1. Educational Technology ITEC 19525

2. What is Technology? Here are 4 different definitions (#3 captures the essence without being too wordy): Systematic technique, method, or approach to solve a problem Systematic technique, method, or approach to solve a problem Applying science Applying science Using a tool or means to improve our lives Using a tool or means to improve our lives Commonly (but not accurately) thought of as computer technology Commonly (but not accurately) thought of as computer technology

3. What is Technology Education? 2 definitions with similar ideas: Study of human ability to create & use tools to shape the natural environment to meet their needs Study of human ability to create & use tools to shape the natural environment to meet their needs Learning the skills necessary to use technology tools Learning the skills necessary to use technology tools

4. What is Educational Technology? 2 different authors (focus on the 1 st ): “Any technology used by educators in support of teaching & learning” (Lever-Duffy, McDonal, & Mizell, 2005). “Any technology used by educators in support of teaching & learning” (Lever-Duffy, McDonal, & Mizell, 2005). “A combination of the processes & tools involved in addressing educational needs & problems, with an emphasis on applying the most current tools: computers & other electronic technologies” (Roblyer, 2006) “A combination of the processes & tools involved in addressing educational needs & problems, with an emphasis on applying the most current tools: computers & other electronic technologies” (Roblyer, 2006)

5. Course Overview This course will focus on the following components: Educational Technology Concepts Educational Technology Concepts K-12 Integration K-12 Integration Electronic Portfolio Electronic Portfolio Standards/Objectives Standards/Objectives Computing Skills Computing Skills