Welcome to an open-access resource designed to spark lifelong learning! This program helps you explore emerging technologies, grow personally and professionally, and build habits to thrive in our fast-changing digital world.
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Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success
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Identify the value and implications of using established and emerging technology tools for personal and professional growth.
Gain strategies to develop lifelong learning habits to keep pace with technology change.
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There are 5 modules in this course
Welcome to the State University of New York's Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success (#EmTech). In this module, we explore the habits of successful lifelong learners, learn about growth mindset, explore creative commons and digital accessibility, and develop a professional online identity.
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12 videos12 readings1 assignment
In this module, you will explore and use various technologies and social media tools to communicate, collaborate, and create partnerships with peers and colleagues. Use this opportunity to build your personal and professional networks as you make connections locally and across the globe.
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1 video3 readings1 assignment
In this module, you will select and evaluate technology and social media tools to enhance your creativity. Experiment and find your creative voice.
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1 video2 readings1 assignment
In this module, you will demonstrate critical thinking and digital literacy skills by analyzing, evaluating, and curating information. You will learn to analyze facts to make balanced judgments.
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1 video3 readings2 assignments
As we wrap up this last module of SUNY #EmTech, take a moment to celebrate your achievements and those of your fellow learners. Reflect on all the valuable insights you've gained and use this opportunity to identify your lifelong learning goals. Build a roadmap to make those goals a reality. And remember, don't forget to celebrate your learning journey – you've come a long way! 🎉🌟
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1 video2 readings2 assignments1 peer review
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Reviewed on Jun 6, 2020
excellent course for learning to do eportfolio. really gave me an insight. will be using it often to update my materials and personal upgrades.
Reviewed on May 30, 2020
This course helped me alot in understanding the internet tools and creating e-portfolio in a creative way accommodating all the artifact's.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2020
Thank you, this is very good and useful for me to be a person who will continue to want to learn, the material here is good and the instructors are great and experienced. Thank you
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Frequently asked questions
Technology plays a central role in our lives. Becoming comfortable with emerging technologies is crucial for our ongoing growth, both personally and professionally. Mastering established and emerging technology tools is essential for success, whether in a classroom or on the job. This course will help you identify the most useful technology tools for specific projects and situations.
You will employ lifelong learning strategies while being introduced to well-established and emerging technology tools, tutorials, and resources. You will then have the opportunity to practice with them. You will be encouraged to create an ePortfolio or personal learning journal that demonstrates your competency with a variety of tools, which can be integrated into your personal, academic, and professional work.
The greatest reward for participating in this course is learning more about how to be an independent learner and how to use technology tools to enhance your life.
Remember to have fun!
Everyone can fully participate in the course, including graded and ungraded activities, for free.
To enroll in this course and earn a verified Coursera Certificate of Completion and a State University of New York (SUNY) #EmTech Completer Digital Badge, you need to pay the course fee ($49.00 USD) or be a student, faculty, staff, or alumni from any of the 64 SUNY campuses.
Many institutions and organizations also have Coursera promotional offers available. Coursera also directly offers financial aid opportunities.
All SUNY college students, faculty, staff, alumni, and anyone involved in a formal SUNY partnership may participate for free and also earn a verified Coursera Certificate of Completion and a SUNY #EmTech Completer Digital Badge. SUNY affiliates need to register through the EmTech website using a SUNY-based email address. (Note: It is important to choose a new password that is different from the password you use to access your institution's email and other campus services.) For additional info and assistance enrolling, see the FAQs on the SUNY #EmTech website at http://emtech.suny.edu/