Capstone Technology Certification Program
PBS TeacherLine and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) have teamed up to create the PBS TeacherLine/ISTE Certificate of Proficiency Capstone Program. Enroll in this online professional development learning experience to:
- Demonstrate your knowledge of the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards.
- Collaborate with other educators who are leaders in technology integration.
- Earn a certificate of proficiency in the ISTE NETS•T.
Participation in the Capstone Program allows learners to:
- Engage in an in-depth study of how technology can improve teaching and learning.
- Network with educational technology innovators from across the country.
- Earn credits toward salary and career advancement.
- Create a portfolio to demonstrate your proficient use of technology in the classroom.
If you are a school or district interested in investing in your teachers, contact us for information about ordering private Capstone courses.
The Capstone Program:
- Tech 401 Capstone Introduction: Planning a Technology Portfolio
- This course is a prerequisite for anyone interested in pursuing the Capstone Certification program, and is perfect for educational innovators who are excited about digital technology. Through readings, examination of their own teaching practices and the ISTE NETS•T, and exploration of available technologies, learners will increase their understanding of, and comfort with, the NETS•T and their practical applications in the classroom. Learners will develop two plans, one focused on the teacher as the primary user of technology, the other on students' use of technology. Learners must successfully complete this course before moving on to Capstone 1.
- Tech 410: Teaching with Technology
- The emphasis of this 15-week facilitated course is on teachers as primary users of technology to promote and improve student learning. Deepen your thinking about effective teaching with technology. Create online exhibits featuring lessons or projects that exemplify effective teacher use of technology to promote student learning and demonstrate proficiency in the ISTE NETS•T. Capstone I is a prerequisite for enrollment in Capstone II.
- See a model exhibit here: Shades of History and The Solar System
- Tech 415: Empowering Students with Technology
- The primary emphasis of the final course in this program is on students as primary users of technology in the classroom. Create an online portfolio exhibit that illustrates proficiency in empowering student learning with technology and demonstrates proficiency in the ISTE NETS•T.
- See a model exhibit here: Enlightenment Philosophers and Multimedia Haikus
Need more information?
Learn more about the PBS TeacherLine/ISTE Certificate of Proficiency Capstone Program and how you can participate by exploring our PBS TeacherLine/ISTE Certificate Program FAQ.