Project Based Learning - Journalism for Yearbook Advisers - EDC-X712U
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Course Description
Credit Validation for Jostens Participants Only
This course is designed to enhance an educator’s comfort in a journalism-focused Project-Based Learning classroom. Participants will explore organizational strategies to foster creativity and productivity, methods to ensure the production of a high-quality product, as well as effective grading and marketing practices. This course will provide educators with the skills needed to teach a journalism course to middle/junior high and high school students.Learner Outcomes
- Develop expertise in areas of desktop publishing, photography, layout design and journalism techniques
- Classroom management skills specific to a journalism-focused Project Based Learning classroom
- Understanding of journalism and teaching strategies in the areas of staff organization, leadership, marketing as it pertains to publishing a yearbook
Course Details
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IMPORTANT: YOU MUST ENROLL WITH THE PARTNERED ORGANIZATION AND PAY ALL REQUIRED FEES BEFORE PURCHASING UNITS THROUGH USD.
Number of Units: 3.0 graduate-level extension credits in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for educators who are Yearbook/Journalism class advisers.
Course Materials: Required course materials include one book and one PDF workbook to supplement online learning. Download and complete the Jostens required course material order form located in Jostens Yearbook Avenue > Digital Classroom > Grad Credit.
University of San Diego – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information
The University of San Diego partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.
Credits earned through USD’s Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways.
These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the University of San Diego; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.
Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.
Directions to Enroll for Credit
Step 1: Register with the Partner Organization (Jostens)
Complete your registration directly with the partner organization. Follow their instructions to begin the course and pay any required enrollment fees.
- Homepage: Jostens Yearbook
Please Note: USD does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.
Step 2: Register for University Credit
After confirming your registration with the partner organization, return to USD’s website.
- Locate the same course on our listings page
- Click Add to Cart
- Click Check Out
- You will be prompted to either log into your USD Student Account or create one, and then pay for your units
If this course displays Request Information, it means the course is either not yet open for enrollment (please check the enrollment dates) or enrollment has already closed. If enrollment has closed, you may still contact the organization directly to see if they will accept a late enrollment or if the course will be offered again in the future.
Step 3: Complete the Course
Participate fully in the course through the partner organization and complete all required assignments, activities, and assessments.
Step 4: Partner Organization Submits Grades
After you finish, the partner organization will submit your final grade to USD.
Step 5: Receive Your Transcript
Once your grade has been processed, USD will issue an official transcript reflecting your earned credit. Transcripts are mailed to the address listed in your USD student account.
Transcript Process: Final grades submitted by the program provider will initiate the transcript process. Grades should be submitted within 7 days of the official course end date or the course enrollment deadline—whichever comes last. Participants are responsible for ensuring their mailing address is accurate and up to date in their USD student account to avoid delays in transcript delivery.
Transcript Delivery Timeline:
- U.S. addresses: 2–3 weeks
- International addresses: 3–4 weeks
For detailed information regarding the University of San Diego Credit Validation Program, please consult our Participant Guide.
Prerequisites
Teaching Degree