University of Wisconsin - Stout

Spring and Summer 2010 Online Courses

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Choose from a list of 44 online courses to reach your professional development goals for license renewal, salary advancement, and continuing education.

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ART COURSES


Teaching Art for Non-Art Teachers

Do you find yourself teaching art in your classroom when you really don't feel comfortable teaching art? Do you need new ideas to inspire your students' creativity? This course will assist you in teaching creatively by blending visual arts into your reading, language arts, social studies, science, math (or any other subject) curriculum. Discover how kindergarten, primary and upper primary teachers can create engaging art projects inspired by great masterpieces and children's literature. Practical hands-on instruction for non-art teachers.
EDUC 744 958 3 graduate credits June 14 -  August 6, 2010
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READING/LITERACY COURSES

Individual reading courses are open to students seeking professional development or if you are pursuing Reading Teacher Certification WI 316.

Developmental Reading K-12

This course focuses on evidence-based instructional practices to promote word recognition, fluency, and comprehension along with procedures to assess children's development as they move from emergent literacy to learning to read and into the reading to learn stage.
RDGED 701 960 3 graduate credits June 14  - August 23, 2010
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Reading in the Content Areas of K-12

Research-based teaching methods, study strategies, and technology focusing on the ability to use language processes (reading, writing, speaking, listening) to learn subject matter across the curriculum.
RDGED 702 960 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 21, 2010
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Children’s Literature in the Reading Program (grades K-5)

Explore the world of today's authors and illustrators and the best new fiction and information books. Discuss exciting new ways to integrate children's literature with curriculum activities.
RDGED 703 960 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Young Adult Literature in the Reading Program (grades 6-12)

This class provides strategies to build an appreciation of literature, motivate life-long readers, and encourage critical thinking across the curriculum. Topics include the nature of teenage readers and genres of young adult literature in the classroom curriculum.
RDGED 704 960 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Assessment and Evaluation of Reading and Language Development

A study of the interrelationship of qualitative assessment and evaluation to literacy development including current research in reading and language arts practices. Selection, administration and interpretation of formative and summative literacy assessments for the purpose of evaluating reading and language processes.
RDGED 706 960 3 graduate credits June 7 - August 22, 2010
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Instructional Techniques For Assisting Students with Reading Difficulties

Integration of psycholinguistic theory into an interactive model of remedial interventions based on literacy acquisition research. Practical suggestions for integrating reading, writing and spelling into an effective program for struggling readers and special populations including the learning disabled.
RDGED 705 960 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 23, 2010
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Practicum in Reading Difficulties

A practicum in teaching individual students, grades 2-11, with reading difficulties. Assessment of the reader's strengths and needs and design and implementation of individualized literacy instruction. (All reading certification program students are required to participate in this practicum with a K-12 school aged child in their local community.) **Prerequisites: RDGED 706 Assessment & Evaluation of Reading and Language Development and RDGED 705 Instructional Techniques For Assisting Students with Reading Difficulties ) and Consent of Instructor
RDGED 707 960 3 graduate credits May 17 - August 15, 2010
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TEACHING WRITING COURSES


Teaching and Assessing Writing with the 6-Traits

Learn to teach and assess writing with the 6-Traits of writing (voice, ideas, word choice, organization, sentence fluency and conventions). Learn to use the 6-Traits with the writing process to teach revision strategies. Help learners meet higher standards and improve test scores.
EDUC 744 920 Elem (PK-4) 3 graduate credits June 21 - August 9, 2010
EDUC 744 909 Middle School-Adult 3 graduate credits June 21 - August 9, 2010
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TEACHING MATH COURSES


Issues and Problems in Teaching Primary Mathematics PK-3

Collaborate with PK-3 teachers and discuss issues and problems related to current reform in teaching early childhood/primary mathematics, including planning curriculum, assessing student learning, managing instruction, and providing for individual needs. Learn to apply different technologies to make your math classroom come alive.
EDUC 744 965 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Methods of Teaching Middle School Math (Grades 4-8)

Learn to apply different technologies to make your math classroom come alive. Research, issues and problems related to current reform in teaching middle school mathematics. Planning curriculum, assessing student learning, managing instruction, and providing for individual needs.
EDUC 744 914 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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HISTORY,SOCIAL STUDIES, HUMANITIES COURSES


Teaching Information Literacy with Primary Sources

Designed for teachers of humanities, social studies, science, math and language arts, media specialists and other content area teachers (appropriate for all elementary, middle school, high school and community college curricular areas).The course is especially helpful for teachers of AP classes, teachers addressing state and national standards requiring the use of primary sources, and teachers working with National History Day activities. Materials from TPS Direct, the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources professional development program, will be incorporated.
EDUC 744 951  3 graduate credits June 21 - August 13, 2010
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Instructional Applications of Digital Photography

Explore how digital photography can develop 21st century skills (i.e. inquiry, innovation, critical thinking and media literacy) within your existing curriculum! Course participants will explore connections between emerging literacy skills and today's learners, as well as the fundamentals of digital photography production, editing, sharing and storage and digital storytelling. The course is especially helpful for teachers working with National History Day activities and K-12 educators (all disciplines), special educators, ELL teachers, and school library/media specialists.
EDUC 744 928S 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN CERTIFICATE


Complete all four instructional design online courses if you are pursuing the Instructional Design Graduate Certificate.



Trends and Issues in Instructional Design

This course is designed to provide an in-depth comparison of current instructional design theories and models, variables that affect adult learning, techniques for stimulating and sustaining learner motivation, reinforcement of learning, skill transfer, and use of cognitive task analysis to determine instructional content.
EDUC 765 960 3 graduate credits May 3 - July 2, 2010
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Instructional Strategies and Assessment Methods

Focus on mapping appropriate assessment methods to instructional strategies and learning objectives. Learn how to use performance-based assessment and evaluation tools and design of formative and summative evaluation methods.
Prerequisite: EDUC 765
EDUC 766 930S 3 graduate credits March 22-May 14, 2010
EDUC 766 960 3 graduate credits July 5 - Aug. 28, 2010
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Designing Computer-Based Training (CBT)

Just-in time scenario-based modular development, user interface design, visual design, usability testing, and execution of common instructional strategies employed in self-paced products. Research, trends and standards in computer-based training; development of reusable learning objects using multimedia software. Prerequisite: EDUC 766
EDUC 767 960 3 graduate credits May 3 - July 2, 2010
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Project Management for Instructional Development

Examination of the initiation, planning, and closure of instructional development projects and practical knowledge on managing project scope, work breakdown structure, schedules, and resources including budgeting. Analysis of instructional development project life cycle. Prerequisite: EDUC 767
EDUC 768 960 3 graduate credits July 5 - August 28, 2010
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INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY TO ENHANCE LEARNING


Global Awareness and Collaboration Across the Curriculum

This course is designed to explore the impact of 21st century global economic forces on learning and knowledge production. Integration of global learning communities across the curriculum using digital communication tools.
EDUC 744 968 2 graduate credits June 14 - July 9, 2010
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Implementing Instructional Technology Innovations

Web 2.0 provides critical tools to meet the demand for easier and more efficient ways of teaching and learning. Investigate core concepts of how Web 2.0 is impacting learning environments. Explore how to improve instruction using new technologies such as wikis, blogs, podcasts, photo sharing, virtual offices, simulation and digital game-based learning and other emerging technologies. Create personalized and group online learning environments.
EDUC 744 966 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 27, 2010
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Workforce Development: Every Teacher’s Responsibility

Twenty first century skills are the key to equipping students for work and life in our knowledge driven economy. Research the relationship between the skills needed in today’s workforce and those commonly taught in schools. Explore and implement new strategies and tools for infusing problem solving, teamwork, and creative and innovative thinking into any curricular area's content.
EDUC 744 964S 3 graduate credits February 15 - April 11, 2010
EDUC 744 964 3 graduate credits June 21- August 13, 2010
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Instructional Applications of Digital Photography

Explore how digital photography can develop 21st century skills (i.e. inquiry, innovation, critical thinking and media literacy) within your existing curriculum! Course participants will explore connections between emerging literacy skills and today's learners, as well as the fundamentals of digital photography production, editing, sharing and storage and digital storytelling.
EDUC 744 928 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Digital Media and Visual Literacy

Plug-in to the YouTube generation by working with your students to create hands-on digital media projects that incorporate technologies like video on-demand, podcasting/vodcasting, and screencasting. Discover how to use video production to stimulate inquiry, creativity, and higher order thinking. Examine pre-production classroom practices and criteria for evaluating student work. Explore visual literacy’s impact on the learning process and integrate digital media tools with core academic content.
EDUC 744 938 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 27, 2010
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Teaching Information Literacy with Primary Sources

Learn how to locate authentic digital primary sources in multiple formats to enhance your curriculum. Develop age appropriate learning activities that promote higher level questioning and critical thinking skills while adding excitement to student learning through engaging activities. The target audiences are teachers of social studies, science, math and language arts, media specialists and other content area teachers (appropriate for all elementary, middle school, and high school curricular areas). The course is especially helpful for teachers of AP classes, teachers addressing state and national standards requiring the use of primary sources, and teachers working with National History Day activities. 
EDUC 744 951  3 graduate credits June 21 - August 13, 2010
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Web Design for Educators (Beginning)

Explore the essential elements of Web design and utilize practical activities and step-by-step procedures to design, build, and post a classroom website. Learn what makes an effective classroom website and what features are critical to motivate learning.
EDUC 744 930S 3 graduate credits March 15 - May 14, 2010
EDUC 744 929 3 graduate credits June 14 - July 30, 2010
EDUC 744 930 3 graduate credits July 6 - August 13, 2010
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Intermediate Web Design: Making Your Website a Learning Center

Using Dreamweaver software, you will create sophisticated page elements such as image maps, animations, templates, libraries, and style sheets. You will learn how to make your website a central part of instruction for students and home/school communication with parents.
EDUC 744 939S 3 graduate credits February 8 - April 2, 2010
EDUC 744 937S 3 graduate credits March 15 - May 14, 2010
EDUC 744 939 3 graduate credits June 14 - July 30, 2010
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E-LEARNING AND ONLINE TEACHING COURSES

Individual courses are open to students seeking professional development or complete all five courses if you are pursuing the E-Learning and Online Teaching Graduate Certificate. 

 

E-learning for Educators

This course introduces educators to the hands on realities of teaching online. Using Moodle and D2L teach and learn as both a student and an instructor.  Discover e-learning best practices and create discussion forums, online surveys, quizzes and e-portfolios.
EDUC 760 3 graduate credits
Two summer session start date options:
EDUC 760 960 June 7 - July 30, 2010
EDUC 760 961 June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Assessment in E-learning

Have you realized how powerful assessment is in the online learning environment? Assessment has the capability to drive interactions and engagement, as well as minimize plagiarism in the electronic classroom, strengthen higher-level learning and build eportfolios. Learn what is needed to become an excellent online course designer while developing your electronic record keeping systems and methods for evaluating student learning, discussion postings and group projects. Become familiar with assessment tools that could make or break your online course.
EDUC 762 930 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Instructional Design for E-Learning

We'll help you create online courses that work efficiently. By understanding how people learn and how to design the experience conceptually and aesthetically, you can shape an effective and engaging learning experience. The course also addresses hybrid learning environments, synchronous and asynchronous concern, the use of a variety of media such as video and audio along with accessibility concerns, and effective evaluation of online course design.
EDUC 763 930 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010 
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Collaborative Communities in E-learning

This course is about facilitating and building an e-learning community and provides hands-on practice using asynchronous communication technologies. Improve your time/workload management techniques including organization of email, class environment and time-saving strategies for working with difficult students in the online classroom. You will actively facilitate and explore questioning skills, conflict resolution, netiquette, and collaborative learning through problem solving scenarios, simulations, and online discussions.
EDUC 761 930  3 graduate credits June 7-July 30, 2010
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E-Learning Practicum

Practicum in teaching online with a cooperating online instructor. Application of online pedagogy and technology evaluated through observation, discussion and reflections. Completion of a professional development plan and an e-portfolio of evidence of attainment of online learning standards. (Note: The practicum may only be taken after all other courses for the Certificate in E-Learning and Online Teaching are completed.) Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor
EDUC 764 930C 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 2, 2010
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SPECIAL EDUCATION AND DIFFERENTIATING INSTRUCTION

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders

Are you concerned with the increasing number of students diagnosed with autism and wanting to prepare yourself as an educator? Do you need strategies to address the varied social and academic needs of students with autism spectrum disorders in your classroom? Do you feel overwhelmed when working with a student who has language deficits, repetitive behaviors, and a low frustration for change? This course will assist you with educational interventions and programming considerations to work effectively with autistic children in the mainstreamed, inclusive classroom.
EDUC 744 967 3 graduate credits June 14 - July 30, 2010
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Teaching English Language Learners (ELL) in General Education

This course offers classroom teachers, school psychologists, counselors, speech pathologists, study groups, and administrators effective strategies and practical methods of differentiated instruction for English language learners and includes steps to increase parent involvement in the school and community.
EDUC 744 963 3 graduate credits June 14- August 6, 2010
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Assessing Student Learning

Looking for ways to balance the range of accountability expectations required of today’s schools? Individual teachers, study teams, and administrators will gain insight into both misconceptions and appropriate uses of standardized tests, evaluate grading philosophy options, and investigate classroom assessments that support student growth.
EDUC 744 949 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Differentiated Instruction

This course provides helpful, well-tested techniques for creating a stimulating, effective classroom for all students – from English language learners to special education students to students with a variety of learning styles. 
EDUC 744 957 3 graduate credits June 14 -  August 6, 2010
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INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES COURSES

Global Awareness and Collaboration Across the Curriculum

This course is designed to explore the impact of 21st century global economic forces on learning and knowledge production. Integration of global learning communities across the curriculum using digital communication tools.
EDUC 744 968 2 graduate credits June 14 - July 9, 2010
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Workforce Development: Every Teacher’s Responsibility

This course provides a guide for teachers who want their students to be life-long learners with real-world problem solving skills. Research the relationship between 21st century skills needed in the workforce and those taught in schools. Discuss current trends and strategies for infusing problem solving, teamwork, creative and innovative thinking skills, and contextual learning in any curricular area's pedagogy.
EDUC 744 964S 3 graduate credits February 15 - April 11, 2010
EDUC 744 964 3 graduate credits June 21- August 13, 2010
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Poverty in Schools

Designed for individual classroom teachers or leadership study teams
interested in studying the characteristics and issues facing
economically disadvantaged students. Investigate how poverty affects
learning, traits of high-performing high-poverty schools, and strategies
to enhance the well-being and improve the achievement of low-income
students.
EDUC 744 962 - 2 graduate credits June 14 - July 16, 2010
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Assessing Student Learning

Looking for ways to balance the range of accountability expectations required of today’s schools? Individual teachers, study teams, and administrators will gain insight into both misconceptions and appropriate uses of standardized tests, evaluate grading philosophy options, and investigate classroom assessments that support student growth.
EDUC 744 949 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Effective Classroom Management

Discover best practices of effective classroom management, how to work with students who have many types of special needs , and the application of a variety of management techniques to help students become self-regulated learners. Improve your time management techniques including management of email, paperwork, planning, and classroom organization.
EDUC 744 911 2 graduate credits June 14 - July 16, 2010
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Bullying in Schools

Best practices for breaking the cycle of bullying including the escalating problem of cyberbullying using e-mail, instant messaging, personal websites and cell phones to bully and harass peers.
EDUC 744 925 2 graduate credits June 14 - July 23, 2010
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EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP COURSES


Instructional Leadership Skills

Designed for educators, special educators, principals and counselors. Learn how to manage conflict and get results as a leader. Discuss your role as a catalyst leader inspiring others to act; create your personal leadership development plan.
EDUC 744 954  3 graduate credits June 14 - August 13, 2010
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Mentoring Teachers

Explore current research and strategies to support, guide and foster personal and professional growth of new educators.  This course will focus on how to provide a support system for initial educators including orientation; a professional learning community; support seminars; confidential formative assessment; and the Professional Development Plan team process.
EDUC 744 941 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 13, 2010
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Assessing Student Learning

Looking for ways to balance the range of accountability expectations required of today’s schools? Individual teachers, study teams, and administrators will gain insight into both misconceptions and appropriate uses of standardized tests, evaluate grading philosophy options, and investigate classroom assessments that support student growth.
EDUC 744 949 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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SCHOOL LIBRARY/MEDIA SPECIALIST COURSES

 

Teaching Information Literacy with Primary Sources

Learn how to locate primary sources in multiple digital formats to enhance your curriculum. Develop age appropriate learning activities that promote higher level questioning and critical thinking skills while adding excitement to student learning through engaging activities. Materials from TPS Direct, the Library of Congress Teaching with Primary Sources professional development program, will be incorporated.
EDUC 744 951  3 graduate credits June 21 - August 13, 2010
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Innovations and Opportunities for Media Specialists

Get recharged and energized to deliver a media program that has an integral role in today’s education environment. This is a great refresher course and focuses on examination of critical issues facing the media profession. Topics include understanding, surviving, and impacting change, program advocacy, data collection and becoming a technology leader.  Activities include harnessing the power of Google, applying innovative web 2.0 technology tools to support engaged student learning, and examining online professional development options for your staff.
EDUC 744 927  3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Children’s Literature in the Reading Program (grades K-5)

Explore the world of today's authors and illustrators, the best new fiction, multicultural literature, and information books. Discuss exciting new ways to integrate children's literature with curriculum activities.
RDGED 703 930C 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Young Adult Literature in the Reading Program (grades 6-12)

This class provides strategies to build an appreciation of literature, develop teen-inviting programs, and encourage critical thinking across the curriculum. Topics include the nature of teenage readers and genres of young adult literature in the classroom curriculum.
RDGED 704 930C 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 6, 2010
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Implementing Instructional Technology Innovations

Web 2.0 provides critical tools to meet the demand for easier and more efficient ways of teaching and learning. Explore how to improve instruction using new technologies such as wikis, blogs, podcasts, photo sharing, virtual offices, simulation and digital game-based learning and other emerging technologies. Learn to create personalized and group online learning environments.
EDUC 744 966 3 graduate credits June 14 - August 27, 2010
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