Cloud Computing

Catalog description

One challenge in integrating technology in the classroom today is the availability of the tools. In this course, teachers will gain experience with many free, cloud-based tools that can be used on any device, anytime and from anywhere there is Internet access. K-12 students who are proficient using technology tools in powerful ways will benefit both in college and career. The tools used in the class will all be available to students even after they graduate from high school. Teachers will gain experience integrating the tools with instruction. Units will be developed over the course, while being informed by theoretical and empirical readings and group discussions. Teachers will also gain an understanding of the benefits of incorporating technology with cloud-based tools as well as the importance of teaching the powerful use of the tools by implementing their unit and in reflecting on and sharing instructional and classroom management strategies. Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate College of Health and Human Sciences School of Education