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Certificate, Game-Based Learning

Academics

Overview

This four-course certificate is suitable for educators who are seeking ways to infuse innovative game-based pedagogy into their formal or informal educational settings. Students will gain a rich understanding of cognition and instructional design that provides the foundation of these engaging teaching strategies.

Application Requirements

  • Online application
  • Transcripts, minimum GPA of 3.0 (undergraduate) 
  • Proof of English proficiency
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Quick Facts

Transcript Evaluations: Evaluations are required for applicants who have earned a degree outside the U.S.

Deadline(s): April 15 deadline for summer start, July 15 for fall start, December 15 for spring start. The application and all supporting materials are due by the listed deadlines.

Modality: Online

Course Requirements: 4 courses (12 credits)

Typical Course Load: Typical course load varies based on student needs and preferences. Courses are offered in the spring, summer and fall semesters.

Time to Completion: Time to completion varies based on student needs and preferences. 

Please Note: Lehigh is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this program. Current Lehigh students with an F-1 visa may enroll in this program concurrently with a degree. Students outside of the US may enroll in this program and complete it entirely online. 

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Curriculum

All courses are 3 credits, unless otherwise noted. Course descriptions can be found in the course catalog.

course numbercourse name
TLT 401Overview of Teaching and Learning
TLT 403Introduction to Instructional Design
TLT 467Project-, Scenario- & Simulation-Based Learning in Interactive Multimedia Environments
TLT 468Game-Based Learning 

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