Learn with instructors and invited guests who are internationally recognized in the educational technology field and experience a highly interactive online learning environment. This is not what might be considered a typical distance-learning course where students work on their own through a packet of resources. Meet with your instructors and peers in a variety of online spaces, including live sessions where you will see and hear everyone through an easy-to-use web conference platform. Engage in weekly asynchronous activities during times you choose and when convenient for you. Take risks and learn how to use innovative technologies, develop your social learning network, and critically examine the literature and research in the field. Plan to make a difference in your work context to help others navigate the complexities of living and working a digital world. This topic attracts teachers and professionals in educational environments as well as professionals in other fields and disciplinary areas. Instructors will encourage you to make the learning tasks applicable to your work environment.
Through four interconnected fully online courses, students will: (i) examine the implications for designing and leading interdisciplinary and technology-rich learning; (ii) strengthen competencies in technological literacies; (iii) explore ethics in technology-enhanced learning environments; and (iv) lead and empower citizenry in a participatory and digital age.
Program Goals:
- Develop and critically assess authentic interdisciplinary and technology-rich learning designs and environments
- Demonstrate technological fluency and competencies in technological literacies
- Advocate for high quality digital learning environments informed by understanding of current trends and issues in the field
- Develop empowering and proactive teaching and learning practices in schools or other work contexts that promote active citizenry in a participatory and digital age
Target Audience
- Teachers/instructors with an interest in designing and leading digital learning environments in primary, secondary or post-secondary environments or other work contexts
- Educators and consultants who work with supporting technology use
- School and district leaders
More information about the program – https://werklund.ucalgary.ca/graduate-programs/topics/leading-learning-in-digital-age
Apply by March 16th 2020!