AE 2240 - Instructional Technology

Credits: 3

Students learn applications that support instruction and enhance student learning, including the use of the computer as an image-making tool. Skills at various levels include: technical use of the computer, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, wikis, blogs, basic stop motion animation and editing, digital storytelling, and use of the Internet. Upon successful completion of the course, students are able to use the computer for a variety of teaching situations, are familiar with digital image-making software, can track and analyze student progress, and have prepared and delivered visual presentations.

Prerequisites: AE 2215 - Introduction to Art Education; must be an Art Education major

Course Learning Outcomes:

Students learn K-12 art content, central concepts, tools of inquiry, appropriate evidence-based instructional practices and specialized character of the visual arts being taught.
Students will learn K-12 lessons that reflect the interconnectedness of content areas/disciplines.
Students will learn appropriate K-12 available technology in their instruction to maximize student learning.
Students will learn to establish and communicate high expectations for all K-12 students and plan instruction that helps students develop critical-thinking and problem solving skills.
Students will learn to communicate effectively, making learning objectives clear and providing appropriate models of language for K-12.
Students will learn appropriate methods to assess what each K-12 student has learned, including formal and informal assessments, and use results to plan further instruction.