EDUC 5106G - Mental Health and Well-Being in a Digital Age

In this course, students will critically assess research related to mental health, well-being and technology, especially the intersection of these three areas. The primary purpose of this course is to explore how technology is affecting our well-being and how this knowledge can inform educational practices within schools and communities. Students will explore various mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression, and the effects on learning and performance. Students will then examine the ways technology is promoting or hindering our well-being through critical examination of the research, as well as distinguishing what is social myths or personal opinions versus credible research. Lastly, students will explore how we can design or utilize technology in various settings in order to increase positive mental health, learning, performance and success. In this course students will also be challenged to examine how technology is affecting their own well-being and performance levels.
Credit hours: 3.0