Educator's courses. Course registration information will be posted in the course announcements on the opening day of the course. Participants are not to register for course credit prior to the opening day of the course.
When do I submit paperwork for graduate credit?
The workshop Welcome Page will provide links to forms and instructions to be followed to be completed if you wish to apply for non-degree graduate credit. The course Welcome page will be available on the opening day of your workshop. Workshop participants will be responsible for downloading, completing and mailing or all graduate credit paperwork to the selected university with payment for the workshops(s). Participants are responsible for submitting all paperwork by the date indicated on the graduate credit registration form.
May WV e-Learning for Educators workshops be used for continuing education hours/credit?
Seek permission from your county school system/professional development council for continuing education hours/credit prior to the opening day of selected workshops.
Are the WV e-Learning workshops delivered on the Internet?
All WV e-Learning for Educators are delivered via the Internet. Workshop activity will occur online. Participants may access the workshop(s) and complete assignments at any time during the day or night.
Will WV e-Learning workshop participants receive grades upon the completion of workshops?
A grade book is kept for all workshop sessions. Grades of C (Complete), I (Incomplete), and N (Not Complete) are awarded for each sessions based upon workshop participation and assignment completion. A mid-course check-up will occur in Session Three (Week Four) of the workshop. Non-degree graduate credit will be awarded to participants who complete all course requirements. A certificate of completion will be awarded to all participants who complete all course requirements.
How many online courses can I take?
Participants may take a maximum of two workshops per session.
How do I register for a WV eLearning for Educators account and then self register for a course?
Go to http://wvde.state.wv.us/pd/elearning/registration.php for step-by-step instructions. Courses are closed after 30 participants complete course registration for individual courses. Many courses are closed during the first day of course registration. 85% of all courses are closed by the end of the first week of the registration period. Please register as soon as registration opens!
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