Educational Technology: Mastering Core Integration Skills

Are you an educator seeking to move beyond basic classroom tech use and strategically integrate digital tools to enhance student learning? This course provides the essential skills and frameworks needed for modern educational technology (EdTech) integration. Upon completion, you will possess a foundational understanding of digital pedagogy and instructional design. You will learn to responsibly select, implement, and manage digital resources, ensuring they align with learning objectives and promote student success. What you'll learn: * Understand the fundamental models and terminology used in instructional technology and digital pedagogy. * Design technology-enhanced lessons that promote critical thinking, collaboration, and student agency. * Apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to ensure all technological resources are accessible to diverse learners. * Practice effective digital citizenship and manage student data privacy when introducing new classroom tools. * Configure and evaluate digital assessment tools for formative and summative instructional feedback. * Learn basic prompt engineering techniques to leverage generative AI for differentiated lesson planning and resource creation. The course begins by establishing key terminology and foundational concepts in educational technology. Subsequent sections guide you through practical application, focusing on instructional design principles, ethical considerations, and responsible tool selection, followed by written exercises to practice these skills. This course is designed for beginners: K-12 teachers, instructional coaches, and educators who are new to formal EdTech integration. No prior experience with specific software or advanced technology is required. Start mastering the technology skills essential for the modern classroom.