Web Tools: Enhancing Digital Teaching Methods
Master essential Web 2.0 tools to create engaging learning experiences. Learn to integrate digital tools for communication and collaboration.
Master essential Web 2.0 tools to create engaging learning experiences. Learn to integrate digital tools for communication and collaboration.
This comprehensive course introduces educators to Web 2.0 tools for enhanced teaching and learning. Led by experts from the University of Houston, participants learn to effectively integrate digital technologies like Edmodo, Twitter, Voicethread, and Skype into their classroom practices. The course covers communication, collaboration, and creativity tools, with practical examples of classroom implementation. Teachers develop skills to create engaging student activities and build a personal learning network for continued professional growth.
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What you'll learn
Master essential Web 2.0 tools for education
Create engaging digital learning activities
Implement effective online communication strategies
Develop collaborative learning environments
Integrate technology into classroom instruction
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
143 Minutes PreRecorded video
10 quizzes
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Web 2.0 tools for teaching and learning. The curriculum covers essential aspects of digital education, including communication tools, collaboration platforms, and creativity applications. Participants learn through practical scenarios, exploring how to effectively integrate these technologies into their classroom practices. The course emphasizes hands-on experience with popular educational technology tools and includes action research projects for practical application.
Getting Started
Module 1 · 27 Minutes to complete
Communication
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Collaboration
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Creativity
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Mini Action Research Project
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
Life Long Learning
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
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Instructors
Pioneer in Educational Digital Storytelling and Technology Integration
Dr. Bernard R. Robin serves as Associate Professor of Learning, Design and Technology at the University of Houston, where he has revolutionized the integration of technology in education through digital storytelling. His expertise spans traditional and online courses focusing on curriculum technology integration, educational multimedia, and community-based website development. His innovative teaching methods and significant contributions to educational technology earned him the University of Houston Teaching Excellence Award for Innovation in Instructional Technology in 2010. As an internationally recognized leader in educational digital storytelling, he has spent more than a decade conducting workshops, writing articles, and supervising graduate student research in this field. His creation of The Educational Uses of Digital Storytelling website, which received the 2009 MERLOT Faculty Development Award for Exemplary Online Materials, serves as a comprehensive resource for educators worldwide, featuring digital stories across various subjects and providing detailed information about creation tools and techniques. His work has significantly influenced how educators integrate digital storytelling into their teaching practices, making him a pivotal figure in advancing educational technology and multimedia learning methods.
Expert in Educational Technology and Digital Learning Innovation
Dr. Bulent Dogan serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Houston's Department of Curriculum & Instruction, where he has earned recognition for his innovative work in educational technology, including the prestigious UH Teaching Excellence Award for Innovation in Instructional Technology in 2023-24. His research focuses on digital storytelling in education, STEM education, and the integration of technology in K-12 classrooms. He co-teaches the widely successful Coursera course "Powerful Tools for Teaching and Learning: Web 2.0 Tools," which has attracted over 36,930 enrollments and maintains a strong 4.3/5 rating from learners. His scholarly work has made significant impacts in educational technology, with his research on digital storytelling implementation being cited over 300 times. His expertise spans various areas including educational uses of digital storytelling, iPad integration in higher education, and STEM education, particularly through the STEM SOS model. Through his teaching and research, Dr. Dogan continues to shape how educators integrate technology into their teaching practices, focusing on practical applications of Web 2.0 tools, collaboration platforms, and creative technologies in educational settings.
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