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EDU332Education2 Unitsintermediate

Educational Technology

This course introduces students to the concepts and theories of educational technology and their application in the teaching profession. It explores the historical development of educational technology, communication processes, and systems approaches. Students will learn about information and communication technology in distance education, educational resource centers, and techniques for instructional media production, including improvisation, lettering, audio, visual, and audio-visual media. The course also covers instructional system design and development.

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60h
Study Time
13
Weeks
5h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Educational TechnologyInstructional DesignCommunicationMedia ProductionDistance Education

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Educational Technology Definitions

2

Instructional Technology Roles

3

History of Educational Technology

4

Communication Process

5

Instructional Systems Design

6

Instructional Media Production

7

Improvisation Techniques

8

Lettering Techniques

9

Audio Media Production

10

Visual Media Production

11

Photography in Education

Total Topics11 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Instructional Designer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Educational Technologist

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Training Specialist

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Curriculum Developer

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Multimedia Specialist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationCorporate TrainingE-LearningGovernmentNon-profit Organizations

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

MODULE 1: EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

4h

Unit 1: Meaning of Educational Technology

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Meaning of Educational Technology, focusing on the different interpretations and dimensions of educational technology.
  • •Identify and differentiate between Educational Technology I, II, and III.
  • •Reflect on the relevance of psychology to educational technology.

Unit 2: Instructional Technology

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Instructional Technology, focusing on the relationship between educational technology and instructional technology.
  • •Differentiate between instruction, teaching, learning, and indoctrination.
  • •List and discuss the roles of instructional technology in teaching and learning.
Week
2

MODULE 1: EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

4h

Unit 3: History of Educational Technology: Global Perspectives

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: History of Educational Technology: Global Perspectives, tracing the development of educational technology from the Stone Age to the Information Age.
  • •Explain the link between technological advancement and the development of educational technology.
  • •Discuss the impact of key inventions like the printing press and the computer on education.

Unit 4: Historical Development of Educational Technology in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Historical Development of Educational Technology in Nigeria, presenting the history of educational technology in Nigeria from the pre-missionary era to the present day.
  • •Establish the contributions of foreign organizations in the application of educational technology in Nigeria.
  • •Discuss educational technology as an academic discipline and as a professional field.
Week
3

MODULE 1: EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

4h

Unit 5: The Place of Information and Communication Technology in Distance Education

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: The Place of Information and Communication Technology in Distance Education, explaining the terms distance education and distance learning.
  • •Discuss the various ways by which ICT influences teacher education programs.
  • •Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of specific media used in distance learning.

Unit 6: Educational Resource Centres (ERC)

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Educational Resource Centres (ERC), explaining the term educational resource centers and their nomenclature in Nigeria.
  • •Discuss the advantages of educational resource centers.
  • •Explain the problems hindering effective operations of educational resource centers in Nigeria.
Week
4

MODULE 2: INSTRUCTIONAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 1: The Communication Process

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: The Communication Process, defining the term communication and explaining the communication process.
  • •Identify and describe the elements of the communication process.
  • •Establish the relationship between the communication process and the teaching-learning process.
Week
5

MODULE 2: INSTRUCTIONAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 2: Types and Models of Communication

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Types and Models of Communication, listing and discussing the various types of communication.
  • •Sketch and explain David Berlo's, Schramm and Weaver, and Harold Lasswell Communication models.
  • •Analyze the implications of communication models for the teaching/learning process.
Week
6

MODULE 2: INSTRUCTIONAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 3: Instructional Systems Design: Definition of Terms

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Instructional Systems Design: Definition of Terms, defining instruction, system, development, instructional system, and instructional system development.
  • •Describe different approaches to instructional system design.
  • •Identify and discuss the basic factors in instructional system design and development.
Week
7

MODULE 2: INSTRUCTIONAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 4: Systems Approach

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Systems Approach, defining systems and systems approach.
  • •Discuss the principles of the systems approach.
  • •Apply the principles of wholeness, systemization, environment, optimization, variety, and equifinality.
Week
8

MODULE 2: INSTRUCTIONAL COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND DEVELOPMENT

2h

Unit 5: Factors or Methods, Media Selection, Time and Evaluation in Instructional Systems Design and Development

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Factors or Methods, Media Selection, Time and Evaluation in Instructional Systems Design and Development, explaining the roles of methods, media, time, and evaluation in designing and developing instructional systems.
  • •Discuss factors to consider in selecting media, methods, and evaluation strategies.
  • •Begin developing an instructional system to teach a specific topic.
Week
9

MODULE 3: INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA PRODUCTION

2h

Unit 1: Techniques of Instructional Media Production

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 1: Techniques of Instructional Media Production, identifying the requirements for producing instructional media.
  • •Explain the three types of production of instructional media: imitative, adaptive, and creative.
  • •Discuss the importance of local production of instructional materials.
Week
10

MODULE 3: INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA PRODUCTION

2h

Unit 2: Improvisation

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 2: Improvisation, explaining the term improvisation and its significance in instructional media production.
  • •Discuss the factors influencing improvisation of instructional materials.
  • •Learn the steps involved in improvisation with paper mache and other materials.
Week
11

MODULE 3: INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA PRODUCTION

2h

Unit 3: Lettering

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 3: Lettering, defining the word lettering and its importance in visual communication.
  • •Write alphabet letters in Gothic, Roman, and Italic forms.
  • •List the qualities of good lettering and the instruments and materials used.
Week
12

MODULE 3: INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA PRODUCTION

2h

Unit 4: Production of Audio Media

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 4: Production of Audio Media, listing and explaining the forms of audio media.
  • •Learn about script writing for audio programs.
  • •State the procedure for recording audio media and its utilization.
Week
13

MODULE 3: INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA PRODUCTION

4h

Unit 5: Production of Visual and Audio Visual Media

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 5: Production of Visual and Audio Visual Media, defining visual and audio-visual media.
  • •Analyze visual media and audio media, and list the basic principles of media production.
  • •Explain the steps in producing audio-visual media, including tele-scriptwriting.

Unit 6: Photography

2 study hours
  • •Read Unit 6: Photography, listing different types of cameras and mentioning the parts of a camera.
  • •Name and explain the steps involved in photography.
  • •State and give meaning to different types of shots and the rules of photography in the teaching-learning process.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Educational Technology theories (Units 1-2) to practical applications in instructional design (Units 3-5).

2

Practice analyzing communication scenarios (Module 2) to identify potential barriers and effective strategies.

3

Develop sample instructional materials (Module 3) using different media and improvisation techniques.

4

Review the historical timeline of Educational Technology (Module 1) and its impact on modern educational practices.

5

Focus on understanding the principles of systems approach (Unit 4, Module 2) and how they apply to designing effective learning experiences.

6

Prepare examples of how different assessment methods (assignments, TMAs, exams) align with the learning outcomes of the course.

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