ITP 458 Using Technology in the Elementary Classroom

Addresses teacher use of technology in elementary classrooms, including incorporating technology and digital resources into instruction to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues. Explores strategies for developing critical information literacy among elementary students. Develops Teacher Candidates’ skills at using technology to support language and content learning, with special emphasis on multilingual learners (MLLs) and students with disabilities, such as dyslexia and dysgraphia.

Credits

3

Slash Listed Courses

Also offered for graduate-level credit as ITP 558, and may be taken only once for credit.

Prerequisite

Junior standing, declared major in Elementary Education, CI 116, CI 169, Psy 311U, Mth 211, Mth 212, and Mth 213.