EDUC 7179B - Using Educational Technology Effectively in 21st Century Schools

3 cr. Elective

This course is designed to provide participants the opportunity to rethink teaching and learning through building and strengthening essential 21st century technology skills. Through participation in this course, educators will have the opportunity to become well versed in current techniques, issues, and best practices in the field of educational technology. Participants will examine national and state standards in the area of educational technology while framing a personal technology portfolio. Engaging with a variety of learning activities and course materials, participants will develop important skills for using current technology tools as teaching and learning tools. Participants will make connections between standards and classroom practice as they create projects and lessons that promote technology infused school environments.