Course Description: EDU 523 – Seminar in Educational Technology II
EDU 523: Seminar in Educational Technology II is an advanced, practice-oriented course designed to develop students’ competence in academic research, scholarly writing, and professional seminar presentation within the field of Educational Technology.
This course moves beyond traditional lecture-based learning by emphasizing active participation, independent inquiry, and intellectual engagement. Students are guided through a structured process that involves selecting researchable topics, conducting in-depth literature reviews, and producing well-organized seminar papers grounded in both theoretical and practical frameworks.
A key feature of this course is its seminar-based approach, where students present their work, engage in academic discussions, and receive constructive feedback from peers and instructors. This interactive format helps to build critical thinking, confidence, and the ability to defend scholarly ideas effectively.
Throughout the course, learners are introduced to modern academic tools and practices, including the use of digital presentation technologies, multimedia integration, and ethical application of AI tools in research and writing. The course also equips students with essential skills in peer review, academic critique, and seminar defense, preparing them for higher-level research such as thesis and dissertation work.
By the end of the course, students are expected to produce a publishable-quality seminar paper and demonstrate strong capabilities in academic communication, research design, and knowledge dissemination in Educational Technology.
