EDU 581 Integrating Technology into the Curriculum
Today's educators need to be able to consistently integrate technology into their curriculum to transform student learning and meet the goals of the 21st Century. The course helps educators focus on assessing effective technology tools and teaching methods in order to develop the ability to effectively incorporate technology into the curriculum of any discipline. Participants will investigate the skill sets that are needed for today's learners, apply technology integration frameworks, assess the potential use of mobile technologies in learning environments, design and implement personal/professional learning networks, and examine technology integration techniques using various application tools, Web 2.0 tools, Mobile Apps, and instructional software. Collaboration, productivity, academic application, and development of instructional materials using technology will have a significant focus throughout the course.