Daniel C. Moos, Ph.D.

Gustavus Adolphus College, Department of Education

 
Current Courses

Educational Psychology is a study of prenatal, child, and adolescent development and the principles of psychology as they relate to teaching and learning. The course examines the principles and stages of human development prior to adulthood, as well as their educational implications. Emphasis is also placed on learning theory and design of instruction through identification of learning outcomes, effective teaching strategies, and assessment procedures.

Educational Technology is designed for students pursuing licensure in elementary or secondary education. Understanding how to effectively use technology in the classroom to facilitate teaching and learning is essential for teachers within all disciplines. In this Educational Technology course, students investigate how to most effectively use computer-based technology as pedagogical tools. Students are able to better promote information literacy in K-12 settings by exploring productivity tools, educational software, and web-based software. As a part of the Educational Technology course, students will be exposed to various theoretical frameworks which explain how students learn with computer-based technology. Additionally, students also develop a professional electronic portfolio designed to showcase their technology skills.