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media type="custom" key="4043511" This wiki has been created to provide more information to support preservice K - 12 teachers. Instructor: Kevin Amboe Thursdays 8:30 to 12:20 EDB 8501 In this course, students develop a understanding of information and communication technologies in education and learn how to integrate these technologies into classroom settings. Information and Communication Technologies studied will have opportunity for direct application to meet learning outcomes as prescribed by the B.C. Curriculum.
 * =Description:=
 * =Description:=

Students enrolled in this course should be interested in developing personal 21st Century Skills as well as planning for develop of student 21stCentury Skills. Information and Communication

Technologies are studied through their application to student learning opportunities

This course is not an introductory computing course or a training course in the use of educational software. While it is expected that students will learn new applications during the course, a basic level of computer literacy is assumed. ||
 * =Learning Intentions:=
 * 1) Critically assess skills for success in 21st century as defined by ISTE – NETS-S
 * 2) Develop appropriate models and methods for the implementation and management of information and communication technologies (ICT) in educational settings.
 * 3) Assess the value of a variety of ICT tools that are available, their present and potential impact on learning.
 * 4) Explore curricular connections relating to ICT within Ministry of Education IRPs.
 * 5) Develop minimal proficiency in a range of ICT tools that are available.

Assignments and activities will be through the lens of using technology to integrate into improving literacy in writing ||
 * =Expectations:=


 * You will need to have reliable access to internet on a regular basis**

Regular attendance / online participation. A great deal of the learning in this course takes place through tutorials and small group discussions thus attendance is necessary.. You will need to schedule time in the computer lab to work on your own projects or time with your own resources. There will be some assignments that will require specific software applications and technical support available in the CET (Centre for Educational Technology). You will need to schedule your work time out side of class time in relation to the posted hours of the CET. Students who come to campus only one day a week and do not have adequate computer access at home or work may find it very difficult to complete the course successfully. || There are readings connected to each weeks activities.
 * Readings:

In addition, Recommended Books include: Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms - Will Richardson Technology and the Diverse Learner, A Guide to Classroom Practice - Marty Bray, Abbie Brown, Timothy Green Web Literacy for Educators - Alan November Empowering Students with Technology - Alan November Reinventing Project-Based Learning, Your Field Guide to Real-World Projects in the Digital Age - Suzie Boss, Jane Krauss Grown Up Digital - Don Tapscott ||

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