Integration of Information and Computer Technology in Instruction - Additional Qualifications

Part 1 - Integration of Information and Computer Technology in Instruction (IICT) (EDAQ A4357E)
MODE OF DELIVERY: ONLINE - Asynchronous Instructors may include optional synchronous sessions with opportunities for 'real-time' discussion (varies by section) REGISTER: Click here TEXTBOOK: No textbook required - all resources available online OSAP Micro-Credential funding available
COURSE DESCRIPTION This Part 1 course explores practical technological tools available to enhance teacher instruction and support student learning. Each module examines current educational technology trends and research while providing practical resources that participants can implement into their teaching and learning. The course will provide opportunities for candidates to critically examine the role of technology and their responsibilities to meet 21st century learners’ needs. The course will examine policy, professionalism and assist teachers in deciphering how to choose technology that meets both their own needs and their students.	PREREQUISITES (as required by OCT) OCT Member in Good Standing or OCT applicant if new Ontario BEd graduate (Read more) Your teacher education program coursework and practicum must be successfully completed before registration	WHAT TO EMAIL IN WHEN YOU REGISTER? No documentation needs to be sent in.
	Technological Education qualified teachers are also eligible to take this course.

Part 2 - Integration of Information and Computer Technology in Instruction (IICT)
(EDAQ A4358E) ** NEW **

MODE OF DELIVERY: ONLINE - Asynchronous
Instructors may include optional synchronous sessions with opportunities for 'real-time' discussion (varies by section)
REGISTER: Click here
TEXTBOOK: No textbook required - all resources available online
OSAP Micro-Credential funding available

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Integration of Information and Computer Technology in Instruction Part 2 course is designed to build on the foundations established in Part 1. Educators will extend their learning in key areas of technology in education including digital literacy and digital citizenship, artificial intelligence, education technology frameworks, equity, accessibility, and environmental stewardship.

This Part 2 AQ course takes a deeper look at Artificial Intelligence tools available in education, assessing their pedagogical value and appropriateness of meeting the diverse needs of learners. By the end of this course, participants will have deepened their understanding of emerging concepts and technologies and how it impacts their teaching practice. Participants will walk away with practical resources that they could use in their teaching practice with students.

PREREQUISITES

(as required by OCT)

OCT Member in Good Standing
Completion of Part 1
194 days teaching experience completed before the course start date - days of teaching can only be counted after you become a certified teacher

WHAT TO EMAIL IN WHEN YOU REGISTER?

Signed Teaching Experience Form

If you have a Part 2 qualification visible on your OCT certificate, you don't need to send us verification of your teaching days.