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 ETEC 511: Foundations of Educational Technology This course will explore some of the questions that arise out of such topics as the use of technology in the classroom, e-learning, distance learning, social media and new media. The course will take place on a series of Saturdays in Arts 183 at UBCO. Sat. Sept. 19 9am – 4pm Sat. Oct. 3 9am – 4pm Sat. Oct. 17 9am – 4pm Sat. Oct. 31 9am – 4pm Sat. Nov. 14 9am – 4pm Sat. Nov. 28 9am – 4pm Outcomes: On successful completion of this course a student will be able to: Readings: Assessment: e.
 * How and why have certain technologies been incorporated into the learning process?
 * Where do these technologies come from and how have they been adapted to educational purposes?
 * How, in turn, has the use of specific technologies altered the form and structure of 21st century learning?
 * Situate their own professional practice within the field of educational technology with reference to a range of conceptual and theoretical viewpoints
 * Provide effective advice regarding suitable resources for ongoing self-directed professional development in the field of educational technology
 * Articulate and contribute to the discussion on some of the many controversial issues that surround the role of technology in 21st century learning
 * A collection of readings will be assembled as the course progresses. Most of these will be freely available online.
 * A detailed mind-map that shows the theories, concepts and resources that the student has developed to make sense of the field of educational technology.
 * An in-class presentation on an influential theory, theorist, topic or trend in the field of educational technology.
 * Leading a group discussion on a controversial topic in educational technology –based on a critical analysis of published research on the topic