EDU Education Courses at Global Campus

In this course students are introduced to the history of education in the United States by exploring the ideologies and theoretical frameworks that have shaped the social, political, cultural, and economic tenets within educational institutions in America. The course explores a historical perspective on the experiences of diverse groups of people within our nation’s schools. A particular focus on issues of power and privilege and the ways that race, class, gender, and sexuality intersect with school policies is highlighted. As a culminating project, students will demonstrate an understanding of the development of American education by explaining key historical conditions and events that have shaped the realities of the present-day educational system. (Cross-listed as HIS 324).

The application of instructional design for online learning will be emphasized as students apply their knowledge to analyze, select and design instructional strategies that are most effective for engaging and teaching online learners. Students will learn methods for managing and delivering online instruction utilizing course management tools and multimedia technologies in both synchronous and asynchronous environments. Prerequisites: EDU 120 and EDU 232.

In this course, students will examine eLearning in a variety of forms. Students will explore various instructional design eLearning principles, their application to eLearning materials, and will develop the skills necessary to evaluate eLearning products. Through the study of eLearning, students will also learn to identify evaluation methods that are appropriate to both context and audience. Prerequisites: EDU 120 and EDU 232.

In this course, students will discuss issues related to collaboration in the online environment and explore the use of technology to promote virtual collaboration, teamwork, and interaction. In addition, students will examine strategies for managing virtual teams and will utilize a variety of tools to design activities that leverage technology to support online collaboration and interaction. Prerequisites: EDU 120 and EDU 232.

Brain development as related to human development and the capacity for learning will be explored throughout this course. The neuroscience of brain development and how this information translates into education, as well as the implications of this information for maximizing learning, memory, behavior and overall functioning, are topics that will be addressed.

Foundations of Educational Technology is a comprehensive course that examines the influence of educational technology on teaching and learning, with a primary focus on utilizing emerging technology to enhance culturally-responsive student learning and engagement. This course provides prospective educators, instructional designers, and curriculum developers with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complex relationship between a variety of technology applications and diverse learning environments. Students will engage in collaborative discussions examining ethics in utilizing technology and will apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with necessary tools and insights to analyze various applications of educational technology within learning environments and to synthesize an instructional unit using integrated educational technology that promotes achievement for all learners.

Strategies and ideas of including the latest in technology advancements to promote student engagement and learner success will be examined in this course. Students will also gain hands on experience using a variety of technology to create instructional materials. Prerequisites: EDU 120 and EDU 232.

Students will learn to identify the differences in formative and summative evaluation data and design online learning scenarios to address both of these. The effectiveness of e-learning will be explored through research. The philosophy, use and development of grading rubrics for assignments will be explored. Issues of plagiarism and cheating in e-learning will also be examined. Prerequisites: EDU 120 and EDU 232.

Students will learn about the various theories and practices associated with adult learning, how learning may be designed and implemented for adult learners, as well as how learning as an adult differs from younger learners. Various modalities for instruction will be examined including e-learning, accelerated courses, and training sessions.

The political dimensions of policy formation/implementation in education and the use of power to influence educational policy will be explored. Conflict resolution and the analysis of consequences and impact will be examined.