Lesson 2: Overview of Educational Technology 2

Educational Technology 2

     Concerned with “Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning”.

For Learners - to introduce, reinforce, supplement and extend knowledge and skills so that they can be become exemplary users of educational technology.

For student teachers and professional teacher - to update their knowledge of educational technology.

Educational Technology 2

• Involved a deeper understanding of the computer as well as hands on application of computer skills.
• Aims to infuse technology in the student-teachers training, helping them to adopt and meet rapid and continuing technological changes, particularly in the Global ICT environment.
• Used information technology to improve not only instruction but the school management program and curriculum.

Learning Objectives of Educational Technology 2

1. To provide educational in the use of technology in instruction.
2. To impart learning experiences in instructional technology supported instructional planning.
3. To acquaint students on IT related learning theories with the computer as a tutor.
4. To learn to use and evaluate computer-based educational resources.
5. To engage learners on practical technology integration issues.
6. To inculcate higher-level thinking and creativity among students while providing them knowledge of IT-related learning theories.