Computers in Education

EDUC

350

Computers in Education

This survey course is designed to prepare pre-service teachers to integrate computer technology into classroom curriculum. Students will design computer-mediated lessons and projects that will reflect the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to effectively use computers in teaching. They will learn to access electronic resources and effectively incorporate them into the academic curriculum. Methods of evaluating instructional hardware, software, and interactive technology will be examined. Current technology use will be observed in local schools to provide a forum for examining theory and practice. Topics that affect the way we teach and learn will be addressed within the context of child and adolescent development and classroom interaction. Issues of gender, ethnicity, special needs and classroom management will be incorporated in an on-going discussion of understanding the learner. New York State Curriculum Standards and New York City Performance Standards will provide the basis for curriculum, lesson planning and assessment. This course requires a supervised field placement.

Fall, Spring

Undergraduate

No

028008