EDU 4339 - Integrating Media and Technology in P-12 Settings

Credits: 3 hrs.

Through hands-on activities, this course introduces students to the use and applications of various modes of information technology to teaching and learning. Emphasis is laid on the ability of the student to demonstrate effective use and integration of various technologies into instruction in the classroom. It explores computer hardware and software; computer configurations, operation and maintenance (DOS/Windows and Macintosh platforms); various system and application software packages (Windows and Mac platform), digital imaging, development and use of multimedia in the classroom; communication, networks (LAN & WAN) and the Internet; media streaming; development of instructional web pages; legal, ethical and social issues; technology integration strategies; etc.