Introduction to EdTech (Coursera)

Offered by EDHEC Business School,
Introduction to EdTech (Coursera)

Co-developed by Supercharger Ventures and EDHEC Business School. EdTech, short for Education Technology, is one of the most exciting sectors in the economy today poised to re-shape how education systems work and how people learn around the world. Introduction to EdTech MOOC is designed to explore EdTech fundamentals and build the foundational knowledge for educators, institutions, entrepreneurs and governments to appreciate the impact and potential of new tools, technologies, business models and learning methods in education.

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In this course, through a series of video lectures, expert interviews, case studies, and assessments you will learn about the major areas of EdTech including Alternative & Digital Education, Hybrid Learning, Challenger Universities, Learning Apps, How Institutions can apply EdTech, as well as, the core technologies driving EdTech including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data and AR/VR. You will learn from leading academics and global experts who will share real-life examples about the innovations, technology and policies driving the transformation of education.

What You Will Learn

  • Understand the key components of EdTech
  • Understand the key drivers behind the rise of new edtech solutions, learning methodologies and business models
  • Understand how EdTech can be applied within institutions, in class and in our daily life
  • Understand how new technologies and business models are shaping the way learning is delivered and consumed

Syllabus

WEEK 1: Foundations of EdTech
WEEK 2: Digital and Alternative Education
WEEK 3: EdTech for Institutions
WEEK 4: AI in Education

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