Expand your expertise to include instructional skills and curriculum design for teaching students about computer science and programming.
Locations
- Fully online (Spring and Summer entry)
Why Earn a Computer Science Education for Teachers Endorsement at Georgia Southern?
- Earn the endorsement in just two semesters.
- Enjoy the flexibility of fully-online coursework.
- Curriculum adapted in line with ISTE and CSTA standards.
Our coursework will introduce you to important topics in computer science and computer programming and help you develop your instructional design skills creating and developing course materials to teach these concepts in your classroom.
You’ll also have the opportunity to network with other teachers and education professionals, gaining valuable insights and connections that can help advance your career.
This endorsement also offers students a high level of flexibility. The 9 credit hour, fully-online program can acclimate to any schedule or situation.
Ready to Apply?
What Can You Do With a Computer Science Education for Teachers Endorsement?
This program better prepares you to teach computer science and programming for K-12 education, particularly for middle and high school students.
What You’ll Learn
In the endorsement, you’ll encounter new digital tools and resources and develop effective methods of instruction for students.
Suggested Course Sequence
For ITEC M.Ed./Cert. Students:
- Fall or Spring: FRIT 7238
- Summer: FRIT 7233 and FRIT 7234
For Standalone Computer Science Students:
- Summer Admit: FRIT 7234
Fall: FRIT 7233 and FRIT 7238
Spring Admit: FRIT 7234 and FRIT 7238
Summer: FRIT 7233
Student Resources
From advisement and college forms to grants and clinical practice experience, our Student Resources page has what you’ll need.
Get Involved
The College of Education hosts several student organizations where you can find support and networking opportunities among your peers.
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology (AT) is vital to helping children with disabilities thrive in the classroom. Learn more about Georgia Southern’s resources for understanding how to use AT successfully.
Take Action
Application Deadlines:
- Spring: November 1
- Summer: April 1
The application and all required documents listed on the “admissions requirements” tab for the program must be received by the deadline. If all required documents are not received by the deadline, your application will not be considered for admission.
Follow these steps to complete the Georgia Southern application:
- Admission to Georgia Southern University College of Graduate Studies.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Hold a level four (4) or higher renewable professional certificate or Five-Year Induction certificate in any P-12 or secondary (6-12) teaching field.
- Submit a completed Disclosure and Affirmation Form that addresses misconduct disclosure, the Code of Ethics for Educators and tort liability insurance.
Note: International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES accredited evaluation service and must be a course by course evaluation and include a GPA.
The Georgia Southern University Office of Graduate Admissions oversees the application process for graduate students. You can apply today and review requirements and deadlines.
The College of Education at Georgia Southern is accredited by the following bodies:
- The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
- The Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC)
- The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
- The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
For more information, visit the College of Education.
The College of Education offers several scholarships and grant opportunities for graduate students. For an overview, please visit here.
Tuition and fees charged by Georgia Southern University are approved by the University System of Georgia annually. For a comprehensive costs and affordability analysis, please visit here.
The College of Education anticipates that graduates of the Computer Science Education Endorsement for Teachers program will seek a certification upgrade. The program listed above leads to a Georgia Certificate Upgrade only. Visit the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for more information.
Federal Law requires colleges and universities to make certain disclosures to prospective students of these programs. These disclosures include information on the University’s authority to operate outside of Georgia, the complaint processes, adverse actions, refunds, and program closure.
For required disclosures about online programs offered by the University, visit the Georgia Southern State Authorization and Professional Licensure Webpage.
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Take the Next Step
Better prepare your students for an increasingly-technological world. Learn more about earning your Computer Science Education for Teachers Endorsement.
Contact Us
Kelly Kennedy
Academic Advisor, Statesboro Campus
College of Education 3166-A
912-478-1447
kdkennedy@georgiasouthern.edu