EDU 552 - Diffusion and Adoption of Innovations: Change Management

3 credit hours

This course examines the theories of diffusion and adoption of innovations including models of change, research-based practice, adaptation due to contextual constraints, and the challenges particular to the adoption of technology in educational settings. Students learn how to apply change management principles in various settings, to collect and analyze data, and to select appropriate interventions to facilitate the adoption of innovative practices.