Designed for educators, this hands-on overview course addresses the effective integration of technologies for teaching and learning within any standards based curriculum. Students explore the cycle of technology learning; review the issues of technology in schools; discuss the role of technology savvy teachers; analyze online resources, tools, and applications; use online collaboration tools for class communication; evaluate audio-visual and multimedia hardware for classrooms; investigate mobile devices and software; and explore interactive whiteboards. Emphasis is given to creating student-centered projects or activities using appropriate educational technologies.
Advisory: Basic computer skills and knowledge of Macintosh or Windows operating systems; familiarity using Web browsers, email, bookmarking, searching, and downloading; not open to students with credit in LINC 255; students may enroll in LINC 50 or 50B, but not both, for credit.
LINC-050.01: For Seton Program.