Details for EDU211 Learning and Teaching through Digital Technologies

Enhance Digital Learning and Teaching within the classroom, this unit explores the integration of technology from Early Childhood to Grade 6. Students will examine pedagogical approaches, societal impacts, and the role of Christianity in alternative worldviews. Gain experience in technology utilisation, resource design, and evaluating learning tools for productive classroom application.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: EDU211
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

The following courses are prerequisites:

• EDU101—Foundations in Christian Learning and Teaching and a Curriculum Studies (CRS) subject

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Use ICT as a productivity tool to improve efficiency in teaching and associated administrative tasks;
2. Compare and contrast free and commercial educational software tools (including government sites and resources), mobile apps, web services and online learning resources and specify the implications of the Quality Teaching Framework and Great Teaching Inspired Learning and the Early Learning Framework for ICT;
3. Apply ICT in the learning environment/ classroom, for students from diverse backgrounds and different learning needs to facilitate quality learning and teaching based on relevant pedagogical frameworks;
4. Develop interactive online learning resources, including appropriate use of technology in assessment and reporting, which can help parents/carers engage in the learning process;
5. Use reliable sources of information to keep up with rapidly changing technologies and applications of technology in the classroom;
6. Critically analyse issues regarding the impact of technology in education and in society.

Subject Content

• Approaches to Teaching
• Using Technology
• Managing Information
• Instructional Design
• Social Impact
• Models of Pedagogy for Teaching and Assessing Computer Technology

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to face (onsite)
• eLearning (online)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Professional e-portfolio (30%)
• Unit of Work (50%)
• Critical Reflection (20%)

Prescribed Text

• References will include the most current curriculum requirements for schools.

Check with the instructor each semester before purchasing any prescribed texts or representative references