EDF 7181 - Technology in Higher Education

Hours: 3

It is important for educators to evaluate the dynamic and strategic application of technology in education to enhance teaching and learning practices and influence higher education institutions. This course will provide the student with an understanding of learning models, the influence of technology on the learning process, and the body of literature that informs the utilization of technology in higher education. The primary focus will be the application of teaching and learning strategies that integrate technology as a method or tool to enrich the educational process. Using technology tools for solving a variety of problems, teaching presentation, evaluating student performance, and implementing distance learning systems will also be explored. This course will help students develop the skills necessary to be a change agent to enhance the use of educational technology in higher education institutions.
Prerequisite(s): IPE 7001