Online Post Graduate Diploma in E-Learning-PGDEL

Submitted by ranjishor on Mon, 09/21/2009 - 09:46.
Institute: 
Indira Gandhi National Open University-IGNOU

Other Information: 
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) offers the Online Post Graduate Diploma in E-Learning (PGDEL)  to develop professional competencies in offering online programmes in the Country. The programme is offered through the Staff Training and Research Institute of Distance Education (STRIDE).

Duration

The duration of the programme shall be one year. Students not completing course(s) in the specified duration shall re-register on pro-rata basis, and compete the programme in 2 years time to earn the PG Diploma.


Admission Process:

  • Student apply online, and send their form and copy of the certificates/credentials to the Programme Coordinator at STRIDE.
  • Upon selection, the offer of admission letter shall be sent to the students with instructions to pay fees online/ Challan/ DD.
  • On receipt of fees, admission is confirmed, and enrollment number and Identity Card issued.
Number of Seats: 25

Eligibility

The eligibility for PGDEL is graduation in any discipline. Preference shall be given to higher degree holders.

Programme Fees: Rs. 8000/- for Semester I, and Rs, 7000/- for Semester II. Total can be paid at one go. Programme Fee shall be payable through Demand Draft in favour of "IGNOU, New Delhi" at the time of admission.

Certification and Exit route:

For flexible exit, learners completing Course 1, 2 and 3 in six months shall be given Certificate in E-Learning, and on completion of the five course, learners will receive Diploma in E-Learning.
 

Programme Objectives

The objectives of the programme are to develop human resource capabilities in planning, designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating e-learning programmes. After successful completion of the programme the learners are expected to be able to-.
  • Apply theoretical principles to design e-learning programmes;
  • Identify innovative practices and developments in the field of e-learning;
  • Use appropriate instructional design models for e-learning programmes;
  • Teach online courses to develop collaborative learning and maintain communities of learners;
  • Manage e-learning projects; and
  • Choose appropriate technology for e-learning and develop content for e-learning.

Programme Structure

The programme has the following courses:
  • MDE-031  Introduction of E-Learning 
  • MDE-032  Design and Facilitation of E-Learning Courses 
  • MDE-033  Management of E-Learning Projects
  • MDEI-034 Technologies for E-Learning 
  • MDEP-035 Project Work 

Programme Highlights

  • Blended learning with compulsory face-to-face practical at the headquarters
  • Intensive online training to develop e-learning professionals
  • Strong project work component to facilitate hands on work in online learning tools
  •  Personalized online student support
  • Use of Open Educational Resources (OERs) and recommended texts
  •  Use of Moodle Learning Management Systematic
  • Use of ePortfolio for student progress
  • Use of Synchronous delivery methods using online conferencing tools
  • Extensive use of discussion forums for both academic and personal support
  • Innovative assessment mechanisms
  • Online programme with flexible exit route
  • Option to pay fees on semester basis

Target Group

The programme aims at developing competencies in design, development, implementation and management of online programmes at all levels of education, including the corporate training. Thus, the target group of the programme includes teachers, trainers, training managers, instructional designers, and course developers in schools, colleges, universities, and business and industry.
Last Date of Submission of Application: Friday, November 13, 2009.
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