Technology Specialist Endorsement
The technology sequence of courses at NLU fulfills the State of Illinois guidelines for the preparation of Technology Specialist. Candidates are referred to the website of the Illinois State Board of Education for specific requirements, updates and amendments.
In addition to the National Louis University Graduate Admission Requirements, applicants must:
- Hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
Program Details:
- Requires 18 SH for completion
- A grade of “C” or better in all coursework is required
- Requires passing of the Technology Specialist Test #223
- Note: Candidates may be eligible for financial aid. Contact the Financial Aid office for more information.
Required Courses
Technology Specialist 18SH
| LSE 500 | Introduction to the Learning Sciences and Technology | 3 |
| TIE 525 | Designing Digital Age Learning Environments | 3 |
| TIE 532 | Visionary Leadership for Digital Learning Contexts | 3 |
| TIE 535 | Instructional Design Foundations for Digital Age Learning Environments | 1 TO 3 |
| TIE 542 | Digital Tools for Teaching, Learning and Assessment | 3 |
| TIE 575 | Leading Learning Technologies and Instructional Design with Shared Vision | 3 |
Note:
TIE 535 must be taken for 3 SH.
Upon completion of all endorsement requirements, candidates may apply for state endorsement in Technology Specialist though NLU's entitlement process.
Visit ISBE website for additional information https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Subsequent-Teaching-Endorsements.aspx.