Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning

CourseDescription:
Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning is an introductory Educational
Technology course required for all Elementary and Secondary Education majors. The
course is designed to meet the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for
teachers. Students will learn to use technology as a tool to improve the teaching and
learning processes. The methodologies and materials used in the course are updated
each semester according to current trends, practices, and research in the field of
Educational Technology. In addition, technologies used in the course will be same the
technologies that are used and available in the K-12 schools. Although this is primarily
a PC course, students will be exposed to the Macintosh platform.
Class
Assignments
and
the
Class
Schedule:
Information about class assignments and the class schedule is updated weekly as the
course progresses and is NOT included in this syllabus. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for
checking the class web page on a weekly basis to learn about future assignments and the
class schedule. If you miss class, I STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you see me about
what you missed in class including assignments. I am not responsible for getting the
assignments to you if you miss class.
Books:
No book is required as we will be using the web for the latest information.
Excused and Unexcused Absences
Please visit http://www.bloomu.edu/policies_procedures/3506 for definitions and policies
of class attendance. An "excused" absence is one that will require documentation.
Please note that this does not include notes from the student health center. Missing class
to observe in the schools is NOT an "excused absence." All documentation of excused
absences will be collected at the end of the semester.
Class Attendance:
Class attendance and participation are expected. You will be NOT given points for class
attendance HOWEVER, attendance may affect your grade as follows:
If you have unexcused absences for 2 or 3 classes in this course, you will not receive a
grade higher than a "B+" even if your points average to a higher grade.
If you have unexcused absences for 4 or 5 classes in this course, you will not receive a
grade higher than a "C" even if your points average to a higher grade.
If you have unexcused absences for 6 or more of the classes in this course, you will not
pass the course even if your points average to a higher grade.
The rationale for this is that we will be doing activities in class that cannot always be
made up by assignments or tests. In addition, if you are going to be a teacher and cannot
come to a class within your MAJOR, then you do not deserve to get the same grade as
students who make the effort to come to class.

If you come to class after roll was taken, it is your responsibility to inform me that you
were present. If you miss class, it is your responsibility to obtain class notes and
assignments from me. An attendance roll sheet will be circulated during each class after
the first week. It is your responsibility to sign this sheet. You will not receive credit for
class attendance unless your name is on your sheet.
Please note that I am not going to be unreasonable about you missing class if there is an
emergency, travel problem. or if you are participating in a University event.
Class Presentations and Special Classes:
We do not do many class presentations because they take up too much class time,
however, there may be one or two times during the semester when you will be asked to
present the results of a project. There may also be one or two "special" classes such as a
speaker or assistive technology lab. You will NOT be able to make-up presentations
unless you have an excused absence. If you have an excused absence for a "special"
class, you will be provided with an alternative assignment.
If you don't have excused absences for presentations or special classes that you missed
in this course, you will not receive a grade higher than a "B" even if your points average
to a higher grade.
If you are unable to do a presentation because you were having technical problems, you
must notify me at least one week in advance so that we could have time to remediate
your problems. I cannot excuse you from doing a scheduled presentation because you
had technical difficulties. When you walk into the lab on the day your presentation is
due, it must be completely done. You will be given plenty of notice when presentations
are due.
Points on Assignments:
Each assignment is worth a certain number of points, however, you will not receive ANY
points for an incomplete assignment. In addition, you will not receive ANY points if you
do not obtain at least 70% of the allocated points for the assignment. The rationale for
this policy is that an assignment that is partially completed or that is below the expected
average of performance is not useful to you or your future students.
Start of Class:
I do not start the class, YOU start the class. Class officially begins when YOU walk into
the lab. You should login to your computer and begin to work on your assignments. At
the beginning of most classes, I usually circulate through the lab and see if there are any
questions or if anyone needs help. In classes where there is large group instruction, I
will notify you when it is time to meet in the front of the lab. Large group instruction
may begin at any time from the beginning of the class toward the end of the class.
End of Class:
You are expected to remain in the lab until I dismiss the class or dismiss you. If you
completed your assignment and would like to leave, you should check with me and I will
proof your assignment.
When Assignments are Due:
On the day that assignments are due, they must be complete before you walk into the
lab
Late Assignments:
I do not accept late assignments unless you have an excused absence as defined above.
If you have an excused absence and the assignment is due, then it is due the next class.

On days when assignments are due, they are due when you walk into the lab. You are
not permitted to work on assignments in class on the day that assignments are
due. Also, please note that an email the day before the assignment is due is
not considered contacting me BEFORE the assignment is due. You must notify me with
adequate time to respond to your email or set up an appointment (3 days minimum). In
the past, some students have come to class when an assignment was due and turned in
the assignment at the end of class after they worked in it during class. Please note that
this is not acceptable. You will not be given credit for an assignment that was due before
you came to class.
Emailing of Assignments:
Due to time constraints and potential technical problems, I do not accept any
assignments through email.
Resubmitting of Work
I do not accept any resubmitted work because directions are specifically given on the
web site. I may make exceptions to this if I feel there was a misunderstanding of the
assignment, HOWEVER, assignment requirements are discussed in class AND posted
on the web site. If you don't understand the assignment, please see me BEFORE the
assignment is due.
Class Time for Completion of Assignments
Although there is no standard agreement as to the number of hours you should spend
outside of class on each course, a common thought is that you should be prepared to
spend between 2 and 3 hours of studying each week for EACH credit. Translated, that
would mean between 6 and 9 hours of outside class time for a 3 credit course. Many
students in this course believe that class time should be allocated for completing
assignments IN CLASS! So you don't have any misinterpretation, please understand
that the priority of class time is for instruction and guidance in completing the goals of
this course. You will NOT have enough class time to complete all projects, therefore, you
need to plan accordingly!
Quality of Your Work
As a future teacher, you will be expected to bring the latest research methodologies and
technologies to your student teaching experience and ultimately, your first job
experience. You will not gain all of the technical knowledge that you need to know from
this course; however, you will become aware of some of the high expectations of today's
schools. Many of our Bloomsburg teachers are sought after as high quality teacher
candidates and a significant portion of our teachers eventually become leaders in the
schools. You will be expected to put no less than 100% effort into the work of this
course. Consequently, I reserve the right to reject any work including units, web pages,
and presentations that signifies minimal effort and does not reflect the high quality
expected in our graduates.
Feedback on Your Work:
I correct most of your work at the midterm and end of the semester because this is when
most assignments are due. In some instances, I may correct your work at other times
during the semester. I STRONGLY suggest that you get feedback from me BEFORE an
assignment is due. If you are wondering about your grade status or an evaluation of a
particular assignment, then you should see me to schedule a time to meet. I also
STRONGLY suggest that you meet with me once your projects are completed and
before they are due. In this case, you will receive immediate feedback on your projects
and will be able to make any corrections on your work.

Grade Status
If you want to know the status of your course grade or grades at ANY point in the
course, please meet with me. Again, I encourage you to get feedback from me before you
submit projects for final grading.

Academic Integrity:
On past occasions, students have copied materials from other students (i.e. web site
resources) and have had other persons work on their projects outside of class. In
addition, students have used unauthorized aids during written tests. Persons suspected
of plagiarism will be asked to demonstrate the work through written and/or verbal
assessment by the instructor. Any student caught engaging in cheating or plagiarism
will be subject to sanctions described in the Academic Integrity Policy found
at http://www.bloomu.edu/policies_procedures/3512 that can include failure of the
course.
Class Cancellations by the Instructor:
In the event that I may have to cancel a class due to an emergency, I will post a message
on the class web site. You may have an alternate assignment posted on the web if a
scheduled class is canceled.
Web Classes:
During the course, you MAY have a number of "web classes" posted on the class web
site. This does not mean that class is canceled. It means that class activities and
assignments are posted on the web. You should complete these assignments as they are
posted. Do not wait until the last minute. Remember that web classes take the place of
class meetings and are given in addition to homework assignments. GROUPS OF
INDIVIDUALS WHO COMPLETE THESE WEB CLASSES TOGETHER ARE
PLAGIARIZING. The web classes are intended to give individualized instruction.
Please note that some of the web classes may be posted during class cancellations due to
weather or other unexpected emergencies.
About the Use of Technology in Dr. Pastore's Educational Computing Course:
In order to avoid misconceptions about the role of technology in this course, you need to
be aware of basic assumptions made by this instructor:

Technology use in the schools is only at the "tip of the iceberg." The use of
technology, particularly web-based technologies, will permeate the school
curriculum in growing proportions.

Recent graduates will be expected to become technology leaders in the use and
integration of technology in the classroom.

Technology is a tool used to improve teaching and learning. It is not a means to

an end.

The proficient use of technology will distinguish you from other teacher
candidates who are not proficient in technology.

The technology in this course is "leading edge" technology.

The difficulty of the technology in this course is for the average person, not a
technology "wizard."

Back-up & Saving Files:

SAVE OFTEN AND ALWAYS MAKE BACK-UP COPIES OF YOUR WORK ON A
CLOUD OR ON A DIGITAL DEVICE! I cannot accept the excuse that you lost your
files. Please make back-ups. Assume that you will lose files; therefore, you must have a
back-up.

Proof of Work:
I reserve the right to ask you to provide any digital data that you created to complete
assignments in this course.

Web Page Construction Assessment:

You will have a web page construction assessment to determine if you actually know
how to create a web site. You will NOT be given points for this assessment, however, if
you cannot complete the assessment with a 100%, you will be given a second
assessment. If you cannot complete the second assessment with a 100%, you will not
pass the course. The rationale for this is to prevent you from having others create or edit
your web site. If you do your own work during the course, you will be able to
successfully pass the assessment. There will be a review for the assessment and you will
be given a practice assessment that is exactly the same one you will be administered in
class except the file names will change. You may use any notes to help you during the
assessment.

1148 Lab Hours:

Check the web site after the first week of classes for this information.

College of Education Conceptual Framework: Values, Professional Dispositions and

Beliefs
The mission of Bloomsburg Universitys College of Education is to prepare ethical
educational professionals who are empowered to assess the development and facilitate
the growth of all learners to succeed and lead in our diverse and technologically
complex world; and to serve as a resource to the region. Faculty believe that effective
educational professionals apply their knowledge, skills and dispositions to: 1) plan
coherent practice and pedagogy, 2) create inclusive environments conducive to optimal
learning, 3) ensure effective instruction and assessment and 4) exhibit professionalism.
Key components of the Conceptual Framework are the Values, Professional Dispositions
and Beliefs. The Values that are central to the mission of the Unit include the
commitment to: 1) uphold professional and ethical standards, 2) embrace diversity, 3)
engage in collaborative endeavors, 4) reflect and problem-solve and 5) value life-long
learning. Professional Dispositions are exhibited by the demonstration of professional
attitudes, values and beliefs through both verbal and non-verbal behaviors as educators
interact with students, families, colleagues and communities. These positive behaviors

support student learning and development. Additionally, candidates will develop and
demonstrate a broad range of professional competencies identified within the Beliefs of
the Unit. Information may also be obtained regarding the Units Conceptual
Framework at http://www.bloomu.edu/coe.

Course Objectives:

OBJECTIVE

COLLEGE OF
EDUCATION
CONCEPTUAL
FRAMEWORK

INTASC

ISTE

1. Apply the basic fundamentals of

Educational Technology hardware and
software to school settings.

1a, 4e

2.5, 5.2

1.a, 2.b, 4.c

2. Be able to use technology in a variety of

educational settings.

3g, 4g

1.4, 2.2 4.1

1.d, 2.b, 3.d

3. Use graphics software to design, display

and print images with a computer.

3g, 4g

3.2, 4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

4. Develop classroom projects that utilize

applications of technology.

3e, 4a

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

5. Integrate text and graphics into a desktop

publishing framework.

2a, 4f

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

6. Identify the various types of technologies

currently on the educational market.

2f, 3g, 4g

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

7. Use multimedia as a presentation tool.

2f, 3g, 4g

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

8. Use multimedia to create interactive lessons 2a, 3g, 4g

for students.

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

9. Access, download, and assess information 1e, 3g, 4g

from a variety of resources located on Internet.

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

10. Construct and maintain a web site.

1a, 3a, 3g, 4g

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

11. List the National Education Technology

Standards.

1a

9.2

1.a, 1.b, 2.a,

3.a, 3.d, 4.c

12. Identify and analyze the issues associated 1a, 4g

with the use of technologies in the schools
including access, safety, and copyright.

1.2, 1.3,

2.c, 3.c,
4.c,

13. Identify and use technologies for special

needs students.

2.3

3.d, 4.b, 5.b,

14. Identify the ethical and legal Issues

1e, 2g, 4a
associated with professionals using technology.

3.3, 4.2

3.c, 4.d,5.b,

15. Identify and use technologies that meet the 2a, 2d, 3g, 4g
needs of diverse population.

4.1, 5.1

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

16. Use technology to help students in the job 3g, 4g

hunting process by creating cover letters,
rsums, and various types of portfolios.

2.3, 3.3

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

17. Create, use, and apply digital still video

and digital movies in the classroom.

3g, 4g

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

18. Integrate the Internet into the classroom

through the creation of WebQuests, web site
evaluation tools, virtual field trips, and the
appropriate use of search engines and online
tools.

3g, 4g

4.1, 5.2

1.b, 2.d, 3.d,

4.a, 5.b

2e, 3g, 4g

Your responsibility...

Decide whether you want to become the best teacher that you can possibly be...

Come to class

Do all assignments to the best of your ability

Visit the web site on a weekly basis and read all assignments in detail

Participate in class

My responsibility...

INTRODUCE you to the process, knowledge, and skills necessary to use

technology in the schools

Provide you with the leadership and help to be successful in this course

Stimulate your creative thinking about teaching and give you a positive vision
of the teaching future

HOW TO GET AN "A" IN THIS CLASS

HOW TO NOT GET AN "A"

IN THIS CLASS

Come to classes.

Do not come to the classes.

Do all of the assignments.

Submit assignments on time.
Be sure that assignments are fully completed.
Be sure that you follow the requirements for
assignments.

Do some of the assignments.

Submit some assignments late.
Submit incomplete assignments.
Do not follow all of the
requirements for assignments.

Visit and read the information on the class web site

often.

Do not visit or read the

information on the class web
site.

Develop and maintain a positive attitude about this

class.

Develop and maintain a

negative attitude about this
class.

Do not have me review your

Have me review your assignments before they are due. assignments before you turn
then in for evaluation.
Ask for help.

Do not ask for help.

About Getting Help

I am a teacher, and my job is to help you succeed in this course. I ALWAYS walk
around during class and ask students if they need help. If you need help, PLEASE
ASK. I promise that I will not degrade you, berate you, or make you think that you
should have known the information. I cannot read your mind or always determine if
you need help. Please do not hesitate to ask. If you need more help than I can give in
class, you must be willing to make an appointment with me. Please be patient during
class if I am helping other students.

Some Final Advice

This is an INTRODUCTORY course. You will NOT learn everything there is to know
about using technology in the schools. You will be introduced to a number of
technologies, but in order to really learn them, you must continue to use and apply
technology after this course ends.
Relax, have fun, and enjoy the course. You should not worry about the work load or
technologies in this course because you will progress through these areas one-step at a
time. Keep up with the work and come to class. Remember that you are here to
prepare for the future! I will be happy to meet with you if you have apprehensions
about succeeding in this course.