SED 514

Syllabus

SED 514 Sec 7
Wednedays 7:00 – 10:00pm
2119A Education Bldg.

Description: Introduction to the instructional uses of the internet, text processing, graphics, desktop publishing, educational software, electronic reference tools, teacher support tools, spreadsheets and other software applications and related media. Use of such applications to access and evaluate information, analyze and solve problems, and communicate with other professionals. Strategies and skills to enable teachers to prepare their students to be life-long learners in an information-based, interactive society. Meets technology education requirements for the Preliminary Credential..

Prerequisite: none

Instructor:
Prof. Brian Foley (818-677-4005, brian.foley@csun.edu)
Office: 2106 Education Bldg.
Office hours: Wednesdays 4:30 – 5:30, 6:30 – 7:00 Thursdays 3:30-4:30

Assignments & Grading:
This course will be a variation of the standard 514 course which has been taught for many years. There are 10 assignments that will be turned in at the end of the semester (see below). Students are encouraged (and in some cases required) to submit drafts of their assignments to the teacher to review during the semester. Submitting an assignment to review does not count towards the grade, and the teacher is not responsible for lost assignments - SAVE COPIES OF ALL YOUR WORK.

In addition to these 10 assignments there will be in class activities and discussion. Class participation is worth an additional 20 points (course maximum 250 points).

More information on the assignments can be found on the assignments page.

Class Policies:
1. Complete any 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.