EDF3229

Communicating With New Technologies (6 points)

(EDU)

Leader: Dr Glenn Russell

Offered:
Peninsula Second semester 2003 (Day)
Peninsula Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: This unit is designed to provide students with an opportunity to utilise new communication technologies. There are two modules (initially, based on hypertext and desktop video) in which students have the opportunity to complete practical tasks. In the first module, students will learn elements of hypertext, and write hypertextual stories against a background of hypertextual theory involving adult and school-age hypertexts. In module two, students will examine the role of desktop video in educational and other contexts, and will complete a practical task involving its use. This is a unit with both theoretical and practical components.

Assessment: Module 1: A folio of hypertext writing tasks, submitted on disk: 30%,Module 2: Small group task involving a desktop video conf. presentation, lesson, or project: 30%, and Examination: 40%.

Contact Hours: 2 hours per week