Investigates foundational issues underpinning learning technologies. Examines the histories, theories, debates, and contemporary developments of the field. Provides a well-rounded and in-depth understanding of critical issues in learning and technology and their impact on society.
Explores a variety of design models and approaches in creating exemplar learning environments. Analyzes and gains an appreciation of student and stakeholder needs. Investigates effective and ineffective designs. Explores the role of innovation in re-imagining learning environments. Applies a design mindset to solve real-world problems.
Examines aspects of leadership and change as they affect the creation and implementation of digital learning environments. Develops leadership and change management skills. [For more information please visit the MALAT course site.]
Requires students to identify and investigate a topic of personal interest related to learning, technology, design and innovation. Facilitated through the execution of a personal learning plan and supported by one-to-one faculty-student mentoring. [For more information please visit the MALAT course site.]
Supports students in producing a digital learning resource of personal significance and relevance. Examples include, but are not limited to, the creation of an instructional module, a series of learning objects, an open educational resource, a series of tutorials, an app, or any other tool, technology, or resource of student’s choice. Facilitated through the execution of a personal learning plan and supported by mentoring from the instructor, peer-to-peer and digital learning networks and communities. [For more information please visit the MALAT course site.]
An experiential course that enables students to design and facilitate digital learning experiences on contemporary topics of interest; investigate emerging topics in learning, technology, design and innovation; and evaluate digital learning experiences and facilitation strategies. [For more information please visit the MALAT course site.]