EDUO 9146: Technology-Rich Learning Environments

Course Overview:

Creating a technology-rich learning environment goes well beyond students and teacher simply having classroom access to tech tools and apps. Creating this learning environment starts with instructors believing that planned technology integration offers students opportunity to take more control and responsibility in their education both in and outside of the classroom. Planning this usage requires several steps, from a realistic assessment of all available technology tools, facilities, training opportunities and instructor time to a long-term plan that redefines the role of the teacher and that of the student. Creating successful, responsible learners ready to thrive in a digitally connected world starts with and builds on the efforts of a teacher-guided technology-rich learning atmosphere.  To assist with the effort, this Technology Certificate course will also engage participants in the use of proven and emerging online tools, apps, instructional lessons, planning and in creating learner-driven activities that leverage the digital student’s affinity with technology tools and usage.

Course Objectives:

This Certificate course will give students opportunity to:

• Identify and evaluate use of all teacher and student technology-based tools, apps, connectivity, facilities and resources currently available in and out of their classroom
• Discover and evaluate technology tools and online resources that support curriculum standards and objectives
• Produce and share a variety of technology-based activities and products
• Understand the importance of a teacher’s facilitating role to successfully weave technology into curriculum
• Report and consider adaptation of authentic technology-infused learning activities that support CC, ISTE and other nationally recognized educational standards
• Use course-based forums and folders to peer share products and classroom tech-based management strategies.
• Create short and long-term goals to develop and sustain meaningful technology-rich curriculum for students

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