Integrating Technology in the Content Areas: Language Arts and Social Studies

Catalog description

This course addresses the infusion of new technologies in teaching language arts and social studies curricula. Participants study and assess the educational values of innovative teaching strategies that employ a broad range of instructional materials and resources. Museum-based education and community partnerships are an integral part of this course. Based upon a sound theoretical framework, instructional models, and best practices, participants design and create lesson activities and materials integrating technology resources including digital archives, digital storytelling, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and other online and publishing tools.