Syllabus

flat = = =Welcome to the Syllabus for EDU 598 - Advanced Strategies in Technology=

Summer 2010
=Instructor=

Cell: 484-645-6276
=Course Description= ====This course provides in-depth exploration and practice in the applications of technology in the classroom environment in terms of assessment, planning, management, and delivery. Readings and projects address the implications of educational software (courseware), Internet access, and state of the art technology in instructional planning, delivery, and classroom management.====

=Course Objectives= At the conclusion of the course, the graduate students, with the assistance of technology will be able to...
 * gain an understanding of the specific tools provided in wikis and blogs and how they can be used to promote collaboration in the classroom.
 * demonstrate an understanding of the importance of reflection as an integral part of the learner's experience through participation in personal blogging.
 * use micro blogging to understand the transformative power of sharing information in a professional learning network (PLN).
 * gain an understanding of using social media in the classroom.
 * integrate web 2.0 technology into their classroom planning, management, and presentations.

=Materials= Coursework and materials for this course will be posted to:

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=Required=
 * Internet access
 * A valid e-mail address
 * USB flash drive (at least 256 MB) //suggested//

=Class Meetings= July 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

=Location= Monsignor Bonner High School Room 121

=Assignments= See Assignments page on the class wiki at @http://plinden-advtech.wikispaces.com

30% of final grade / Attendance, participation in weekly blog, class discussion 30% of final grade / Personalized wiki page - includes prezi intro and PLN 10% of final grade / Lesson Critique 30% of final grade / Final Project of classroom applications

=Attendance Policy= Absences: Due to the collaboration, the reflective nature of the course,a nd the interrelated and cumulative sequence of activities, students are required to be present at each class. If a class must be missed, prior to the absence, the students must contact the professor for the details concerning a possible make-up assignment, and make arrangements to deliver to the professor any assignments due during that class.