EDU 220 Technology for Teachers

Credit Hours: 3

Course Description: Students will learn how to integrate instructional technology into the P-12 classrooms. Students will study a variety of software programs, presentation technology, and telecommunication tools. The focus will also be on social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology.

Prerequisite: English Composition I

Course Outcomes

The student will:

1. Demonstrate a sound understanding of state and national standards for technology in education. (MoSTEP 1.2.4, 1.2.5, 1.2.11)
2. Demonstrate competency in technology operations and concepts by creating and editing documents using various software programs. (MoSTEP 1.2.7, 1.2.11)
3. Demonstrate an awareness of current methods and strategies for using technology to maximize student learning. (MoSTEP 1.2.2, 1.2.4, 1.2.5, 1.2.11)
4. Develop technology strategies to facilitate a variety of informal, formal, and authentic assessment techniques. (MoSTEP 1.2.8, 1.2.11)
5. Demonstrate the use of technology to enhance personal productivity and professional practice. (MoSTEP 1.2.9, 1.2.11)
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology. (MoSTEP 1.2.9, 1.2.11)