In this unit of study we will investigate what has emerged as global good practice in terms of ICT and education, as well as identify what your role as a teacher is in this regard. In this unit we will look specifically at ICT in Education Policy and the role of the teacher.
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In this unit, we will demonstrate how technology can contribute to teaching, learning, administration and professional development. Simple strategies to use ICT to support traditional teaching strategies will be introduced.
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This unit of study investigates how ICT can support the curriculum and the delivery of skills necessary to function in the 21st century.
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This unit of study covers how to efficiently search for, and identify, useful OER.
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This unit of study will investigate different hardware and devices which can be used in education. An overview will be provided of how to use each device as well as how to maintain the device.
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This unit of study will brainstorm ideas on how MS Word can be effectively used in your classrooms in a way that will benefit both teachers and learners. (This unit focuses on MS Word but the same principles can be applied to other Word processors like Google Docs, LibreOffice Writer and Apple Pages).
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This unit of study explores how using a presentation package (like MS PowerPoint or Google Slides) can enhance lessons by providing visual stimulation to assist in the communication of the teaching content.
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This unit of study explores some of the resources which are available on the internet and how they can add value and interaction to your lessons.
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This unit of study introduces popular search engines and how to conduct 'efficient' searches.
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This unit of study provides an introduction to email, some popular features, technical tips and email etiquette. It will also introduce how email can be using in the teaching and learning process.
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This unit of study provides six steps on how to create a mark book. Basic formulas e.g. adding columns, deriving the average of a column of figures and creating a formula to determine the symbol related to a specific mark are also included. (MS Excel is used in the study unit but a similar logic will apply to suing Google Sheets).
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This unit of study reviews different social media platforms and how to effectively incorporate some of them into your classroom.
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This unit of study delves into internet safety and cybercrime. It explores some of the current online threats and what measures can be taken to prevent a cyber attack.
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This unit of study explores how to logistically arrange lessons and activities to include ICT tools e.g. laptops, whiteboards, TV's, smartphones and tablets. Laboratories, classrooms and remote learning will be covered.
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This unit of study explores the various continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities that are available for educators.
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This unit of study identifies criteria on which to evaluate digital teaching resources to ensure that they are of good quality, credible and fit for purpose.
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