Moving Forward: Integrating Technology-Mediated Instruction into Curricula
Purpose
The purpose of this presentation is to provide knowledge to assist educators in utilizing technology-mediated instruction in curricula.
Methods and/or Description of Project
The nature of how information is delivered in the classroom and how technology is incorporated continues to evolve and impact the everyday teaching culture. The overwhelming number of techniques for integrating technology and learning can be stressful, daunting, and even paralyzing for instructors. Developing educators for the complexities of technology in the classroom involves understanding many things including: generational shifts in the student population, teaching models, technological advances, and resources. Teaching models have evolved to incorporate student expectations and evolving technology. At the of this session, participants will gain an understanding of how to design courses to include technology-mediated materials.
Results/Outcomes
Upon the completion of this session the learner will demonstrate the following outcomes:
1. Understand definitions and terminology associated with integrating technology into curriculum (blended learning, flipped classroom, technology-mediated, etc.)
2. Recognize generational shifts and assess the learning styles impacting today's student.
3. Delineate and analyze knowledge related to the strengths and weaknesses of technological resources in order to apply a variety technology-mediated resources to enhance curriculum.
4. Assess the effectiveness of integrating technology-mediated instruction into the curriculum.
Conclusions/Relevance to the conference theme: Shaping the Future of Physical Therapy Education
Technology is being increasingly integrated into our daily lives, including education. The nature of how information is delivered in the classroom and how technology is incorporated continues to evolve and impact the everyday teaching culture. Students arrive in the classroom with the expectation of learning in a technology-mediated environment. This session will focus on the future direction of education, specifically that of physical therapy. It is essential that educators in the physical therapy profession keep current with the technological advances in society.
References
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Course Objectives
Upon the completion of this session the learner will:
1. Understand definitions and terminology associated with integrating technology into curriculum (blended learning, flipped classroom, technology-mediated, etc.)
2. Recognize generational shifts and assess the learning styles impacting today's student.
3. Delineate and analyze knowledge related to the strengths and weaknesses of technological resources in order to apply a variety technology-mediated resources to enhance curriculum.
4. Assess the effectiveness of integrating technology-mediated instruction into the curriculum.
Instructional Methods
Lecture
Activities
Discussion/Q&A
Tentative Outline/Schedule
15 min: Introductions, Historical Context, Literature Review (technology; generational shifts; learning styles), Terminology
25 min: Implementation of Technology-Mediated Integration (determining student needs; selecting appropriate resources and tools with examples; organizational and structural models for integration)
25 min: Assessment of Technology-Mediated Integration (student feedback intra-course and post-course; learning outcomes)
10 min: Conclusions & Closing Thoughts
15 min: Question & Answer Session
Total: 90 min