021702 Current Issues and Applications in Educational Computing

6cp; availability: not available to students who have completed any subject in the Educational Computing Major Study sequence
Advanced study elective
Undergraduate
Subject coordinator: Matthew Kearney

This subject provides an overview of current issues and applications in the use of computers in schools, focusing on primary schools. It introduces a variety of applications software which have been covered in greater detail in the Educational Computing Major Study sequence. It covers teaching and learning with LOGO, the use of integrated packages such as Clarisworks, curriculum documents and policy statements, the Internet and implications for teaching and learning, and changes in school use of technology.

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,430.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

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