The Computer Education Teaching License is a 21-hour add-on license designed to complement another teaching license. As a teaching license, it is recognized by the Indiana State Professional Standards Board (IPSB) to teach computer applications at the grade level of the primary license. However, the Ball State Computer Education License goes beyond the teaching roles to include coursework in Technology Facilitation and Leadership that all schools need.

See the course requirements:
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Key Features:

  • Complements any teacher education license
  • Focuses on nationally recognized professional standards (NETS)
  • Can be earned in online and summer programs
  • Undergraduates can complete license coursework at the graduate level
  • Most courses can be applied to the other academic programs (see below)

We offer an undergraduate and graduate version of the license. At both levels, the license emphasizes the curriculum, policies, pedagogies, professional development, and systems necessary for the successful integration of technologies for learning into K-12 curricula and teacher practice. Our program supports the NETS standards endorsed by the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). Courses include significant experience with curriculum integration of technology, digital media development for K-12 learners, instructional design, technology policy and ethics, visual literacy, educational computing, school infrastructures, and distance education. The graduate program includes more leadership experience in the form of coursework and a practicum.

At the undergraduate level, students in the EDTEC minor may apply all 15 hours towards the license. At the graduate level, the license has been designed to be integral with the new M.A. in Curriculum and Educational Technology.

Frequently Asked Questions:


Question: How do I enroll in the Computer Education License?

Answer: Undergraduate students can add it to your DAPR at the Office of Educational Field Experiences (license office) on the 9th floor of TC. Graduate students and in-service teachers may apply online with the graduate school. Make sure to select it under the licenses section.


Question: I am in the elementary education technology concentration. Can I apply those courses towards the Computer Education License?

Answer: Yes, mostly. As many as 12 of the 15 hours in the concentration can count towards the license.


Question: What can I do with the license?

Answer: Minimally, you are licensed to teach computer applications at the grade level of your primary license. More importantly, we view the license as a professional credential suitable for technology facilitation at the school level, technology leadership at the district level, and professional development roles in P-12 schools.