Engaging Learners Online | Teaching Through Technology
Duration
Three-week online coursePrice
$150 + GST for public courses, or contact us for organisation bookingsExplore and assess technology and resources that support enhanced teaching, learning and overall engagement.
About the course
This course takes place online over three weeks and includes three one-hour Zoom sessions. Participants will also have 24/7 access to course materials with facilitation and support for creating engaging learning activities. This equates to approximately four hours of learning per week.
Topics covered
Can technology enhance learning and engage your learners? The focus of this online course is to raise awareness of the potential of educational technology to enhance learning and teaching. This will include:
- Introduction to a number of engaging techniques for both synchronous and asynchronous online learning
- Opportunities to learn and share ways these techniques can be used in different educational contexts
Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes are:
- Apply a range of techniques and tools to engage learners in synchronous learning.
- Apply a range of techniques and tools to engage learners in asynchronous learning.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed to support new tertiary teachers and experienced teachers, with beginner to intermediate technology skills that are keen to investigate and implement innovative learning technology solutions.
About the facilitator
James Oldfield is the Manager Digital Learning at Unitec Institute of Technology. James provides leadership and strategic direction to Unitec in matters relating to digital learning and teaching. James has 17 years lecturing experience in business information systems and social learning technologies. James is also currently working towards a PhD in Education at Murdoch University.
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Public course dates will be listed below when available. Or, contact your local hub to discuss booking a course privately for your organisation.
Upcoming public workshops on this topic
Taking that next step in your professional learning and development is easy with Ako Aotearoa. Everything is evidence-based, practical, high-quality, effective and sustainable.
Our range of PLD workshops and courses can be delivered online or face-to-face, many with digital badges awarded on completion:
- In-house Learning and Development
We can deliver in-house professional development targeted to your needs. For face-to-face options, we can come to you. Contact us to discuss your needs and budget. - Public Online Workshops
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