Syllabus

=Welcome to the Syllabus!= Neumann College Graduate School of Education

EDU-598-BC Advanced Strategies in Technology Summer 2011

Instructor: Ann Leaness E-mail: annleaness@gmail.com Class Ning: http://www.advtech.ning.com

= Course Description = The applications of technology to classroom assessments and interventions are explored in-depth with practical applications. Readings and projects address the implications of educational software (courseware), Internet access, and state-of-the-art technology in instructional planning and classroom management. (Neumann College Course Description).

Course Rationale
Advancements in technology in the field of education are occurring almost at the speed of light. A few short years ago, it was a wonderful thing to be able to have our students type their papers instead of handwriting them. Now, we can have students search the internet using a custom search set up by the instructor, create a wiki devoted to the collaborate efforts of the class as a whole, and then blog a reflection about what they learned in the process. They could then create animated videos or podcasts to share or present their work in an open format, perhaps using an interactive voicethread to garner feedback from an audience that could extend to the reaches of the entire globe. On a more personal front, they might share their accomplishments with friends on facebook, myspace, or twitter. It is with this in mind that the educators and future educators in this class will be exposed to and gain experience in the use of as many of these technology genres as possible. With the experience gained they will then be able to help their students become collaborative learners in a “flat world”.

Required Readings and Resources
We will not be using a textbook for this course, but will utilize a variety of handouts. Additionally students will be expected to utilize the Internet for additional materials that relate to educational technology.

Course Objectives
The student will gain an understanding of using social media in the classroom through the use of a classroom ning.

The student will gain an understanding of the specific tools provided in wikis and google apps and how they can be used to promote collaboration in the classroom.

The students will demonstrate an understanding of the importance of reflection as an integral part of the learners experience through participation personal blogging.

The students will use microblogging to understand the transformative power of sharing information in a professional learning network (PLN)

Course Requirements/Assignments
Late assignments are subject to a reduction in grade.
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Neumann Attendance Policy
Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes, laboratories, and official convocations of the College. A student’s presence and participation in class are critical factors towards the completion of the work for the class and achievement of success in the course. A student who is absent from class, if at all possible, and as a matter of courtesy, should inform the instructor in advance of the absence. If absences occur, it is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor with regard to making up the work missed. Permission to make up course assignments will be granted at the sole discretion of the instructor.

Each faculty member is required to take attendance for all class meetings (including laboratories, practicum experiences, etc.) that occur between the first day of class and the end of the refund period for each assigned course that he/she teaches. However, as a matter of practice, recording attendance for the rest of the semester is recommended, especially if attendance and participation are considered in the grading criteria for the course. Each faculty member must also be prepared to document a student’s last date of attendance in accordance with //Federal Student Academic Progress Guidelines//. The attendance policy for a particular course should be stated in the course syllabus. Faculty members should distribute their syllabi, including the attendance policy, on the first day of class to students and to the appropriate Division Dean.

Academic Policies
Students in this class are expected to follow all Neumann College policies. Please pay particular attention to the policy on academic honesty. Policies can be found in the Neumann Catalog.

Student Disability Policy
Students requiring accommodations for a physical or diagnosed learning disability should contact the instructor and the Learning Assistance Center, and refer to the Students with Disabilities section of the Neumann College Catalog for procedures.