EDUO 9152: Using Technology to Support Authentic Learning

Course Overview:

Education lacks a means to measure if and how the use of digital tools is impacting authentic learning.Learn how specific technology frameworks can provide these means by measuring if digitally supported learning is occurring beyond observable student engagement. Discover how these frameworks support authentic learning. Assess and create measurable technology supported lessons that utilize effective instructional strategies. Evaluate technology tools using the frameworks. Move beyond digital tools that simply engage students to effectively using specific tools within a planned scenario whose primary goal is supporting authentic learning.

Required Text: Learning First, Technology Second in Practice – New Strategies, Research and Tools for Student Success, by Liz Kolb https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=77snhj5kszY · ISBN-10 1564848388

Course Learning Objectives:

Completing assignments will provide students with opportunity to:

• Recognize the difference between “student engagement” and “authentic learning”
• Avoid technology tools driving curriculum objectives
• Develop content learning goals based on learning frameworks and strategies
• Lean how selecting the proper technology can support higher level learning
• Create comprehensive measurable lessons that are both engaging and provide authentic learning

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