Educational Technology

Designed to equip teacher candidates with the understanding and skills necessary to utilize educational technology and cloud-based computing for teaching and learning activities. The instructional activities and tasks focus on: communication with students, parents and colleagues; differentiating content, process and product; providing accessibility to learning materials for learners of different abilities; creating and providing descriptive feedback; integrating various digital tools into lessons; and developing ongoing organizational strategies. Understanding and skills will be developed through critical reflection on the value of digital technology, the creation of digital products, and development of a Professional Teaching e-Portfolio.