MEDT-7490 21st Century Literacy Skills for Teaching and Learning

Description

This course explores the integration of 21st-century literacy skills including visual literacy, media literacy, information literacy, digital citizenship, and AI literacy into instructional design and teaching practices. Through a combination of theory, hands-on design, and peer collaboration, candidates will develop and evaluate multimodal learning experiences that are inclusive, engaging, and grounded in cognitive learning theory. Emphasis is placed on identifying instructional gaps through needs assessment, designing microlearning resources, and leveraging digital tools to support personalized and competency-based learning. Participants will critically examine the ethical use of digital media and emerging technologies while developing practical strategies to enhance learner engagement and digital fluency in K 12 and professional learning contexts.

Course Hours

Lecture Hours: 3.00 Lab Hours: 0Total Hours: 3.00