Latest Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026
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Description The purpose of this module is to enable students to design and publish an online learning activity and also to critically identify and analyse key issues in designing, developing or supporting welcoming learning environments. Learners will engage in a series of lectures, workshops and practical work that will enable them to design, develop and critically review digital learning resources that can be used in adult and further education. Learners will also reflect on key issues related to the integration of established and emerging technologies for learning and associated theories (e.g. open education, AI in education, podcasts, digital literacies). This module will involve an outdoor excursion which involves a walk to a local park and/or other DCU campus. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Identify key features of a digital learning environments 2. Analyse the role of the digital in the design and function of Learning Environments 3. Examine and critically reflect on issues associated with digital learning environment design, development, use and non-use 4. Appraise and evaluate ICT tools, platforms and devices used to create Learning Environments 5. Design, develop and publish an online learning activity that can be used within adult and/ or further education 6. The student will be able to critically evaluate the reliability, relevance, and accuracy of online information, mindful of misinformation and disinformation. 7. The student will be able to act responsibly when using digital technologies, with due regard for oneself and others. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Theme 1 Overview of Learning Environments What constitutes a Learning environment?What is the role of ICT in the creation of a learning environment? Why is ICT being promoted in Learning Environments? What are the key issues arising from the use of ICT in Learning Environments? What competencies do Learners/ Teachers/ Trainers need to perform activities or function within an ICT-enabled Learning Environment? Theme 2 Current Issues in creation of Learning Environment: Pedagogy, Accessibility, Digital Visitors versus Digital Residents, Flexibility, Interactivity Theme 3 How to design and implement a digital learning activity - Planning site Overview - Story boarding the website - Selecting Tool, Deciding on Content, Implementing your design, Testing and evaluation. Theme 4 Focus on Pedagogy in technology-enabled Learning Environments (Constructivism/ Collaborative Learning/ Independent Learning/ Multiple Intelligence Theory/ Communities of Practice and Communities of Learners) Theme 5 Focus on Aesthetic in technology-enabled Learning Environments - Graphic Design - Principles of Graphic Design in online medium (Balance and Emphasis/ Simplicity/ Alignment/ Contrast and Consistency) Theme 6 Multimedia - Exploring the use of Video/ Animation/ Audio/ Graphics/ Images in online Learning Environments Theme 7 Practical Skills Training - Workshops on use of software such as digital video, google sites, in the formation and publication of an online learning activity | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List Books: None Articles: None | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources None | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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