EDU1471 Technology Education (FOEDU)

Semester 2 (ONC)Toowoomba (ONC)Fraser Cst

Units 1.0 (Teacher Education) Band 5

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Synopsis

Students will develop an understanding of technology as one of the Key Learning Areas. An emphasis will be placed on the distinction between this and other topical issues in education, such as learning technology, information technology, and educational technology. Topics will include development of the KLA; an introduction to syllabus documents; and a consideration of current technology education implementation issues, and future possibilities within the various educational sectors. The course will consider the four strands of the KLA within an outcomes based education framework, and provide students with opportunities to identify relevant student learning experiences. Issues relating to technological appropriateness, learning contexts, and technology management will be addressed.