Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom
This course is part of Virtual Teacher Specialization.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Digital Technology and Social Change Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Define educational technology's role in supporting virtual environments
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies for virtual instruction
Use collaborative learning tools to design learning activities
Implement game-based strategies for student engagement
Effectively utilize open educational resources
Evaluate MOOCs for K-12 education
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
1 Hours PreRecorded video
4 quizzes
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores emerging trends and technologies in K-12 virtual education. Participants learn to evaluate and implement educational technology in online classrooms, focusing on collaborative learning tools, game-based strategies, and open educational resources. The course covers essential topics like learning management systems, virtual classroom engagement techniques, and the integration of emerging technologies such as augmented reality and wearable tech. Special emphasis is placed on privacy considerations and age-appropriate technology implementation for students aged 13-18.
The Role of Educational Technology in K-12 Virtual Education
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Collaborative Technologies in Virtual Education
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Game-based Learning & Badges in Virtual Education
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Open Content in Virtual Education
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Virtual Teacher Specialization
Instructor
Pioneer in Virtual Education and Online Learning Coordinator at Irvine Unified School District
Dr. Racquel Stephens is an experienced educator with nearly three decades in the field, specializing in virtual education. Over the past 20 years, she has been a pioneer in online learning, having developed online Advanced Placement (AP) classes for the University of California, Santa Cruz's online high school. Currently, she serves as the Coordinator of Online Learning for the Irvine Unified School District in Southern California, where she focuses on enhancing educational access and equity through digital platforms.Dr. Stephens is actively involved in various associations dedicated to online teaching and learning. She recently completed a qualitative research study examining how online learning can improve access to high school courses in Southern California. On Coursera, she teaches several courses, including "Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom" and "Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom," where she shares her insights on effective practices for virtual education.
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