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MITx: 0.503x Becoming a More Equitable Educator: Mindsets and Practices

Want a Free Certificate?

EdX offers verified certificates, which are available for a fee that varies by course. For Becoming a More Equitable Educator, there is a coupon code from the XQ Institute to cover the full $49 (USD) cost, meaning the certificate is free as long as you meet the requirements. 

To be eligible for a Verified Certificate, you must: 

  • Upgrade to a Verified Certificate by 11:59 PM UTC on August 16, 2021;
  • Complete the ID verification process by 11:59 PM UTC by August 16, 2021;
  • And complete 60% or more of the assigned work and indicate that by completing the appropriate checklists by 4:00 PM UTC on August 26, 2021.

HOW TO RECEIVE AND USE THE COUPON CODE  

  1. Go to XQ's Becoming a More Equitable Educator coupon website and register with XQ to receive your code.
  2. On edX, select "Upgrade to a Verified Certificate." You can do this on the "Course" page or in your dashboard.
  3. On the next page, add the coupon code you received and click “Apply.”
  4. You will see "Discounts applied" and the full value of the certificate ($49) will be reflected. The total for the order will be $0.00. Click “Place Order.”
  5. EdX will thank you for your order and you will notice on your dashboard that your status for this course is now verified; you may still need to complete ID verification. 

You may audit any edX course, including this one. You do not receive a certificate if you audit a course, but you can print your progress page for the course if you want evidence of your achievement. Please note that the edX honor code applies to all courses. 

I PAID FOR A CERTIFICATE BEFORE THE COUPON CODE WAS AVAILABLE. WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Per edX’s refund policy, it is very important that you complete the steps below within the refund eligibility period: 14 days after your purchase date or 14 days after your course starts (February 5, 2:00 PM UTC), whichever comes later. 

After that date, it will not be possible for edX to issue a refund, regardless of your payment method.

  1. Un-enroll in Becoming a More Equitable Educator by February 5, 2:00 PM UTC or 14 days after your purchase date, whichever comes later. If you un-enroll within the 14 day window, edX will automatically issue you a refund for the $49 you paid. 
  2. After you have un-enrolled, immediately re-enroll in the course. Make sure you are still interested in pursuing a verified certificate. (We hope you are!)
  3. Go to XQ's Becoming a More Equitable Educator coupon website and register with XQ to receive your code.
  4. On edX, select “Pursue a Verified Certificate” or "Upgrade to a Verified Certificate." You can do this on the "Course" page or in your dashboard.
  5. On the next page, add the coupon code you received and click “Apply.”
  6. You will see "Discounts applied" and the full value of the certificate ($49) will be reflected. The total for the order will be $0.00. Click “Place Order.”
  7. EdX will thank you for your order and you will notice on your dashboard that your status for this course is now verified; you may still need to complete ID verification. 

Please remember that you must verify your identity by August 16, 2021 and meet the requirements for earning a certificate (reporting completion of 60% or more of the work) in order to actually receive one.

Need Help? Feel free to reach out to us via email at equitymit503@gmail.com