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Integrating Instructional Technology into the Classroom

Using, integrating, and evaluating instructional technology in today’s classroom.

Instructor: Jason Beach
E-mail: jbeach@tntech.edu
Phone: (931) 372-3069
Office: BH 207               

Hours: as posted

Major Teaching Methods

Models of instruction utilized in the course will include:  lecture, discussion, experimentation, cooperative techniques, technology application and production, WebQuest, lab demonstration, modeling, reflection, case study, and group investigation.

Instructional Materials needed

1.)The Macintosh iLife '08 in the Classroom by Jim Heid Paperback: 421 pages + teacher's supplement Publisher: Peachpit Press (2006) ISBN: 0321549260	2.) USB Flash/Jump Drive (1GB Min)
3.) 2x (CD-R)

Topics covered
Emerging technologies; Internet strategies; hardware/software set-up, utilization; digital media; electronic presentations; technology integration; technological applications; instructional movie production; and multimedia development.

Course Objectives/Learning Outcomes

1. Candidates understand existing and emerging technology concepts and operations.

Learning Outcome(s):  The candidate understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of instructional technology. The candidate explores the potential impact emerging technology holds for classrooms. The candidate develops strategies to continually explore new technology and evaluate its potential.

 Assessment Measure(s): Artifacts 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18

2. Candidates apply technology-based resources to support instruction.

Learning Outcome(s):  The candidate plans and designs effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology.  The candidate implements curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize learning of diverse students.

Assessment Measure(s): Artifacts 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18

3. Candidates use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice.

Learning Outcome(s): The candidate develops technology-based resources to enhance their professional growth and personal productivity.

Assessment Measure(s): Artifacts 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18

4. Candidates apply effective assessment and evaluation strategies to technological resources.

Learning Outcome(s): The candidate utilizes appropriate assessment tools to evaluate technology-based resources.

Assessment Measure(s): Artifacts 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13

5. Teachers understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in schools and apply that understanding in practice.

Learning Outcome(s):  The candidate responsibly and ethically uses technology and technology-based resources to plan and facilitate student learning.

Assessment Measure(s): Artifacts 1, 5, 6, 9, 15, 16, 17

Learning Experiences / Assignments / Artifacts

1. Digital portfolio (CD-R)
2. PowerPoint presentation
3. Keynote presentation
4. Storyboarding multimedia
5. Digital camera image
6. Instructional software selection & evaluation
7. Instructional technology budget allocation activity
8. Inspiration
9. iMovie production, presentation, & reflection
10. TeacherWeb
11. iTunes
12. iPhoto
13. Garageband
14. Social, ethical, and legal issues to software licenses
15. Tech teaching resource
16. Quiz
17. Pages
18. Assistive technology
19. Hardware hookups/ connections
20. Final exam

Points Breakdown:

Grading Scale:
176-200         A     
175-151         B     
150-126         C      
125-101         D      
100-0              F      

Attendance Policy:
Students are expected to attend each class unless satisfactory alternate arrangements are made with the instructor. Students are responsible for obtaining all notes and announcements from other class members or the instructor.

Attendance total possible points: 15
1 absence - 0 points deducted
2 absences - 5 points deducted
3 absences - 10 points deducted
4 absences - 15 points deducted

Plagiarism Policy:
Plagiarism, the use of another's writing as one's own, is prohibited. The Student Handbook, p. 28, item 2, explains the penalties of such action.
The complete text is available at:  http://www.tntech.edu/studenthandbook/

Copyright and Fair Use
All projects created in this course should follow appropriate copyright and fair use guidelines.
Additional information is available at:
http://www.utsystem.edu/ogc/intellectualproperty/cprtindx.htm

Please note: Use of cell phones and other communication devices during class time is strictly prohibited. Student work created during the scope of this course may be displayed by TTU personnel during accreditation, conference presentations, workshops, and/or future classes.

Tennessee Technological University Office of Disability Services
Students with a disability requiring special accommodations should contact the office of Disability Services (ODS). An Accommodation Request (AR) should be completed as soon as possible, preferable by the end of the first week of the course. The TTU Office of Disabilities is located in the Roaden University Center, room 112; phone 372-6119.