Dr. Amina Charania
Faculty, Lead, MA in Education Technology, Associate Professor, CETE, TISS
Teaching and Learning with Technology in the 21st century
TISSx
Enrollment in this course is by invitation only
About This Course
This course aims to delve into the nature of teaching and learning as well as the role of technology in designing meaningful and authentic teaching and learning experiences in schools and the schooling system. The course will draw upon contemporary concepts, models and standards in the area of teaching and learning with technology. Applications which have demonstrated student-centred use of technology, improved understanding of subjects, and enabled higher-order thinking/critical skills and other 21st-century skills will be explored.
The course will also discuss how teachers can incorporate technology in the classroom, integrate it with the curriculum and make learning connected and authentic for students. It will touch upon various types of teaching and learning settings which utilise technology, such as blended, distance or virtual formats. It will explore the role and beliefs of teachers in technology-enabled learning through the framework of Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) (Kohler & Mishra, 2006) and provide an overview of exemplary technology-enabled methods for sustaining continuous professional development. International and national cases from the literature on programmes on technology integration in K-12 and higher education will be used to substantiate exemplary use and challenges of technology integration.
Course Objectives
- Deepen understanding and value of the role of technology for inculcating 21st century skills in learners and teachers.
- Explore and assess different technology applications for meaningful learning.
- Understand the use and technology enabled pedagogies in blended and virtual/online settings.
- Explore technology enabled experiences for continued professional development and sustain teachers’ community of practice.
Who can do this course?
The course will be available to students who have registered or are invited for the MA in Education and Technology program.
Note:
For an optimum learner experience use a laptop or a desktop to access this course.
Course Staff
Sohini Sen
Instructor
Uchita Bakshani
Instructor
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