ETEC 2003

Introduction to Technology in Education

Pat Kelly, Instructor
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
1 College Drive
Bentonville, AR. 72712
479.619.2220

Course description
We will become familiar with the use of technology in the educational setting. Students will become proficient in the identification, selection and use of hardware and software to produce educational plans, materials and student records. It is also the intention of the instructor to teach the entire course without paper. The majority of work in this class will be done utilizing My NWACC Connection. Students are required to check the course homepage for files, links, assignments and other materials related to the course and assignments. All students will need a portable flash memory.

 

Course Objectives:
As a result of taking this course, the student should be able to:

• Manipulate files on the computer and understand the basis of a computer network. (NS 1)

• Solve routine hardware and software problems (NS 2)

• Understand basic criteria for hardware and software purchase (NS 3)

• Utilize word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software in a manner that incorporates the principles of instructional design (NS 4, NS 5, NS 7, NS 8)

• Utilize multimedia devices such as digital videos, digital cameras, and scanners (NS 6)

• Utilize draw and paint programs (NS 6)

• Utilize all aspects of E-mail (NS 9)

• Create a simple web page (NS 14)

• Understand the basic devices of a computer such as the mouse, keyboard, printer, and scanner (NS 10)

• Understand copyright law, intellectual property, ethical use of a computer, and netiquette (NS 11)

• Utilize the Internet as an effective, quality research tool (NS 13)

• Identify computer and related technology resources for facilitating lifelong learning and emerging roles of the learner and the educator.

• Describe current instructional principles, research, and appropriate assessment practices as related to the use of computers and technology resources in the curriculum.

• Design, deliver, and assess student learning activities that integrate computers/technology for a variety of student group strategies and for diverse student populations.

 

Instructional Schedule
Class begins on January  6th meets Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:30 till 8:45 in Burns Hall 1210 in the Whitaker Computer Wing.

Topics

• Developing On-Line Materials             Weeks One thru Two

• File Management                                 Week Three

• Word Processing                                 Weeks Four thru Six

• Presentations                                       Weeks Six thru Eight

• Networks and Hardware                     Week Nine

• Spreadsheets                                       Weeks Nine thru Eleven

• Databases                                           Week Twelve

• HTML & web pages                           Weeks Thirteen thru Sixteen

• CD production                                     Final Exam Day

Course of Study

Integrating Technology       

            Students explore Online resources related to instruction and review lesson plans that show best practices integrating technology.
            Students conduct a review of online lesson plans and write a process paper that shows evidence of review and justification of opinions.
            The paper should include links to the reviewed lesson and a links page for integration resources. Decision on subject matter and grade level of lesson plan to         be constructed.

File Management

            Students explore paths, file names and the protocols for saving and retrieving files to local and network drives. Students become proficient in saving and retrieving files from local, removable and network folders.

 Word Processing

           Students prepare documents related to lesson plan in multiple formats and post documents to homework folder.

 Presentations

            Students prepare multi-media presentations to support the lesson plan.

Spreadsheets

            Students explore application of spreadsheet solutions in educational settings, including administration and instruction.  Students create a spreadsheet that calculates, sorts and charts student information

Data Bases

Students gain an understanding of how to construct and manage databases and how such data management systems can be used in classroom situations. 

Web Technologies
          Students explore school districts websites and evaluate design and functionality. Students create a classroom website to display the lesson that has been created throughout the course.

Other assignments may be posted throughout the course. Students should check the course homepage in My NWACC Connection often for new assignments and assessment documents. Students should check the course home page in My NWACC Connection for further information during the course. Each week students can earn up to 50 points for work product. 

 

Academic Honesty Policy
The academic honest policy as described in the NWACC Student Handbook applies. The instructor holds no tolerance for plagiarism or dishonesty.

Late Work Policy
Assignments not turned in on time will be docked 25% for the first class period, 50% for the second class period. No work will be accepted after two class periods. Assignments may be turned in early.

Attendance

Class attendance is mandatory. Missing three or more classes will result in the final letter grade being lowered by 10% with 5% added to the deduction for each additional missed class. The instructor does not consider social functions as excused absences.

Bad Weather
Cancellation of class will be announced at www.nwacc.edu or on KURM 790 AM in Rogers and other media outlets.

 

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