Transforming teaching and learning with innovative use of technology - case study

This paper addresses the benefits of using technology in developing teaching and learning resources, conducting classes and assessments in the Digital Systems course which is covered in the first year in the Engineering Informatics study program at the College of Computer Science and Business Communications eMPIRICA in Brcko District of BiH. The paper discusses good practices for using technology so as to enhance teaching and learning regardless of whether the teaching is conducted in a traditional or virtual classroom. Technology was used for online-enhancement of face-to-face classes and for blended classes that are predominantly online-based with the exception of occasional face-to-face tutorials. Class delivery included the usage of several latest technologies both for the needs of the classroom and production of e-learning study materials and conducting distance education. Learning materials were enriched with eye-catching multimedia and delivered via e-materials module, while dynamics of distance learning and teaching was defined within the e-classroom module, and both can be found on LMS/LCMS eCampus. At the end of the semester full-time and distance learning students evaluated technology efficiency and usefulness used to develop and conduct the course. Benefits of the proper use of technology in developing learning resources and carrying out classes have been presented, the detected problems have been discussed and recommendations for efficient technology usage in preparing and conducting engineering education have been given.