Classroom Management and Digital Technologies in Education

Objectives

LO1. Understand principles and strategies of classroom management, with a focus on promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment
LO2. Discuss prevention and intervention strategies in situations of indiscipline
LO3. Identify digital tools that support lesson planning and the creation of educational materials
LO4. Develop personal tools and methods for the use of digital technologies in face-to-face and/or online educational contexts
LO5. Reflect on the challenges, limitations, and potential of using digital technology in education
LO6. Apply knowledge in the discussion of real cases and/or professional experiences.

General characterization

Code

02117686

Credits

3.0

Responsible teacher

Alexandra Fidalgo das Neves, Marco António Franco Neves, Susana Paiva Moreira Batista

Hours

Weekly - 1

Total - 84

Teaching language

Portuguese

Prerequisites

N/A

Bibliography

Atherton, P. (2018). 50 Ways to Use Technology Enhanced Learning in the Classroom: Practical strategies for teaching, London: Learning Matters.
Barrère, A., & Sembel, N. (2006). Sociologia da escola. Loyola.
Bax, S. (2003) CALL- past, present and future. System, Volume 31, Issue 1, 13-28.
Beetham, H. and Rhona S. (eds) (2007). Rethinking Pedagogy for a Digital Age: Designing and Delivering E-learning. Abingdon,Oxon: Routledge
Elias, Maurice J., and Harriett A. Arnold (eds). (2006) The Educational Guide to Emotional Intelligence and Academic Achievement. London: Corwin Press.
Formosinho, J., Verdasca, J., & Alves, J. (2016). Nova Organização Pedagógica da Escola – caminhos e possibilidades. Fundação Manuel Leão.
Greenberg, J., Putman, H., & Walsh, K. (2014). Training our future teachers: classroom management. National Council on Teacher Quality.
Windeatt, S. Eastment, D. Hardisty, D. (2013) The Internet, Oxford: Oxford University Press. E-book edition.

Teaching method

The seminar adopts active and collaborative teaching and learning methodologies, valuing active participation, critical debate, and collective knowledge construction. It thus promotes reflection on classroom management strategies and the pedagogical integration of digital technologies.

Regarding classroom management, critical reflection is encouraged on the presented models and principles, as well as on the mobilization and appropriation of this knowledge and strategies through simulations of real contexts. Concerning digital technologies, the demonstration of tools is accompanied by their practical exploration, also fostering critical discussion about their potentialities and limitations.

The process culminates in the guided development of a practical guide or case study, in which each student applies a digital tool to their scientific field in the classroom, promoting the articulation between disciplinary knowledge, pedagogical management, innovation, and creativity.

Evaluation method

Continuous assessment

The assessment will consist of a Project. The project involves the development of a practical guide or case study applied to a specific classroom context. - 100.0%

Subject matter

I.1. Fundamentals and Principles of Classroom Management
I.2. Strategies for Organizing and Enhancing the Pedagogical Space
I.3. Prevention and Intervention in Situations of Indiscipline

II.1. Digital Tools in Education: Current Landscape and Trends
II.2. Potential and Pitfalls of Using Digital Technology in the Classroom
II.3. Methodologies for Integrating Digital Technology: Simulation and Analysis of Realistic Scenarios

Programs

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