Micro-Credential
On Campus
On Campus
The Excellence in Teaching micro-credential is awarded to participants who attend a multi-day teaching workshop. The components of the workshop start with theory, progress to practical techniques and conclude with participants applying for a digital badge.
To earn this Level I Badge, you must attend the entirety of an in-person Quinnipiac University Excellence in Teaching Workshop. The content of the four-day workshop is based on research and all references are provided to aid further reflections and development once the workshop is concluded. At the end of the program, you will oversee a simulated classroom environment and receive a formal evaluation by the workshop facilitators alongside feedback from your peers.
You should pursue this micro-credential if:
You are a working teacher, educator or paraprofessional at Quinnipiac or elsewhere
You are interested in improving your ability to manage a classroom, communicate, assess and test
You value an expanded network of like-minded and passionate educators
This program is delivered in person on our campuses over the course of four and a half days. All participants will hone their skills in simulated classroom environments and receive actionable and constructive feedback from peers and workshop facilitators. More information about specific locations will be announced prior to each workshop.
Upcoming Workshops (attend only one):
May 20, 2024 - May 24, 2024
August 12, 2024 - August 16, 2024
All learners who complete the criteria will earn a Level I Badge.
Complete five workshop modules on 1) Teaching and Learning Principles; 2) Organizing a Class; 3) Classroom Communication Skills; 4) Assessment and Development; and 5) Application of Teaching & Learning Fundamentals.
Participate in group activities and three practice classes delivered in a simulated classroom environment
Demonstrate application of learned skills and competencies in practice classes and generate and receive instructional feedback.
Produce an artifact evaluated by an expert for quality or completeness via the formal teaching assessment worksheets prepared by the workshop facilitators
A Teaching Assessment Worksheet will be completed by the workshop facilitators for the three practice classes.
Key Skills Acquired:
Communication
Recognition and Promotion of Student Equity
Creative Thinking
Assessment Design
Teaching and Learning Theory
Social and Emotional Intelligence
Presentation Skills
Classroom Activity Planning and Design
Dialog and Questioning Techniques
Instructional Design
Creating Learning Objectives
These badges reflect the learner's acquisition of skills, vocabulary or best practices that will be beneficial and relevant outside of the classroom within an authentic working environment.
By earning a micro-credential, learners across a wide array of industries, verticals and professional fields are able to showcase the acquisition of specialized knowledge that offers unique value in the workplace. Micro-credentials are flexible and versatile, designed and delivered in an accelerated format by our experienced faculty and industry thought leaders who understand critical shortages and skills gaps.
All students who complete a micro-credential associated with academic credit or co-curricular experiences will receive a designation on their transcript and a digital badge through Credly. Micro-credential earners are encouraged to share their achievements on resumes, social media platforms and e-portfolios.
Learners can begin their pursuit of micro-credentials at any level; individuals who are new to the field are best suited for Participation or Level I badges, whereas experienced professionals might be more interested in advanced Level III Badges or Level IV Certifications. More information about our micro-credential taxonomy can be found below.
Contact us to learn more about our open enrollment programs or to design custom solutions for your business or organization.