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EDUC 552/5231 - The Potential of Emerging Technologies as Transformative Learning Tools (3 cr.)


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This course explores the potential of technology as a transformational tool to facilitate more powerful and era-appropriate ways of learning and teaching. The current educational challenges and changing needs of next generation students will be discussed with reference to technology initiatives and established standards. Students will engage with a variety of emerging technologies, assess their pedagogical potential, and design effective learning opportunities to utilize one or more of these technologies. They will also critically evaluate and synthesize research in this area. Finally, the implications of these technologies in terms of equity and diversity will be discussed. Underlying theoretical frameworks as well as design and implementation strategies are considered throughout the course.


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