Choosing and Using Learning Technology

Course Description:

LRNT 509:  Enables students to categorize the various instructional media and both synchronous and asynchronous learning technology formats in current use and critically assess their characteristics. Encourages students to explore the pedagogical rationale for selecting appropriate technology for particular instructional contexts and to evaluate the effect that factors such as cost and available infrastructure have on successful implementation. Gives hands-on experience to help students  determine ease of use and to estimate the potential training needs of their faculty and students. (3 credits)