EDGC 400 — 21st Century Learning

21st Century Learning that shifts education away from learning as a cognitive/rational endeavour focused on reproduction of content knowledge, and toward learning as a life-long process. Contemporary learning in seven areas: 1) make learning and learner engagement central; 2) learning is social and often collaborative; 3) be attuned to learners’ motivations and emotions; 4) be sensitive to individual differences including prior knowledge; 5) be demanding for each learner but without excessive overload; 6) recognize assessment as critical, but with strong emphasis on formative feedback; 7) promote horizontal connectedness across activities and subjects, in and out of school.

• Credits: 3
• Faculty: Faculty of Education
• Department: Integrated Studies in Ed

Sections offered

• Section 001 (Lec), Mon Wed 4:05-5:25 pm — 16 seats open
• Section 002 (Lec), Mon Wed 4:05-5:25 pm — 0 seats open