Technology in the Classroom

3 units

This course is designed to provide students with strategies for integrating technology into the classroom. Topics include using technology as a communication tool, creating technology-based lessons, engaging students in technology, utilizing assistive technology, and using technology as an organizational tool. Technology for educators challenges students to think about the underlying principles, terms, and concepts of educational technology. Students are introduced to the different methods teachers can use to integrate technology into classroom instruction for varying grade levels and content areas. In this course, students will have the opportunity to interact with digital tools used in today's classrooms. They will be given hands-on experience with technological tools that will improve their instruction and assist their students in meeting learning standards.