EDUC 307 - Integrating Digital Technologies and Social Media In Learning Environments

This course introduces students to the social and cognitive theories of digital technologies in learning and training environments. These technologies include hardware such as interactive tablets and screens, mobile devices, and software such as online multimedia, video, serious games and social media. This course discusses these technologies using problem-based learning approaches. Students also engage in practical project-based activities.

Book:

The following books are the required texts for the course. Students have the option to buy them as hardcopy or etexts. They are available in both formats.

Book I: Langmia, K., Tyree, T., O'Brien, P., & Sturgis, I. ( Eds.) (2014). Social Media: Pedagogy and Practice. New York, NY: University Press of America.

Book II: Venkatesh, V., Wallin, J., Castro, J.C., & Lewis, J. (Eds.) (2014). Educational, Psychological, and Behavioral Considerations in Niche Online Communities. Hershey, PA: IGI Global.

Total Price to be paid to the Publisher (prices may change). Publisher access information is on the course website.

NOTE: Students registering for this course must have an electronic device (tablet, laptop), capable of receiving and sending a wireless signal.

Registration Information:

Concordia students must register for this course in their Student Hub. It is strongly recommended that they consult Concordia's class schedule prior to enrolling in order to be aware of any registration restrictions (see the notes). Once registered, students must then sign up for an eConcordia account to access the course material. » Visit the registration section for details.

COURSE OUTLINE

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