Description
Students will explore the effective use of technology in the K-12 classroom environment. Topics covered will include computer hardware and software terminology and functions; a wide variety of educational applications; the use of technology to facilitate differentiation and the use of higher order thinking skills; media and information literacy; effective use of the internet for information, communication and collaboration; policies and procedures; and current issues and trends in the field. The format of the course will be a combination of lecture, discussion, online communication and collaboration and hands-on lab time.