EDTS 523 - Introduction to Educational Technology

This is a course intended for all students regardless of their digital learning skills and background. The focus of this course is on the importance of the intentional integration of technology into today’s classroom. Students will be introduced to a variety of educational technologies, technology evaluation tools, and frameworks. Hardware and software topics will include: interactive presentation hardware and the corresponding software application and presentation tools; learning management systems; online collaboration tools; web publishing; educational technology applications, and student response systems. All of these topics will address the ways in which technology can enhance the listening, writing, reading, and speaking skills of students.

Prerequisites & Notes
Term cycle: fall, spring, and summer. Yearly cycle: all years.

Credits: 3