Class Technology and Education

This curricular unit has a theoretical and practical nature and contributes to the adequate preparation of future graduates in Education Sciences - Social Education in the broad field of professional application in which they can exercise their activity, based on the requirements placed on the preparation of citizens in the digital field for the sec.XXI. Such purpose aims to mobilize knowledge and the acquisition of skills for future problem situations in the context of the intervention of technologies, that is, the ability to do research on educational and socio-educational issues using the use of technology, It is also intended that students acquire and develop skills to act in various socio-educational spaces.

1 Introduction to Educational Technology

1.1 Concept of Educational Technology

1.2 A brief historical overview of Technology in Education

1.3 Current Trends in Educational Technology

2. Digital Educational Technologies

2.1 Introduction

2.2. Digital Education Action Plan (2021-2027)

2.3 Examples and Applications

2.3.1 Online Learning Platforms

2.3.2 Mobile Educational Applications

2.3.3 Virtual and Augmented Reality in Education

2.3.4 Online Collaboration Tools

2.4 Good Integration Practices

3. Artificial Intelligence (AI)

3.1 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

3.2 Definition and History of AI

3.3 Machine Learning and Neural Networks

3.4 Natural Language Processing and Computer Vision

3.5 Ethics and Project Development in AI

 4. Cybersecurity

4.1 Concept of Cybersecurity.

4.2 Web Threats and Best Practices

This curricular unit consists of face-to-face classes of a theoretical-practical nature adopting active methods: discussion, challenges, projects, analysis of issues and adopting the learning methodology of Problem-based learning and Flipped Classroom. Classes will seek to encourage the involvement and active participation of students, both individually and in cooperative and collaborative group work. The teaching methods are aimed at developing the knowledge referred to in the content and at achieving the stated objectives. Assessment includes products, processes and self-assessment.

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• Metz, C. (2021).  Genius Makers: The Mavericks Who Brought AI to Google, Facebook, and the World. Penguin Random House
• Russell, S.& Norvig, P. (2020). Inteligência Artificial: Uma Abordagem Moderna. 4ªEd.Pearson. http://aima.cs.berkeley.edu

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