EMT302 Understanding and Using New Technologies (8)

CSU Discipline Area: Curriculum Studies (CURIC)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

This subject will examine trends, issues and ideas that underpin learning and communication through new technologies. It is designed to facilitate the use of technology in an education-based learning/constructivist perspective rather than in a hardware/programming perspective. Throughout this subject, students will gain hands-on experience in working through the understanding of using technology appropriately in educational settings, with a special emphasis on integrating technology into the curriculum as well as other applications related to communications and creative opportunities/expression. Students will practice critical evaluation and effectiveness in changes in technology to remain current. Throughout this subject students will model an "approach" (versus avoidance) attitude towards technology, to develop a supportive role and/or instruct learners in the use of technology to enhance learning.

+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations

Session 1
Distance	Albury-Wodonga
Session 2
Distance	Albury-Wodonga
Term 3
Distance	Canada

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: EMT302

Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Enrolment restrictions:

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies or as approved by the Course Coordinator.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

- demonstrate knowledge, skills and confidence in using technology in a learning environment;
- understand basic terms and concepts relating to technology in education;
- describe and comment upon current research into the use of technology in education;
- reflect on different beliefs in relation to the use of technology in education and critically analyze how these may impact on educational practices;
- evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to using technology in teaching and learning;
- explain the impact of technology on teaching and learning;
- critique software for educational use as well as software for the purpose of assessment;
- show an in-depth understanding of how technology affects communication in educational environments; and
demonstrate the understanding and skills related to the integration of technology into learning and teaching environments (e.g., be able to select, critique and evaluate content and appropriate technology).

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

- how technology impacts on learning and development in all domains; - how various modes of communications are supported through technology; - exploring current research into the use of technology in education; - evaluating personal attitudes towards technology as it relates to an educational environment; - using e-mail, the Internet, multimedia resources and ways of integrating these forms of technology into the classroom; - how to compile an electronic professional portfolio (E-Portfolio); - technology in the curriculum and critical reflection on its effectiveness; - appropriate selection of technology and software to support children's learning (e.g., selecting and critiquing content and appropriate technology); - preparing and arranging for a technology-friendly educational environment; - understanding and skills related to the "appropriate" integration of technology into learning and teaching environments; - creating useful resources for integrating technology components in learning and teaching environments; and, - exploring, in depth, technology applications relevant to specific teaching areas and levels.

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