Digital & Distance Learning

PREREQUISITE:  None

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course provides a comprehensive exploration of digital and distance learning, as well as educational technology, focusing on their roles in enhancing teaching, learning, and assessment across diverse settings. Students will examine the integration of technology in education, with an emphasis on tools, platforms, and strategies that support effective instructional design, learner engagement, and collaboration in digital environments.  The course delves into the applications of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, gamification, and learning management systems (LMS). Learners will also explore accessibility considerations, digital equity, and the creation of inclusive, technology-enhanced learning environments. Additionally, the course addresses instructional design for virtual platforms, strategies to foster collaboration in distance education, and the use of analytics to monitor and improve learner outcomes. Emphasis is placed on developing the skills necessary to design, implement, and evaluate innovative learning experiences, while also understanding the pedagogical and ethical implications of utilizing technology. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to leverage educational technology to create impactful, inclusive, and engaging learning experiences in digital and distance education settings.

UPON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, THE STUDENT WILL BE COMPETENT IN: