Goals and Objectives of this Course:

• Identify your current depth of knowledge specific to digital technology use from both a teaching and learning perspective.
• Investigate the basics of digital technology use by investigating research-based contentions.
• Explore:
  • Current statistics on digital and social media use by students and adults
  • Effects of digital device and social media use on adolescents
  • Findings from brain research regarding effects of screen time
  • Intentional use of digital devices as part of instruction
• Investigate teaching and learning strategies specific to digital use.
• Explore websites and tech tools to teach and model balanced digital use in and out of the classroom.
• Reflect on the possibility of implementing your learning in your classroom.