Welcome to Theoretical Foundations of Technology Enhanced Learning. In this course you will be introduced to the foundations of human learning and development as they relate to both formal and informal learning settings. The main focus is on psychological principles of learning and how these can be applied in technology enhanced learning (TEL) environments. There is not a single theory that can explain all aspects of human learning, so you will be introduced to many different theoretical perspectives on learning and apply these in a variety of settings using a wide range of technologies.
Course ObjectivesWe will use the following book throughout the course:
We will also use other readings and articles throughout the course that will be available through the Virginia Tech University Libraries.
Lessons and ReadingsLessons | Readings |
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Lesson 1: Introduction to TEL | No required Readings |
Lesson 2: Behavioral Views of Learning | Chapter 7: Behavioral Views of Learning |
Lesson 3: Cognitive Views of Learning | Chapter 8: Cognitive Views of Learning |
Lesson 4: Complex Cognitive Processes | Chapter 9: Complex Cognitive Processes |
Lesson 5: The Learning Sciences and Constructivism | Chapter 10: The Learning Sciences and Constructivism |
Lesson 6: Social Cognitive Views of Learning and Motivation | Chapter 11: Social Cognitive Views of Learning and Motivation |
Lesson 7: Motivation in Learning and Teaching | Chapter 12: Motivation in Learning and Teaching |
Lesson 8: Cognitive Development | Chapter 2: Cognitive Development |
Lesson 9: Learner Differences and Learning Needs | Chapter 4: Learner Differences and Learning |
Lesson 10: Your Views Towards Learning | No Required Readings |
Throughout this course, you will be working on four different types of assignments.
Assignment types | Percentage of your grade | Points |
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1. Completion of Captivate Self-Assessments | 0% | 0 |
2. Philosophy of Learning | 15% | 30 |
3. Application-Based Scenarios/Case Studies | 55% | 110 |
4. Final Project (Development of a Technology Enhanced Mini-Lesson) | 30% | 60 |
Please see a specific breakdown of the points and the individual lessons below:
Lessons | Assignments (and point specification) | Total Points per Lesson |
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Lesson 1: Introduction to TEL | Personal Philosophy of Learning Draft (10) | 10 |
Lesson 2: Behavioral Views of Learning | Scenario Applications (15) | 15 |
Lesson 3: Cognitive Views of Learning | Scenario Applications (15) | 15 |
Lesson 4: Complex Cognitive Processes | Scenario Applications (15) | 15 |
Lesson 5: The Learning Sciences and Constructivism | Scenario Applications (15) | 15 |
Lesson 6: Social Cognitive Views of Learning and Motivation | Scenario Applications (10) | 15 |
Lesson 7: Motivation in Learning and Teaching | Scenario Applications (10) | 15 |
Lesson 8: Cognitive Development | Scenario Applications (10) + Draft Final Project (15) | 25 |
Lesson 9: Learner Differences and Learning Needs | Scenario Applications (10) | 10 |
Lesson 10: Your Views Towards Learning | Revised Philosophy of Learning (20) + Final Project (45) | 65 |
We have created an online student interface that allows you to submit assignments, check grades, and review the assignment rubrics. This will allow the graders to organize and grade your activities in a timely manner, and provide useful feedback. When an assignment has been graded you will then be able to log back into this interface to view your score and any feedback that was given. The student interface will also allow you to review the grading rubrics for each assignment. Please bookmark this direct link to the SASI (online student interface).
Course GradingThe following scale will be used in determining final grades:
Percentage | Grade |
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93-100% | A |
90-92% | A- |
87-89% | B+ |
83-86% | B |
80-82% | B- |
77-79% | C+ |
73-76% | C |
70-72% | C- |
67-69% | D+ |
63-66% | D |
60-62% | D- |
As part of an intellectual and ethical community, you must practice complete honesty in the preparation and submission of all work. Cheating, dishonesty and plagiarism of any kind, including the misuse of internet sources, are not tolerated. Any instances of academic dishonesty will be reported and may result in a “Fail” for the course. For information about the Undergraduate Honor System, refer to https://graduateschool.vt.edu/academics/expectations/graduate-honor-system/ghs-constitution.html Please read carefully Section 3 under Article I Purpose and Description.
The tenets of the Virginia Tech Graduate Honor Code will be strictly enforced in this course, and all assignments shall be subject to the stipulations of the Graduate Honor Code. For more information on the Graduate Honor Code, please refer to the GHS Constitution at https://graduateschool.vt.edu/academics/expectations/graduate-honor-system/ghs-constitution.html/
SupportIf you have any questions about this module, please contact us at itma@vt.edu. (Note: This course is designed to display properly on desktop, laptop, or tablet computers. It is not designed for use with smart phones.)
ReferencesAll vector images in this course are either designed by Freepik.com or by Evelien Schilder.