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EDSE4044: Information Technology in Schools

2024 unit information

The unit of study builds on student's knowledge and skills gained from their previous information and communication technologies (ICT) related units of study, and curriculum subject areas. The unit of study focuses on multimedia learning theory, learning from and with multimedia and TPACK as its underlying conceptual frameworks. Students will be provided with an overview of the principles of designing multimedia resources to enhance the teaching/learning process. By being immersed in using ICT tools and applications in practical strategies such as learn-technology-by-design, as part of development of projects such as in-class activities, workshops and tutorials, the unit of study provides students with hands-on experiences in designing, developing and producing meaningful learning resources relevant to their curriculum subjects.

Unit details and rules

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Education

Code EDSE4044
Academic unit Education
Credit points 4
Prerequisites:
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114 credit points including EDSE2001 and EDSE2003
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. Critically analyse the implications of current developments in ICT and its impact on teaching and learning. (1.2.1, 1.3.1, 2.1.1, 2.6.1, 4.3.1, 4.5.1).
  • LO2. Demonstrate an understanding of the implications of ICT developments and the impact of technology on wider social issues. (2.6.1, 3.3.1, 3.4.1, 3.5.1, 3.6.1, 4.1.1, 4.4.1, 4.5.1, 6.3.1).
  • LO3. Adapt ICT solutions to theoretical problems and issues arising from classroom practice. (2.3.1, 2.6.1, 3.3.1, 3.4.1, 4.5.1, 5.1.1).
  • LO4. Demonstrate working collaboratively and cooperatively using technologies, with due regard to the principles of academic honesty, intellectual property and copyright and that ICT will be used safely, responsibly and ethically. (4.5.1, 6.1.1, 6.3.1).
  • LO5. Adhere to principles of academic honesty, intellectual property and copyright. (7.1.1, 7.2.1).

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2 2024
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2 2020
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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