Tablets and Smartphones: Using Mobile Devices as Educational Tools

Intermediate Computer Proficiency required. Read more »

Intermediate computer proficiency courses are designed for individuals who already have good understanding of technology. Participants will build upon their skills by learning how to use a variety of resources, including learning apps, Microsoft 365 apps, and photo and video editing platforms.

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Description

The course has been created for participants interested in Technology Enhanced Learning and M-learning: they will discover how laptops, tablets, and smartphones can be integrated into a teacher’s toolkit.

During this training course, participants will get fresh ideas on how to incorporate technology into their lessons and they will work in small groups to carry out practical tasks.

They will learn how to use software, platforms, and apps to communicate, manage groups, and foster collaboration. They will also have the chance to experience how learning can be enhanced by using serious technological games and quizzes.

By the end of the course, teachers will be more inspired to use ICT tools in a motivating and pedagogical way.

Requirements

Suggested computer proficiency: Intermediate 

Learning outcomes

The course will help the participants to:  

  • Use technology in the classroom: managing groups, interacting, communicating, and sharing materials;
  • Structure information, better analyze, comprehend, synthesize, recall, and generate new ideas using technological tools;
  • Adopt interactive learning through the use of quizzes, games, and flashcards;
  • Manage a virtual classroom, send assignments, search and share useful materials, and communicate with students and parents;
  • Build awareness about ethical issues related to Social Media and Web Platforms;
  • Manage privacy settings for the safe use of Social Media. 

Tentative schedule

Day 1 – Course introduction & setting goals

Course introduction

  • Introduction to the course, the school, and the external week activities;
  • Icebreaker activities using drama for trust and ensemble building.

Setting goals

  • Identification of needs and goals for each participant and relevant populations;
  • What technologies do you use in your classroom?
  • How to integrate Mobile Devices into your lessons;
  • Pair and group work activities;
  • Reflection and questions;
  • Presentations of the participants’ schools.

Day 2 – Integrating technology into lessons

  • Managing a Classroom through Web Platforms and Mobile Devices;
  • What to use, how to use it;
  • Activities, reflection, and questions.

Day 3 – Understanding social media platforms

  • Image Sharing Social Media;
  • How to use Social Video platforms;
  • Activities, reflections, and questions.

Day 4 – How to use Educational Apps

  • Uses and functions of the Educational Apps to create interactive tasks;
  • Quizzes and educational games.

Day 5 – Importance of communication

  • Communicating with colleagues, students, and parents;
  • Ethical Issues. Practice: Developing an eSafe classroom;
  • Encourage students to be digitally literate as well as safe and responsible social users;
  • Reflection and questions.

Day 6 – Course closure & cultural activities

  • Course evaluation: round-up of acquired competencies, feedback, and discussion;
  • Awarding of the course Certificate of Attendance;
  • Excursion and other external cultural activities.

Confirmed Sessions

LocationStarting DateStatusEnrol
Dublin26 June 2023ConfirmedBook »
Valencia3 July 2023ConfirmedBook »
Amsterdam10 July 2023ConfirmedBook »
Florence10 July 2023ConfirmedBook »
Florence31 July 2023ConfirmedBook »
Amsterdam14 August 2023ConfirmedBook »
Florence11 September 2023ConfirmedBook »

All Available Dates

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Amsterdam

Price*: 580€

Berlin

Price*: 480€

Dublin

Price*: 580€

Florence

Price*: 480€

Valencia

Price*: 480€

Reviews about this course

Bożena Sobkowiakfrom Poland
5 stars

I learned about a lot of apps that I will use in my work at school. I encourage you to make use of the courses prepared by the Europass Teacher Academy. Professional staff and the school is located in the very centre of Florence.

Μαρία Γκοτσοπούλουfrom Florence
5 stars

The course was an interesting guidance to the latest and most powerful ICT teaching tools. Helpful teacher and good organisation.

Maria Grozevafrom Dublin
5 stars

The use of tablets and smartphones in learning is very well presented with useful study materials and many applications. The course contained many exercises and practice. Thanks!

OŠ KOBARIDfrom Florence
5 stars

The teacher gave us a lot of new ideas, apps, and activities for all types of students. We enjoy ourselves a lot with the group and with the teacher. I would do the course again if I could! I would recommend this course to anyone interested in learning more about technologies in the classroom!!

Rytis Rukstele
5 stars

The course is great for those who want to move forward with the use of new technology. The entire course material is provided through practical classes, real-time activities with specified programs. Lorenzo is a great teacher, he knows his job and willingly explains things even if they are not related to the course. Thank you.

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