Module 1 The Emerging Future Goals and Objectives of the MOOC

Goal Setting

GOAL 1: Learn to navigate the Canvas LMS.

    • Objective 1: Use the "Help" feature in Canvas to access tutorials.

GOAL 2: Explore the current technology innovations to become informed on the latest technology issues and trends that will impact the future.

    • Objective 1: Review the resources provided in each module to become familiar with the literature, people and organizations that report and influence the technology issues and trends.
    • Objective 2:  Analyze, synthesize and discuss the latest technology issues and trends that are highlighted in the resources.
    • Objective 3:  Review resources listed in METIS and make new contributions to METIS.

GOAL 3: Develop a global network and develop a global perspective of technology issues and trends.

    • Objective 1: Interact with MOOC participants through discussions in the Homeroom and Tech Crowd forums.
    • Objective 2: Read and discuss the similarities and differences in technology issues and trends that impact various global societies.

GOAL 4: Become immersed in the literature and practices of current futurists.

    • Objective 1: Select appropriate resources to use in planning for new technologies.
    • Objective 2: Discuss key impact factors and trends affecting our personal and global existence.
    • Objective 3: Recognize key futurists and future organizations.

GOAL 5: Engage with peers and instructors, heightening your learning and taking full advantage of this professional development opportunity.

    • Objective 1: Demonstrate your understanding of the technology issues and trends impacting the emerging future through discussions in your Homeroom and Tech Tribe(s).

GOAL 6: Earn Badges and MOOC Certification on completion of activities related to each of the modules.

    • Objective 1:  Recognize the key technology issues and trends by successfully completing assignments.

An Emerging Future Badge will be awarded for the completion of the following:

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