Instructor:
June Ahn
School:
iSchool at Maryland
Semester:
Fall 2012
Description:
Through discussions, research, readings, hands-on activities, and projects, candidates will explore a number of technologies applicable for teaching and learning. Candidates will assess the how, when, and why of infusing technology into the teaching and learning process. Topics include teaching with technology through the exploration of various hardware, software, multi-media, and on-line services developed for schools and libraries. The course will culminate in a presentation of the candidate’s knowledge and skills in facilitating the application of technology in a learning environment.
Required Textbook:
Jenkins, H. 2006. Confronting the Challenges of Participatory Culture: Media Education for the 21st Century. (PDF)
Kamenetz, A. 2010. Learning, Freedom, and the Web. (Free eBook)
Link to Syllabus:
http://ischool.umd.edu/sites/default/files/syllabi/LBSC642-Fall2012-ahn.pdf