Theoretical Foundations of Educational Technology

Introduction

Course Description:

Overview of classic and contemporary theories of learning and their 
applications in educational technology and emerging orientations; 
implications for practice. Explores foundations, history, perspectives, and 
literature in the field. Enables students to think more critically about their 
efforts and career goals

Task

Course Objective:

After completing this course student will be able to:
1. Compare and contrast notions of past, present and future theories 
of educational technology. 
2. Distinguish between the theoretical positions that underlie current 
approaches to educational technology.
3. Define and identify epistemological principles.
4. Identify major theoretical schools of thought.

5. Differentiate between epistemological beliefs and theoretical 
schools of thought.
6. Describe and account for the origins of major theories and their 
influence on educational technology. 
7. Show how perceptions and approaches to educational technology 
have been influenced by prevailing educational theories. 
8. Explain how systematic approaches to educational technology 
differ from traditional classroom-based approaches to teaching. 
9. Contextualize emerging theories of learning within the framework 
of advancing technological innovations. 
10.Apply educational technology theories to practical development 
contexts.

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Process

Required Text
Theoretical Foundations of Learning Environments
Author (Eds.): Jonassen, D. H., & Land, S. M.
Date: 1999
Publisher: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates
ISBN-10: 0-8058-3216-5
6th Edition APA Manual: http://www.apa.org/ (program requirement)

Optional Texts
Januszewski, A. (2001). Educational technology: The development of a 
concept. Englewood, CO: Libraries Unlimited. 
ISBN: 1-56308-749-9
Moore, M. & Kearsley, G. (2005). Distance education: A systems view.
Belmont, CA: Thomson Wadsworth. 
ISBN: 0-534-50688-7

 

  • Equipment:

This is an online course requiring a computer with speakers and an 
Internet connection. Minimum hardware requirements for the EDTECH 
online courses may be located at: 
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  • Software Requirements:

Current software requirements for the EDTECH program: 
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  • Internet Connection: 

Of course, an Internet connection is required to participate in this online 
course. If you have a high speed connection it is preferable to dial-up 
access. If you only have dial-up access you can still get by, but patience 
is a virtue when waiting for files to download.

Evaluation

Grading
Grades in this course will consist of three major components:

1. In-class projects/preparation/participation (approximately 40%)
2. Reflection (approximately 20%)
3. Major paper or web pages (approximately 40%)

Point values are specified when the assignments are posted. I reserve the 
right to adjust these percentages, either collectively or individually, as 
necessary.
Grade Scale—Based on percentage of total points attained:

A: 90% - 100%
B: 80% - 89%
C: 70% - 79%
D: 60% - 69%
F: Less than 60%

 

 

 

 

 

If the cost of this course is being reimbursed by your district or school, 
please review the policies regarding the minimum grade required for a 
complete reimbursement. It is not the responsibility of the instructor to 
assure a grade that meets those requirements.

Credits

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