Course Name: Technology EDUZ-1000-21032 ACT FAST TRAK PHASE ONE
Meeting days & times: Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Sept 29 – October9) Room: Computer Lab East Campus Room 12
Time and Attendance Policy: This course is a 36 (clock hour) course in order to successfully receive a certificate of participation in this course, the student must attend, all nine sessions. Please Note: In the event of an unforeseen emergency or an extenuating circumstance one absence may be allowed provided that the student submits proper documentation regarding the matter. Instructor: Mary Vaughn
Contact Information: Email: mvaughn@dcccd.edu, (901) 673-7532
Campus Inclement Weather Hotline: (901) 860-4200 Brookhaven ACT Office: 901-860-4271 or Main CE office 901-860-4600Campus Inclement Weather Hotline: 901-860-4200
Course Description: An introductory course that examines the role of computers and technology in education. This course is designed to emphasize the use of technology in the classroom to maximize student engagement and teacher effectiveness. Students will be introduced to example software applications that may be used in schools as well as various ways to integrate technology into the curriculum.
Required Textbooks: Haberman, Martin. Star Teachers of Children in Poverty. Kappa Delta Pi. 1995. Available from http://www.kdpstore.org/
Materials or Tools: Access to word processor, email and internet account.
HighlightersExternal Media Storage Device (Thumb Drive) – Minimum 1 GBAccess to Local Public Library or Brookhaven Library
At the completion of this course the successful learner will be able to...
1. Locate and critically evaluate media content for appropriateness in the classroom
2. Integrate computer and media resources with lesson plans
3. Leverage available resources to maximize student engagement
4. Use technology to assess student learning
5. Identify and apply best practices for educational technology
Grading Policy:
ORID Assignments 40%
Class Participation 20%
Projects 30%
Final Exam 10%
Students must achieve 80% proficiency to pass this course