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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.


 * 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?

The course will take place on a series of Saturdays in Arts 180 (Educational Technology Centre) at UBC Okanagan.

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:
 * 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

Readings

 * A collection of readings will be assembled as the course progresses. Most of these will be freely available online. See Hyperlinks and Resources in the menu.