Online Instruction Endorsement
PDE Endorsement in Online Instruction Through Wilkes University
Online and blended learning have transformed education—increasing access, delivering technology-infused content, and supporting a student-centered approach to learning.
The PDE Online Instruction Endorsement prepares educators to design online learning environments, facilitate engaged learning communities, and adapt across instructional models—from fully online to blended and hybrid. Approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, it helps you use emerging technologies to achieve better student outcomes.
The endorsement is appropriate for certified teachers. It can exist as a stand-alone endorsement or as a component of the M.S. in Online Teaching. To pursue it, you must hold a valid Pennsylvania Instructional I or II teaching certificate.
Requirements and Application Information:
- Register for the endorsement through Wilkes University .
- Complete the four courses (12 credit hours) listed below which includes 20 hours of embedded field experience.
Using Technology for Assessment (ED 521)
3 Credits
This course explores the use of various technological tools in assessment to improve teaching and learning in both face-to-face and online environments. Students examine practices and strategies for developing effective assessments and using assessment data.
Instructional Design for Online Educators™ (ED 5030)
3 Credits
Students explore instructional design theories and approaches in the e-learning environment to understand the fundamentals of instructional design and the philosophies of e-learning, while gaining experience with online delivery and interaction techniques and tools.
Facilitating Online Learning Communities™ (ED 5031)
3 Credits
Students experience the strategies and best practices of successful online facilitation in order to engage diverse learners, support various learning styles, and handle conflict constructively. The course focuses on the skills needed to nurture a successful online learning community, manage the many facilitator roles, and communicate positively and effectively.
Online Teaching for Pennsylvania Educators (ED 5032)
3 Credits
In this final course, you’ll apply instructional design and online facilitation skills while promoting social and ethical responsibility in online and blended classrooms. Includes 20 hours of embedded field experience.