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Adv Uses Inst Tech-Teach/Learn
The roles of the instructional technology specialist and library teacher as key curriculum specialists, presenters, staff developers, and leaders in technology integration and implementation will be developed throughout this course. Methods instructional technology specialists can use to support teachers in the integration of instructional technology such as mentoring, consultation techniques, and professional development will also be studied. Students will explore emerging technologies and their possible use in K-12 education. There will be an opportunity for discussion of issues arising from technology implementation in the schools. Other topics to be explored include project-based learning, virtual learning and virtual schools, learning management systems such as Blackboard, Web CT, Moodle, simulations, and games. The I.E.P., and the role of assistive adaptive technology in the inclusive classroom will be explored. This course provides an opportunity to learn about the latest resources: software and assistive technologies that can provide access for all learners. Prerequisite: LIS 460
Course details
- Course number: LIS-512
- Credits: 3.00
- Academic Level: Graduate
- Currently Offered: Yes
- Course Type: Lecture
Pre-requisite for this course
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