Distance Learning Certificate Program

October 16, 2001

Registration has begun for the Distance Education Certificate Program, sponsored by The State University of West Georgia. This program, entering its eighth session, is for professionals, teachers,and trainers preparing for leadership roles in distance learning.

The six-month program is offered completely online and incorporates conceptual knowledge into practical learning experience. Areas explored will include foundations of distance education, course planning, design and implementation, evaluation, faculty and student support, administrative and management issues, and technologies.

Participants should expect to spend about 2-6 hours per week participating in online bulletin boards, reading materials, and completing exercises. The tuition for the course is $695, and includes course materials, access, and a certificate.The program will begin January 7, 2002.

For more information, please e-mail melaniec@westga.edu

Janet P. Gubbins

Distance Education Specialist

OJDLA Managing Editor

State University of West Georgia

1803 Maple Street

Carrollton, Georgia 30118

DE Helpline 770.838.3018

Fax 770.836.4666