Technologies as Cognitive Tools (Classroom & Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
One of the effective ways of using technologies to support student learning is to use technologies as cognitive tools for them to construct personal meaning, engage in critical, creative and complex thinking. This course will enable learners to learn the underpinning learning theories and practical considerations for the use of technologies as cognitive tools. They will be introduced to cognitive tools and why they should be used and their affordances. They will also be exposed to Representational tools as well as other computer-supported collaborative learning. This course targets learners who are involved in Adult Professional Development, Continuing Education and Training, or other relevant training experiences in various industries and/or in education Learners will be equipped with knowledge of design for learning by integrating learning design, learning analytics and teacher inquiry. Learners will also be able to analyse learning effectiveness by the end of the course.
What You'll Learn
- Describe and explain the role of cognitive tools in teaching and learning and the trends of using computers as cognitive tools.
- Explain theories and principles related to using computers as cognitive tools.
- Analyze the affordances and demonstrate effective strategies to use appropriate cognitive tools to enhance learning in specific subject areas.
- Design coherent and effective learning activities with appropriate combinations of cognitive tools; be able to justify the choice of tools concerning classroom learning problems and assess the effectiveness of the implementation.
Entry Requirements
While there is no prerequisite for participants to take the
individual courses, participants with background and /or
experiences in one or more of the following areas will
better appreciate the course contents.
a) A good Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
b) A teaching qualification such as the Postgraduate Diploma in Education or at least one year of work experience in educationc) Undergraduate diplomas and, in some cases, relevant working experience could also be considered on a case-by-case basis. This will include TOEFL or IELTS scores that meet the minimum scores required for entry into NIE programmes for international applicants whose graduate degrees are from non-English medium institutions.