Use the following objectives to check your learning as you proceed through the class:
Identify benefits of using technology with children ages 3-5.
Use the Three C's when using technology with children ages 3-5.
Create media-rich environments that help children become accustomed to, and proficient with, various types of media.
Explore the theory of biliterate brain development.
Discover best practices for using technology as a family with young children.
Use research and data to support the use of technology in teaching and learning for children ages 3-5.
Find community resources to aid in the intentional use of technology for teaching and learning.
Identify quality resources to support the use of technology by early learners.
Reflect on learning by sharing information with others.
In this class, you will work through several lessons to learn how to effectively use technology with children ages 3-5 for teaching and learning. Below is a description of each lesson and an estimate of the amount of time it may take to complete each one.
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Getting Started
Welcome to the Using Technology with Early Learners Class: Review the course objectives and the course overview. 5 minutes
Using Open Space Groups: Join the Early Learning Open Space group. In this group, discuss and reflect on the use of technology with early learners with like-minded educators. 5 minutes
Adult Support For Early Learners and Technology Use
Using Technology with Early Learners: Identify the benefits of using technology with early learners and apply strategies to enhance those benefits. 20 minutes
Teaching Early Learners with Technology: Read research that supports the use of technology in early learning classrooms and identify quality resources to integrate. 25 minutes
Family Best Practices for Using Technology: Learn strategies and plans to implement as a family to encourage healthy use of media and technology. 25 minutes
Community Support for Early Learners and Technology: Explore plans with guidance on how communities can support early learners and families with technology use. 20 minutes
Checking Your Learning
Self-Assessments: Answer questions to reflect on what you learned. Share your learning with others. 20 minutes
Quiz and Contact Hour Certificate: Take a quiz to earn a contact hour certificate for 2 contact hours (2 Ohio Approved hours). 5 minutes
If you need help while completing this class, please contact us at support.infohio.org.
