Open University · Distance learning
Researching Digital Education
In this postgraduate certificate, you’ll develop the research and scholarly skills needed to explore the evolving field of digital education. You'll examine how digital approaches to teaching, learning and assessment can shape educational experiences. Through…
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The Open University · Education and teaching
In this postgraduate certificate, you’ll develop the research and scholarly skills needed to explore the evolving field of digital education. You'll examine how digital approaches to teaching, learning and assessment can shape educational experiences. Through research design, data collection and critical evaluation, you’ll learn to analyse evidence across educational contexts while pursuing your specific areas of interest. You’ll investigate emerging practices, including AI and immersive technologies, before undertaking either a small-scale investigation or an extended research proposal. By the end, you’ll be ready to contribute to digital education research and innovation, and progress to further study or research-focused roles. Why choose this course - Develop research skills in digital education and examine key issues across diverse educational contexts - Explore online teaching, technology-enhanced learning and educational technology in theory and practice - Design and conduct small-scale investigations or develop an extended research proposal - Present your work at an online conference and receive feedback from tutors and peers - Join a community of practice with access to online events and discussions during and after your studies You can progress from this Postgraduate Certificate in Researching Digital Education to our MA in Online Teaching
Getting in
As the university states it
You'll need to be ready for study at postgraduate level, usually demonstrated by having a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification. A non-standard entry route is possible on submission of two pieces of relevant work. Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend that you need a minimum overall score of 6 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components: reading, writing, speaking and listening under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
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