EMT302 Understanding and Using New Technologies (8)
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. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Term 1 | | Distance | Canada Campus | Session 1 | | Distance | Albury-Wodonga Campus | Session 2 | | Internal | Northern Sydney Institute | | Distance | Albury-Wodonga Campus | Term 3 | | Distance | Canada Campus |
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.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | Ontario School of Education |
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Enrolment restrictions| Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Early Childhood Studies or as approved by the Course Coordinator. |
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Learning OutcomesUpon 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).
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SyllabusThe 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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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
