Course Syllabus

Unleashing the Educational Power of Technology

Technology can be a powerful tool to support critical thinking and problem solving. In this self-paced course, you will examine ways we use technology to solve human needs and identify how digital technologies support the development and communication of scientific knowledge. You will explore how technology can be applied in authentic learning experiences that empower students to solve real-world problems. You will also discover strategies to help students develop problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Course Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will:

1. Examine ways humans use technology to solve problems.
2. Identify how digital technologies support the development and communication of scientific knowledge.
3. Explore how technology can be leveraged to create authentic learning experiences that empower students to solve real-world problems.

Format

This course is a self-paced course. To obtain your completion badge for this course you will have to complete a self-reflection.

Grade Level

This course is suitable for educators teaching Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Estimate Duration

This course should take you 2 to 3 hours to complete.

Earn your badge 

You will have to complete a self-reflection to receive your digital badge. This badge can be added to your professional portfolio. Completion of this course counts towards the requirements for the Learning Pathway: Technology Enhanced Learning.

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