Introduction to Technology for Educators

Permission Required:

No

Distribution:

Education: Technology and Media

Prerequisite:

(REA0017 and ENC0025) or ( REA0011 and ENC0021) or ( REA0019 and ENC0022)

Credits:

3.00 Credits

Lecture:

3.00 Hours

Course Description:

This course is an application of instructional principles for the use of technology to enhance the quality of teaching and learning in the classroom. The course includes hands-on experience with educational media. Identification of appropriate technology for classroom applications, classroom procedures for integrating technologies with emphasis on legal and ethical use, and effective instructional strategies for teachers and students in regard to research, analysis, and use of technology will be covered. Students will be provided an overview of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices, Florida Standards, the Professional Educator Competencies, and the International Society for Technology Education Standards. 45 class hours.