Research Topics in Technology Enhanced Learning
Postgraduate course
- ECTS credits
- 15
- Teaching semesters
- Autumn, Spring
- Course code
- INFO352
- Number of semesters
- 1
- Teaching language
- English
- Resources
- Schedule
Course description
Objectives and Content
The aim of the course is to give an understanding of central perspectives, theoretical foundations and concepts related to the use of advanced technology for learning and teaching. It provides in-depth, cross-disciplinary coverage of the field of technology enhanced learning that is at the cross roads of technology, education, psychology, and applied social science.
The course emphasizes both historical and contemporary perspectives, and covers selected topics such as learning theory, artificial intelligence in education, mobile learning, computer support for collaborative learning, serious games, online learning, MOOCs, and learning analytics.
Learning Outcomes
A student who has completed the course should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge
The student
- understands historical and contemporary perspectives on Technology Enhanced Learning.
- knows the theoretical and methodological foundations of Technology Enhanced Learning.
Skills
The student
- can plan, design, critique and evaluate technology enhanced learning in various settings.
- can carry out research on Technology Enhanced Learning
Level of Study
Semester of Instruction
Required Previous Knowledge
Access to the Course
Teaching and learning methods
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
There will be mandatory assignments which must be completed and approved. The approved mandatory assignments can be carried over to the following semester, but not beyond.
Mandatory participation: Attendance at 80% of course sessions is mandatory.
Forms of Assessment
The exam assignment will be given in the language of instruction in the course.
The exam answer must be submitted in the same language as the exam assignment.
Grading Scale
Assessment Semester
Assessment in teaching semester.
Students with valid absence as defined in the UiB regulations § 5-5 can apply for an extended submission deadline to eksamen.infomedia@uib.no. The application must be submitted before the deadline for submission has expired.