LT 712
Principles of Learning for Instructional Technology
Course Description:
This course provides an overview of the application of teaching and learning theories for diverse audiences. The focus will be on creating learning environments that are active and learner centered. This course will emphasize individual and technological approaches to the acquisition, processing, and application of information from a variety of sources. Topics for discussion include problem-based and inquiry-guided learning, curriculum development, on-line learning, constructivist principles, web-based instruction, distance education, and best practices in technology integration.
This course provides an overview of the application of teaching and learning theories for diverse audiences. The focus will be on creating learning environments that are active and learner centered. This course will emphasize individual and technological approaches to the acquisition, processing, and application of information from a variety of sources. Topics for discussion include problem-based and inquiry-guided learning, curriculum development, on-line learning, constructivist principles, web-based instruction, distance education, and best practices in technology integration.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
This course focused on Project Based Learning. At the beginning of the course we were put into small groups of 3 or 4. We were asked to individually design a project for our students that we could use in our classrooms. This project was done in phases throughout the course, after each phase feedback was provided by our group members and instructor. Edits were made as needed and then each phase was compiled in the final project linked below.
My biggest take away from this course was the value of meaningful feedback. While group projects can be frustrating at times, the connections made, the quality of work contributed from feedback, and the different perspectives is worth the effort
Final Project
This course focused on Project Based Learning. At the beginning of the course we were put into small groups of 3 or 4. We were asked to individually design a project for our students that we could use in our classrooms. This project was done in phases throughout the course, after each phase feedback was provided by our group members and instructor. Edits were made as needed and then each phase was compiled in the final project linked below.
My biggest take away from this course was the value of meaningful feedback. While group projects can be frustrating at times, the connections made, the quality of work contributed from feedback, and the different perspectives is worth the effort
Final Project
LT 716
Systematic Design of Instruction
Course Description:
This course provides concepts and tools for applying systems theory to instructional design, including needs, instructional, learner, and context analyses, objectives, assessment, strategy, development, and evaluation. Addresses client learning needs in various organizational settings: business, industry, government, health care, education, and not-for-profit.
This course provides concepts and tools for applying systems theory to instructional design, including needs, instructional, learner, and context analyses, objectives, assessment, strategy, development, and evaluation. Addresses client learning needs in various organizational settings: business, industry, government, health care, education, and not-for-profit.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
One takeaway that I had from this course was that the planning of instruction is just as important as the delivery. I think this is something most teachers are aware of but this course really highlighted the importance of having a solid plan. This course had students design a professional development course for coworkers in their field. I chose to create a short training on how to use some basic and commonly used functions within Infinite Campus. This PD was created throughout the course, with feedback provided by peers and instructors after each step.
Google Classroom
Final Project
One takeaway that I had from this course was that the planning of instruction is just as important as the delivery. I think this is something most teachers are aware of but this course really highlighted the importance of having a solid plan. This course had students design a professional development course for coworkers in their field. I chose to create a short training on how to use some basic and commonly used functions within Infinite Campus. This PD was created throughout the course, with feedback provided by peers and instructors after each step.
Google Classroom
Final Project
LT 731
Multimedia Production
Course Description:
This course covers principles of visual design, use of color and the creation of interactive multimedia lessons, presentations and training materials. The emphasis will be on hands-on production of graphics, text and animated resources. Use of audio and video resources are introduced. Students will primarily use computers, scanners, and digital still cameras to produce multimedia resources.
This course covers principles of visual design, use of color and the creation of interactive multimedia lessons, presentations and training materials. The emphasis will be on hands-on production of graphics, text and animated resources. Use of audio and video resources are introduced. Students will primarily use computers, scanners, and digital still cameras to produce multimedia resources.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
This course covered some meaningful aspects of media production. We used many different tools in this course to create some meaningful graphics, animations, videos and other multimedia resources. We discussed color theory, the rule of thirds, and how to increase readability through font and color choices depending on the medium being used. My biggest takeaway from this course was to keep designs simple and consistent. Too much "pizazz" can detract from the content and too little can be boring. It doesn't take a lot to create something interesting and memorable. Some of the major projects are linked below. How to use the Quadratic Equation Forms of Linear Equations Book How to Graph an Ordered Pair Animation Yay Math logo Final Project / Nearpod Lesson |
LT 741
Introduction to Distance Education
Course Description:
This course is an analysis of the history, philosophy, design, and evolution of distance learning systems. Distance learning is a worldwide concept and course uses examples from many countries to emphasize institutional, program and course design methods and approaches. The course assumes a system perspective in the analysis of distance education and the distance learner.
The carious components of distance learning systems are introduced and overviewed including
a) course development and design
b) course production; c) course delivery
d) learner support
e) evaluation of courses and the methods of cybernetic control of both student performance and instructional effectiveness
f) research and evaluation of distance learning systems.
This course is an analysis of the history, philosophy, design, and evolution of distance learning systems. Distance learning is a worldwide concept and course uses examples from many countries to emphasize institutional, program and course design methods and approaches. The course assumes a system perspective in the analysis of distance education and the distance learner.
The carious components of distance learning systems are introduced and overviewed including
a) course development and design
b) course production; c) course delivery
d) learner support
e) evaluation of courses and the methods of cybernetic control of both student performance and instructional effectiveness
f) research and evaluation of distance learning systems.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
This course focused on the history of distance education and how it is implemented today. One of my major takeaways from this class was that a successful distance course should be consistent with clear objectives and directions. Case studys were completed throughout this course to show growth, they are linked below.
Case Study Compilation
This course focused on the history of distance education and how it is implemented today. One of my major takeaways from this class was that a successful distance course should be consistent with clear objectives and directions. Case studys were completed throughout this course to show growth, they are linked below.
Case Study Compilation
LT 785
Research Methods in Educational Technology
Course Description:
Designed to develop the skills of the practitioner to be a consumer of computer-based learning research. This course covers basic and applied computer-based education research design and the interpretation statistics.
Designed to develop the skills of the practitioner to be a consumer of computer-based learning research. This course covers basic and applied computer-based education research design and the interpretation statistics.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
In this course we learned about research first hand by completing an action research project. My research focues on the impact of immediate feedback on student learning. Below I have linked some of my research tools as well as my final paper. The image to the right focus on some of the trends highlighted by my research. Pre-test/Post-test Fractions/Decimals/Percents Check-in Percent of Change Check-in Final Research Paper |
CET 720
Leading Evaluation and Change in the Instructional Technology Environment
Course Description:
Methods and principles for evaluating instructional technology plans, products and participants during each stage of the instructional systems development process. The course applies change theory as a basis for understanding the adoption and use of educational technology tools strategies and procedures.
Methods and principles for evaluating instructional technology plans, products and participants during each stage of the instructional systems development process. The course applies change theory as a basis for understanding the adoption and use of educational technology tools strategies and procedures.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
Throughout this course we talked about how to best approach technology in the classroom. More importantly, we discussed what it means to be an educational technology leader within our schools by focusing on the characterizing traits in the image to the right. Blog Leadership Project Evaluation Project Ignite Talk |
CET 753
Network Management in Educational Institutions
Course Description:
Network management of educational institutions networks. Topics include protocols, security, configuration of storage, backup and performance, printing, remote access, virtual private networks, tuning and troubleshooting.
Network management of educational institutions networks. Topics include protocols, security, configuration of storage, backup and performance, printing, remote access, virtual private networks, tuning and troubleshooting.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
In this weeklong on campus course, we focused on setting up and managing a windows server. We discussed the differences in privileges and the reasons behind setting servers up a certain way. We documented our progress through screenshots from our labs, they are linked below.
Labs
In this weeklong on campus course, we focused on setting up and managing a windows server. We discussed the differences in privileges and the reasons behind setting servers up a certain way. We documented our progress through screenshots from our labs, they are linked below.
Labs
CET 756
Introduction to Instructional Programming
Course Description:
Computer programming to promote human/computer interaction, especially as it applies to students and education. Emphasis on applying fundamental programming concepts and proper programming techniques to instruction.
Computer programming to promote human/computer interaction, especially as it applies to students and education. Emphasis on applying fundamental programming concepts and proper programming techniques to instruction.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
This course focused on getting some experience using different applications to introduce coding to students. Time was spent on Hour of Code, Scratch and a few other applications. The biggest takeaway from this course was the importance of sticking with a problem until it was solved. Scratch Projects |
CSC 692
GenCyber for Teachers
Course Description:
DSU GenCyber is a Cyber Security camp designed for 6th - 12th Grade STEM teachers. Participants will engage in hands-on education sessions with DSU professors, alumni, and current students as well as other industry professionals. The camp's main purpose is to educate and excite middle and high school STEM teachers and help them to incorporate cyber security in the classroom.
DSU GenCyber is a Cyber Security camp designed for 6th - 12th Grade STEM teachers. Participants will engage in hands-on education sessions with DSU professors, alumni, and current students as well as other industry professionals. The camp's main purpose is to educate and excite middle and high school STEM teachers and help them to incorporate cyber security in the classroom.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
GenCyber for teachers focused on exploring cybersecurity fundamentals with K-12 teachers. Below are some of the lessons developed throughout the camp.
Cyphers Nearpod
Mastermind Lesson
Logic and Truth Tables Lesson
Resources from GenCyber compiled by Carmen Toole
GenCyber for teachers focused on exploring cybersecurity fundamentals with K-12 teachers. Below are some of the lessons developed throughout the camp.
Cyphers Nearpod
Mastermind Lesson
Logic and Truth Tables Lesson
Resources from GenCyber compiled by Carmen Toole
CET 692
DSU Teach Camp
Course Description:
DSU Teach camp is a one day virtual camp exploring different topics in education, from technology tools to best practices in teaching.
DSU Teach camp is a one day virtual camp exploring different topics in education, from technology tools to best practices in teaching.
Key Projects and Takeaways:
The biggest take away from TEACH camp was the resources that the presenters shared. So many new technology tips and tools were presented such as GimKit, Wakelet, and Sanford Inspire along with practical examples of how teachers use the resources in the classroom.
Sanford Module Certificates
The biggest take away from TEACH camp was the resources that the presenters shared. So many new technology tips and tools were presented such as GimKit, Wakelet, and Sanford Inspire along with practical examples of how teachers use the resources in the classroom.
Sanford Module Certificates