TELC 5005 / 6005 / 7005
Teaching with Technology
3 graduate credit hours
 

Course Information
Course Description: Overview: Internet technologies connect students and teachers to innovative learning projects, multimedia-interactive information and activities, virtual classrooms and information from around the world. Students and teachers must acquire both the knowledge and technical aspects of how to integrate the Internet into their learning environments.

This course, "Teaching with Technology," is designed to help educators examine various issues related to integrating technology into the classroom,

At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to:
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Course Objectives: Course Goals The course is designed to meet the following goals:
  • to explore different perspectives by interacting with people, as well as, resources to learn what others have researched and noted about Internet usage in the literature
     
  •  to think critically about the issues, and gain a knowledge base that is useful for solving real world problems when teaching with the Internet
     
  •  to contribute to the learning of others in the class in a very active way by sharing thoughts, knowledge, resources, experiences, etc.
     
  • to engage in authentic types of learning experiences and produce projects that will be used by yourself as well as others.
Prerequisites and Co-requisites: This is a graduate level course. Thus, students must meet the requirements of graduate status noted at their home school.
Course Topics: The course has been designed into eleven (14) learning modules with a final culminating project.
 
Specific Course Requirements: WebCT is the official course management tool for RODP. Students should be skilled in using the tools of WebCT especially the e-mail, discussion board, assignment drop-box, and taking a quiz. *A free CD is available which demonstrates how to use these tools. Call
1-888-223-0023 to obtain a copy. An online tutorial website is also available that will explain and demonstrate each of the tools. You may also contact your home university for a hands-on training of how to use WebCT.

Students should be skilled in using WORD, sending and receiving e-mails with attachments. Skilled in using a web browser to connect to websites ( Internet Explorer). Skilled in developing PowerPoint presentations and sending them by e-mail attachment.

*Note: Students in need of assistance in acquiring these skills may contact their home university campus content for on-site assistance and training in the noted areas.
Textbooks, Supplementary Materials, Hardware and Software Requirements
Required Textbooks: No textbook is required for this course. Students will use the resources of the World Wide Web/ Internet Technology and their classroom subject specific curriculum and the textbooks that are used with your classroom students. Therefore, students should be prepared to read and perform their activities online and report their findings online.

Disclaimer: TBR nor the instructors are responsible for changes on external websites and  do not endorse any products, concepts, or commercial ads on the external links. If at any time you find that a website has published any inappropriate materials, please notify the instructor immediately.

Commercial Videos:
Students are required to watch two videos for this class: The Net,  (these may be rented from video stores) the other video will be determined by the instructor.
Supplementary Materials: (free Internet Resource) Columbia Guide to Online Style by Janice R. Walker and Todd Taylor Citation Styles Online http://www.bedfordstmartins.com/online/cite6.html 
Hardware Requirements: Same requirements as noted for the RODP Hardware on webpage  http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm 

Microphone that you can connect to your computer (You will be talking online in this class) There will be no additional software required to participate in the oral portions of this class. The software is already loaded into the class. Directions will be given on how to access the Voice Board.

Speakers (either external speakers that can be connected to your computer or those that have been built internally in your computer. As long as you are able to hear sounds.)

PC users… A minimum computer system that will help you access all the tools in the courses is a Pentium 166 or better 32 Megabytes of RAM or better Windows 95 (or higher if possible) Communications software (this lets your computer talk to the modem) A modem (56k or better will give you best performance) And a dependable internet service provider (ISP). Any provider will do as long as you get an email account, have access to the World Wide Web, and don’t have serious problems connecting.

For Mac users… Minimum system requirements for Mac users are a 604 PowerPC processor Preferably a G3 (iMacs are included) or G4 processor computer running Mac OS 8.5 or above Internet browsers, Explorer 5.0 or Netscape 4.75 A minimum or 64 MB RAM, preferably 128 with at least 25 MB assigned to your browser. If you need assistance in adjusting memory please refer to your Apple Help file searching under the header Memory - Adjusting your memory usage. It is advised that you not have multiple applications open while working in your browser within the Online Degree Program .This requires more RAM and will cause the browser to run very slowly. You also need communications software (this lets your computer talk to the modem) A modem (56K or better will give you best performance) And a dependable internet service provider (ISP). Any provider will do as long as you get an email account, have access to the World Wide Web, and don’t have serious problems connecting or maintaining a connection.

Disclaimer: TBR nor the instructors are responsible for any software or hardware failure or serve failure. As with any type of technology you may experience technical problems.

Computer Emergency Back-Up Plan:
Student should develop a "computer emergency back-up plan" in case of your personal computer failure. Please know that the public libraries and the campus libraries have computer available for students.
Software Requirements: Students must have access to Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Word Software. Your system should be at least upgraded to 2000 / XP, etc. Students using Microsoft Systems 95 & 98 will encounter problems with the current advancements and speed of the various multimedia presentation in this class.

As noted on the RODP Webpage for Software http://www.rodp.org/students/hardware_software.htm . Plus, the plug-ins for the latest Internet multimedia. Students can find these free resources at: http://www.rodp.org/students/browser_tune_up.htm 

Essays and other assignments will be submitted electronically. Students must use a WebCT-compatible Internet browser software. Students using AOL software might have to minimize the AOL window and open up Internet Explorer when they access the course. Go to the WebCT Browser Tune Up page for more advice. More information call the Technical Help Desk at 1-877-725-4357.
Assessment and Grading
Testing Procedures:  All exams will be conducted online. No proctors required.
Grading Procedure: Students will be graded on the following items that will reflect on their competencies of the fourteen  course modules plus the final project.
Each module will be presented in this format:
  • Learning Objectives
  • Key Words/Concepts
  • Online Reading Assignments & Questions [20 pts.]
  • Assignments [20 pts.]
  • Application of Concepts (classroom) [20 pts.]
  • Quiz [20 pts.]
  • Reflection (Educational Impact) [10 pts.] 
  • Internet Website Demonstrations / Beta Testing [10 pts.]
  • Bonus Points for Extra Work [10pts.]

    *100 points per module x 14 modules = (total composite of 1400)

    Final Project = 100 [pts.]

    TOTAL POINTS = 1500
Grading Scale: Grading Scale: (Students must complete all assignments, modules, quizzes, and final project for consideration of a final letter grade)
  • 1500 - 1450 [A]
  • 1449 - 1400 [B]
  • 1399 - 1350 [C]  and below (conference with instructor to address the grade) [
Assignments and Participation
Assignments and Projects: Student will complete fourteen learning modules and design a final project
  • Module One: Internet Interactivities & Online Education
  • Module Two: Internet Technology / WebCT Management Tool
  • Module Three: Telecommunications Technology
  • Module Four: Surfing - Searching - Researching Online
  • Module Five: Internet Safety and Security
  • Module Six: Virtual Field Trips & Educational Live Cameras
  • Module Seven: Internet Educational Games
  • Module Eight: Internet Multimedia & Sensory Online
  • Module Nine: TeleLearning (Teach and Train Online)
  • Module Ten: Online Curriculum Design and Curriculum Resources
  • Module Eleven: Internet Innovations & Future Perspectives

    Final Project: Design a lesson (content specific to your major classroom subject area) and teach the lesson to one group of students using an instructional technology tool (of your choice) and teach the same lesson to another group of students without using the instructional technology tool that you used with your first group. Assess and compare the performance and outcomes of the two groups and note your findings and recommendations. You are to present your final project in a power point presentation
Class Participation: Class Participation:
Students must participate in all interactive aspects of the course in order to make a satisfactory grade. For example, students must communicate with other students via WebCT email and discussion board exchange. Students are expected to communicate with the instructor on a regular basis each week and check the course calendar frequently for announcements. Students must actively participate in threaded discussion activities to complete the core concepts of each module..
Punctuality: Students must complete essays and other assignments as noted by the due on the class calendar. Students are responsible for notifying the instructor upon any late assignments. Assignments more than a week late will not receive the maximum grading points.
Course Ground Rules
 
  • Assignments will be presented each week. However, students will have seven days to complete each assignment or as determined by the instructor.
     
  • Students are expected to communicate with other students in team projects, learn how to navigate in WebCT, and keep abreast of course announcements. They should use their assigned WebCT email addresses in regular communication. They should also give the instructor a web-based email address (hotmail, yahoo) in case of emergency.
     
  • Students should address technical problems immediately by contact the Technical Help Desk at
     
  • Students should observe course netiquette at all times.
     
  • Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited. According to Webster's Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary, plagiarism is to "steal and pass of as one's own (the ideas or words of another); to present as one's own an idea or product derived from an existing source." Students who plagiarize or commit any other form of academic dishonesty will receive a zero on the paper and may receive an F in the course.
Guidelines for Communications
Email: Email: Always use your class WebCT e-mail account to send messages to the instructor and other students.
  • Include a subject line with your last name, the course number, and the course assignment or subject of the communication.
  • Be mindful of spelling and grammar in wording your e-mails and assignments.
  • Use of emoticons :-) might be helpful in some cases.
  • Use standard fonts of at least 12" (Ariel or Times or Courier)
  • Do not send large attachments without permission.
  • Respect the privacy of other class members.
  • Make sure you scan your e-mail and attachments for virus.
Discussion Groups: Discussion Groups: The class discussion forum is a requirement. Try to maintain threads by using the "Reply" button rather starting a new topic. Your professionalism is required at all times. Please do not use jokes or other types of comments that would offend others.

Do not make insulting or inflammatory statements to other members of the discussion group. Be respectful of others’ ideas. Be patient and read the comments of other group members thoroughly before entering your remarks. Be cooperative with group leaders in completing assigned tasks. Be positive and constructive in group discussions. Respond in a thoughtful and timely manner.

Constructive Criticism: Issues regarding the course, instructor, and other students should be forwarded directly to the instructor instead of posted on the class open discussion board.
Criticisms regarding the courses should also have come with recommendations for improvement..
Chat: Since this is an asynchronous course (students and instructor are not required to be online at the same time). Therefore the Chat Room will  be used only for special arranged meetings requested by the student for personal chats with the instructor or for informal group interactions.
Web Resources: Free Internet Resource: Columbia Guide to Online Style by Janice R. Walker and Todd Taylor Citation Styles Online http://www.bedfordstmartins.com/online/cite6.html 

Library

The Tennessee Board of Regents Virtual Library is available to all students enrolled in the Regents Degree Program. Links to library materials (such as electronic journals, databases, interlibrary loans, digital reserves, full text journal articles, dictionaries, encyclopedias, maps, and librarian support) and Internet resources are available online 24 x 7.

Students With Disabilities

Qualified students with disabilities will be provided reasonable and necessary academic accommodations if determined eligible by the appropriate disability services staff at their home institution. Prior to granting disability accommodations in this course, the instructor must receive written verification of a student's eligibility for specific accommodations from the disability services staff at the home institution by the end of the first week of classes.

It is the student's responsibility to initiate contact with their home institution's disability services staff and to follow the established procedures for having the accommodation notice sent to the instructor.

Syllabus Changes

The instructor reserves the right to make changes as necessary to this syllabus. If changes are necessitated during the term of the course, the instructor will immediately notify students of such changes both by individual email communication and posting both notification and nature of change(s) on the course bulletin board.

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