MI Institute offers online courses intended to train the next generation of MI educators and supporters. We offer introductory MI courses for early childhood through secondary school educators. Study Group coaches tailor their feedback according to each learners' differing levels of understanding of MI theory and practice, as indicated in their online posts and completed assignments. We also offer a short self-paced course for interested parents and caregivers.
The origins of the MII courses can be traced back to our Managing Director's (Julie Viens) research and development work with Dr. Howard Gardner at Project Zero at the Harvard Graduate School of Education's (HGSE). In developing our courses, Ms.Viens builds upon her extensive MI research development and professional development experience as well as her online course development and instructional work at HGSE's WIDE World. An importmant part of MII's mission is developing and offering products and services inspired and informed by an understanding of MI theory as conceived by Gardner and applied by Gardner and his colleagues. Toward that end, we are very fortunate to receive Dr. Gardner's guidance and feedback a regular basis.
Online Certificate Courses
The MI Institute currently offers two online certificate courses: Multiple Intelligences in Early Childhood Education (MI in ECE) and Multiple Intelligences in Elementary, Middle and High School (MI in EMHS). Participants who successfully complete one of these courses receive a certificate of course completion. Successful completion of the course also qualifies the participant for enrollment in MII's Teacher Certification program.
MI in Early Childhood Education Certificate Course
Prerequisites: None
Offered: September, February, and May
Length: 13 weeks, including 1-week Orientation & 6 2-week Sessions
Next session begins: Feb.15, 2012
Next Session Ends: May 15, 2012
Course Fee：US$599
Click here to view session's syllabus
MI in Elementary, Middle & High School Certificate Course
Prerequisites: None
Offered: September, February, and May
Length: 13 weeks, including 1-week Orientation & 6 2-week Sessions
Next session begins: Feb.15, 2012
Next session ends: May 15, 2012
Course Fee：US$599
Click here to view session's syllabus
MII Teacher Certification Program
The Teacher Certification Program offers a vehicle for educators to build, document, and receive formal recognition for their authentic MI practices. MI Certification candidates first complete one of two introductory certificate courses: MI in Early Childhood Education (MI ECE) or MI in Elementary, Middle and High School (MI EMHS). Successful completion of the introductory course is followed by the candidate's enrollment in our Teacher Certification Practicum Program, comprised of (1) an on-site practicum directed and guided by MII coach-instructors, and (2) candidate participation in practicum activities on the certification program website. Participants submit practicum assignments and documentation to coach-instructors via the site, where they also find required readings, discussions, and other practicum activities to complete.
Practicum participants develop, document and submit to the certification site their practicum work to demonstrate their application of MI "Keystone Practices", the MII criteria for sound and effective MI-based practices. Participants complete required practicum activities and submission requirements over a 3-5 month period, depending on their current level of MI and Keystones implementation. To earn MI Teacher Certification, participants must submit a final e-portfolio as guided, as well as satisfactorily complete all practicum assignments.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of an introductory MII certificate course
Offered: Open/Rolling Admission
Length: Varies - Three to Five Months
Program Launch: Feb 15, 2012
Course Fee：US$1299
Enroll by April 1 for $999
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Testimonial
Cat Shull
Singapore
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"The MII team was very personal, encouraging and responsive. Many of the readings broadened my own thinking about how I view communicating and educating the young. I really enjoyed taking this introductory MI course." |
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Elizabeth Herman
United States
Teacher |
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"I participated in the MI in ECE certification course, and found each session to be extremely engaging and thought-provoking! It is clear all the facilitators really know a lot about MI theory and want to share their knowledge with others. " |
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Neelakshi Naolekar
India
Teacher
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"I am a school psychologist & early childhood educator. The MI in ECE course was a wonderful experience. It not only broadened my knowledge of MI but also helped me to connect with experts in this field and gain more knowledge about actual implementation." |
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Sharanjit Kaur
India
Teacher
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"I participated in the MI in ECE certification course,and found content very informative and self-explanatory. Course facilitator was very knowlegable.She was prompt in replying my queries and sorting out my problems." |
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Eleni McDermott
Australia
School Principal
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"I completed the MI in ECE and found the course to be well paced and relevant to my work as an educator and administrator. It helped me to understand MI and has also influenced our After School Activity Program, as we now aim to cater for MI when choosing the activities we offer to families. " |
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Shada Francis
China
Teacher
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This is the first time that I am working on an online course at the beginning I was very Skeptical... The Good News is now after a few months down the line I must admit, it is a great course and I AM ENJOYING IT VERY MUCH. MI is an Awesome Course and I hope more Educational Institutes will sponsor their staff to be more equipped with MI skills. It has opened new doors and is providing me teaching new teaching tools and techniques to help me add value to my teaching. |
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