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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2022 - 2023
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Description The purpose of this module is to equip teachers with the skills and competencies required to teach in online and blended learning environments. Teachers will explore the full range of tools and strategies available to them to engage their learners in effective online and blended lessons. Teachers will engage with pedagogical approaches for online and blended learning and reflect on the implications of these approaches for their professional practice, teacher-student relationships, and teacher-parent relationships. Through various peer-evaluated micro-teaching sessions, students will apply creative approaches to online and blended delivery and begin to develop a professional identity in the online and digital learning space. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrate a creative capacity to use a variety of technologies in online and blended learning contexts. 2. Evaluate the potential and limitations of these technologies for teaching and learning in online and blended learning contexts and reflect on their impact. 3. Demonstrate an understanding of the pedagogical, social and technical issues surrounding online and blended learning and explore their implications on professional relationships. 4. Critically reflect on blended learning approaches and their impact on teaching and learning. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 Online & blended learning - an overviewHistory and growth of online and blended learning. Success and challenges. Understanding terminology and jargon.Pedagogy, planning and evaluationPedagogical approaches to online and blended learning. How to plan online and blended learning sessions. Evaluation of online and blended learning.Conducting live online lectures and tutorialsHow to use tools such as Zoom & Google Meet to conduct live lectures and tutorials onlineDeveloping asynchronous contentUsing tools such as articulate & H5P to create asynchronous learning resourcesCreating screencasts and recorded presentationsCreating screencasts and recorded presentations using tools such as SnagIt and Camtasia. Learning how to record presentations for re-use.Using discussion forumsEngaging with discussion-based tools on platforms such as Loop and Google Classroom to facilitate discussion and engagement.Structured micro-teachingSupport driven micro-teaching sessions to gain feedback on using tools and strategies listed above. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Other Resources 51623, Website, 0, Professional Development Service for Teachers, www.pdst.ie, | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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