EDCI 6120 - Critical Media Pedagogy and Urban Education

Introduces teacher leaders to methods for developing effective and engaging curricula that focuses on the integration of 21st century cutting-edge technology with critical pedagogical practices. This course aims to demystify contemporary uses of new media (e.g., smartphones, blogs, social networking, video sharing/digital filmmaking, gaming, etc.) in urban classrooms, by demonstrating how critical media education can supplement traditional approaches to learning.  Teacher leaders are exposed to research on varied pedagogical methodologies, which have: (a) supported the development of more culturally responsive instruction; (b) provided evidence of increases in students’ motivation to achieve, and (c) facilitated social consciousness and social action.

Credit Hours: (3)

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