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• EDUC 744-966M January 25 – April 9, 2010
  
• 3 graduate credits
• Online Course - No travel to campus required

Description
This course is designed to help educators apply the current trends, research, and best practices for supporting instruction with appropriate application of recent and innovative educational technologies.

What Our Students Are Saying

"I was just offered a Grade 6 LA/SS position at the school where I used to teach.  Your Tech Innovations class definitely helped nail the position especially since the school is adopting a 1:1 laptop program (Macs) beginning in 2010-2011 (for Grades 5-12).  Thanks for such a great class, Ann!" “This was the best (and most relevant) professional development experience I've ever had.  It was also the best online course that I've experienced---topics, instructor and classmates all added to an incredibly positive learning environment.  The learning curve was steep at times but, in the end, worth it. I now use many of the applications that we've learned about.  I use Google Reader every day.  Our company is now using Google Docs to collaborate (so much easier).  Sending Eyejots has been fun.  I've used Feedburner with my blog and plan to do more with Flickr, podcasts & videos.  I'm probably going to buy a MacBook because of the ease of editing video---that's what we use at our office.”  ~ Kirsten Rendell, 6th Grade Teacher, Hong Kong “I have truly enjoyed this class, the discussions, readings and the new applications we have learned have stirred a real passion for teaching. I hope we will all bump into each other using these wonderful tools we have learned about. We can continue to collaborate on Web 2.0  I feel like I have a great new tool box. I have already started to use much of it…” ~ Bonnie Spies, Art and English/Reading Teacher, Connecticut "This course opened my eyes to so many new resources to improve my teaching style, classroom environment and my personal digital experiences." ~ Mary Tripp, Marketing and Communications Instructor, Wisconsin "I found it to be very enjoyable to work with such a diverse group of fellow students; it is nice to see talented and intelligent people working in all sorts of positions.  I felt like I learned from everyone, mostly Ann, and hope to meet up with some of you in a future course." ~ Charles Haffey, Elementary Science Teacher, Massachusetts “You modeled the proper role of an online class teacher so well. You were so attentive and involved in all of the conversations, which makes students work have so much value to them. Thank you for being patient with me.” ~ Stacey Babach, High School Chemistry and Physics Instructor, Wisconsin

Target Audience
This course is designed for instructors from K-12 schools, virtual high schools, technical and community colleges, universities, and trainers in continuing education.

The course will be useful to both experienced professionals and newcomers interested in incorporating the latest technology into existing curricular units to help students achieve their educational standards and objectives.

This course will help educators develop effective teaching methods and instructional strategies that capitalize on students’ interest in technology and use that familiarity to improve students’ academic performance.

Educators will have an opportunity to evaluate and analyze current, relevant research, and projects demonstrating conceptual understanding of evaluating, and infusing technology-enriched activities into existing curricular units. They will learn the core concepts of how Web 2.0 is impacting learning environments.

Required Textbook

Bell, Ann. (2009). Exploring Web 2.0: Second Generation Interactive Tools - Blogs, Podcasts, Wikis, Networking, Virtual Words, and More (Paperback). Austin, TX: CreateSpace.
ISBN-13: 978-1441449863

Available new and used from amazon.com or in e-Book format for the Kindle.

Required Equipment Operating System: PC – Vista or Windows XP or MAC – OS X Internet Connection: High speed Computer Accessories: You will need a computer microphone and a webcam or access to these tools. Video Devices: Digital video recorder or digital still camera Software: Video and audio editing software (free versions available)

Content Outline

Learning Outcomes

Course objectives are aligned with the Wisconsin Standards for Teacher Development and Licensure (WI DPI) International Society for Technology in Education, National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS-T).

At completion of the course, students will:

1. Evaluate and select new information resources and instructional technology innovations based on their appropriateness to specific education tasks. (WI DPI 1, 4, 7) (NETS-T 2, 3)
2. Plan for the management of electronic instructional resources within a lesson design by identifying potential problems for diverse populations of students, including students with exceptionalities. (WI DPI 3, 7) (NETS-T 1,2)
3. Apply current research about successful teaching strategies using online tools and information resources to increase productivity, promote creativity and facilitate academic learning. (WI DPI 7) (NETS-T 3,4,5)
4. Apply instructional strategies using a variety of media and formats to collaborate, publish and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences. (WI DPI 7) (NETS-T I, V)
5. Analyze the benefits of technology and online resources to maximize student learning and facilitate higher order thinking skills. (WI DPI 4) (NETS-T IV)
6. Analyze a given educational game or simulation platform and explain the range of learning applications for which it might be effective. . (WI DPI 4, 7) (NETS-T 1,2)
7. Differentiate between appropriate and inappropriate uses of technology for teaching and learning while using electronic resources to design and implement learning activities. (WI DPI 4, 7) (NETS-T 1,2,3)
8. Design and adapt technology-enriched learning activities that connect content standards with student technology standards to meet the diverse needs of students. (WI DPI 3, 4, 7) (NETS-T 1,2)
9. Develop a portfolio of instructional technology-based products including the related assessment tools. (WI DPI 9) (NETS-T 3,5)
10. Analyze obstacles preventing the integration of emerging technologies and develop strategies to address district filtering and parental/district responsibilities for online safety. (WI DPI 9, 10) (NETS-T 4) 
11. Apply assessment tools to measure the effectiveness of emerging technologies in personal practice and with students. (WI DPI 8, 9) (NETS-T 2)

Prerequisites

What are the minimum technology requirements?

Complete the system checkup on this website, https://uwstout.courses.wisconsin.edu/
by clicking on the link that says: Check your system.

Review the list of compatible/recommended browsers and software programs for Learn@UWStout at the Online Help Desk.

If you have any questions about these preferences, please call one of the numbers listed below and indicate that you are a UW-Stout student needing help with Learn@UW-Stout . Help is available 7 days a week.

1-888-435-7589 select option 3
or
1-608-264-4357 select option 3

All projects will be exchanged by posting online, the course DropBox, or BlueDrive online storage space. Your peers and instructor will provide suggestions and comments by posting to the discussion board.

Take a few minutes to review the Frequently Asked Questions, (FAQs).

Instructor:
Ann Bell - background information

REGISTRATION

Tuition is payable by university billing, MasterCard, or Visa.
Participants may select the payment plan option in fall and spring, but it is not available during summer session. Refund policy

Enrollment is limited to twenty participants; register online .

Check out the list of additional online classes.

Request Information
School of Education
Online Professional Development
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Menomonie, WI 54751
phone: 715-232-2253

Orientation Activities
After you are enrolled, review the orientation activities, Student Expectations and Responsibilities and Academic Expectations and Dishonesty Policy.