ITI502 Technology Partners in Learning 2 (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Unallocated to a CSU Discipline code (OTHER)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
The goal of this subject is to provide the opportunity to use action research in educational institutions, businesses or organisations. It will provide a method for trying ideas in practice as a means of improvement and as a means of increasing knowledge about teaching/training and learning.
The furthering of Microsoft Office skills will focus on the Excel and Outlook applications.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
|---|---|
| Distance | Wagga Wagga | Session 3 |
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ITI502
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Enrolment restrictions:
Only available to students in
- Graduate Certificate in Information and Communication Technology in Education
- Master of Information and Communication Technology in Education
- Graduate Diploma of Information and Communication Technology Education
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to outline the current position and future direction of peer coaching as a personal development strategy, both in Australia and overseas;
be able to review any plans (past, present) to integrate technology into a standards-based curriculum;
be able to plan an action research project as part of an organizations/educational institution’s improvement plan for learning;
be able to outline the implications for students and teachers, of using the internet;
be able to explore new ideas, strategies and specific tools for integrating technology into the curriculum;
be able to integrate technology in a standards-based curriculum using Microsoft applications;
be able to use technology to acquire, access, analyse and evaluate information;
be able to deliver product or activity results electronically in a variety of media;
be able to ensure the ongoing success of the peer coaching program in the school environment.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- The coaching process as personal development for educators.
- Best coaching practices.
- Visioning and leadership.
- Value of feedback and reflective skill development.
- The Action Research Model.
- Critical thinking and problem solving classroom activities.
- Use and evaluation of online resources and tools, including copyright implications.
- Internet search strategies.
- The coaching community.
- Teacher partnerships and global interaction within the education environment.
- Peer coaching, including trust and relationships, continuum of roles, and how to have an impact
- Effective online learning in peer coaching, including the use of online learning tools in peer coaching, building a coaching community, reinforcement of concepts between sessions, and usability of online tools.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.