class schedule

Class Discussion Board

Reading Assignments

Portfolio Activities

Class Projects

Course Information
Thursdays 4:00-6:50pm
Room 2121B

Prerequisite:
SED 514 or permission of instructor

Description:
This course is designed to promote the incorporation of computer technology into social science classes in education. Elements taught in this course will include: design and development of instructional materials using multimedia, publishing, gaming, presentation, and data analysis software; development of digital portfolios; as well as analysis of research related to online education and the design, use, and effectiveness of Internet-based instructional resources for classroom use

Assignments:
This course promotes of model of teaching known as Project Based Learning. As such, most of the assignments for this class are project based. Assignments generally fall into the following three categories:

Reading Critiques (30% of Grade)
Several articles will be assigned throughout the semester for participants to read and comment on, on the class discussion board on WebCT.

Class Projects (30% of Grade)
There are six projects that will be completed throughout the course of the semester. Most of them will be done in groups and will be able to be completed within a few class periods.

Digital Portfolio (40% of Grade)
The final project, complied throughout the semester. Activities are generally brief, and will be posted by participants to their digital portfolio.

The assignments are posted in relation to the lessons that they correspond to, and can be accessed additionally by clicking one of the following links:

Reading Assignments
Class Projects
Digital Portfolio Activities

Class Policies:
1. Complete assigned readings and responses before class.
2. Participate in class discussions, online discussions and activities.
3. If you are not going to be at class, please email me in advance if possible. If you miss class more than twice your grade will be lowered.

Conceptual Framework:
Michael D. Eisner College of Education, California State University, Northridge

The College of Education as a professional school uses a developmental approach to promote reflection, critical thinking, and excellence in an inclusive learning community. Its graduates are well educated, highly skilled, and caring persons who are lifelong learners prepared to practice in an ever changing, multicultural world. They are committed to promoting achievement of all students as a primary measure of successful educational practice. Graduates assume service and leadership roles in public and private educational, health, and social programs and institutions. The College establishes and maintains productive partnerships with community schools and agencies. The faculty is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, service, and collaboration with the community and professions. The values for faculty and students that form the foundation of this Conceptual Framework include the following:

We value high standards in the acquisition and application of professional knowledge and skills in subject matter, pedagogy, and technology.

We value the achievement of students at all levels and promote its accomplishment in accordance with national, state, and institutional standards.

We value an inclusive learning community.

We value creative, critical, and reflective thinking and practice.

We value ethical practice by caring professionals.