Details for EDU340 Learning and Teaching through ICT

In this subject, teacher education students will explore the ways in which new technologies can be used to support quality learning and teaching for Years 7-12 based on relevant pedagogical approaches. It will provide teacher education students with an opportunity to understand the various discourses that inform teachers’ knowledge and pedagogical practices, as well as critically engaging with models of pedagogy. It will also consider the impact of technology in the classroom on student learning and on society as a whole. Questions will be posed regarding the application of Christian and alternate worldview frameworks on ICT in the classroom and schooling. Teacher education students will gain experience in using technology as a productivity tool and in the design and evaluation of learning resources. 

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: EDU340
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

The following are prerequisites:

• EDU116 Introduction to Learning Theory
• Any three other units (Total of 40 credit points)

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Use ICT as a productivity tool to improve efficiency in teaching and associated administrative tasks
2. Critically evaluate 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 for ICT. 
3. Critically analyse issues regarding the impact of technology in education and in society a consider how your own worldview will impact the issues you discuss. 
4. Apply ICT in the classroom, including for students with special needs, to facilitate quality learning and teaching based on relevant pedagogical frameworks. 
5. Design and develop interactive online learning resources, including appropriate use of technology in assessment and reporting, which can help parents/carers support the learning process
6. Identify reliable sources of information and help to keep up with rapidly changing technologies and applications of technology in the classroom

Subject Content

1. Approaches to Teaching
2. Using Technology
3. Managing Information
4. Instructional Design
5. Social Impact
6. Models of pedagogy

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to Face onsite (extensive)
• E-learning (online/asynchronous)
• E-learning (online/synchronous)

Please check the timetable to see when this subject will next be offered at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

1. Critical Reflection (20%)
2. Professional e-portfolio (30%)
3. Unit of Work (50%)

Prescribed Text

No prescribed texts applicable.

Given the rapidly changing nature of technology, use will also be made of current documents and reports available on the web and through professional associations.