CECS 4100.006:Computersin the Classroom 

Tentative CourseSchedule (Rev. 11-4-07)

This calendar issubject tofrequent changes. It is a work in progress and changes will be made tomeetstudent needs over the course of the semester. Check it often.

 

Spring 2007 - CECS 4100 (Knezek) meets Tueday (.006) and Thursday (.003)afternoonsinMatthews Hall 308 from 1:00pm - 3:50pm.

Instructor: Dr. Gerald Knezek
Link to Textbook Resources            AlbinoQuest!           Linkto Intel Web Site References 

 

Week of:

Topic

Preparation/Assignments

References/Resources
Aug. 28
  • Courseoverview 
  • Datagathering
  • Introductions(Nametent)
  • Ice Breaker Intros.
  • DigitalCamera Operations/Photos
  • Assigned A1: PowerPoint in subject area


Sep. 4
  • Moodle access
  • More Datagathering
  • Reviewof PowerPoint
  • InclassActivity: PowerPoint presentation (student group intros)
  • Unit Plan Concept
  • Class Discussion

 

                                          Surveys
Sept. 11

  • Intro Instructional  Software  (ppt)
  • Software Evaluation (ppt)
  • Multimedia Software(Kidpix, HyperStudio, PowerPoint) 
  • Meet in MH 312 for Kidpixintro.,  softwareevaluation 
  • Brief Intro to NETS and TEKS
  • A2: Finding Internet Resources
  • Sofware Evaluation Activity
  • Read IETT Ch. 2 (Theories) before next class
  • Inclass/Homework: 
    • Kidspix refrigerator picture
    • PowerPointpresentation and feedback on  topic

KidPix-HowTo
KidPix LessonIdeas
SoftwareResources
Sept. 18
  • Intro. to Intel Integration Materials
  • Introduction to Inspiration
  • Theories of Teaching & Learning
  • Curriculum Framing Questions (Activity)
  • Turnin A1: PowerPoint presentation on unit plan topic
  • Read IETT Ch. 7 before next class
  •  Do: Inspiration Theory Diagram
  • Turn in: Unit Plan Draft # 1


UnitPortfolio Template
AlternativeUnit Template
SampleUnit in html
Sept. 25
  • Browsing and Searching, Copyright
  • TeacherCompetencies(ISTE), START, TEKS & ISTE Nets
  • START/TechnologyApplications TEKS (ppt)Connections (ppt)
  • Web site evaluation
  • Standards Quest (Activity)

  • Read: IETT Ch 4 and 5  before next class
  • Study for Exam for next class

Copyright and Fair UseResource 

Citing Electronic Resources
To Copy or Not to Copy...
START
STARTactivity
TEKS for allAreas
ISTE Resources
WaterProject Activity
GlobalGrocery List Project (word)
Oct. 2 Lab Work Day A2 & Exam 1
Oct. 9
  • Teaching and Learning Styles/ Managing the Classroom Environment (Intel Module 8)
  • M&M Activity w/Spreadsheet
  • Turnin A2: Finding Internet Resources


  • Turnin: A2:Finding InternetResources
  • Read IETT Ch. 8  before next class
  • Read IETT Ch. 6  before next class

Brain Dominance

MultipleIntelligences

DifferentiatedInstruction

Technology and MI

HumanMetrics

M& M Sample Activity
Resources
Oct. 16
  • Integrating the Internet into Instruction (ppt) 
  • Webquests (ppt) 
  • MS Publisher
  • Assigned: A3 Student Sample -Newsletter/Brochure
  • Putting UnitPortfolios Together 
  • UsingProductivity Software inthe Classroom to support teaching and learning (ppt) 

Webquests
InternetProjects
SampleNewsletters and Brochures
EvaluationTools
LearningElectric.com:Software Tutorials
Oct. 23
  • Web Page Construction
  •  A4: Personal Web Site
WebDevelopment Resources
Oct. 30
  • Instructional Design
  • Interactive Powerpoint
  • A6: Instructional Segment
  • Newsletter Brochure (Cont)
  • Turnin: Design Document (in-class assignment)
  • Turnin: A3: Newsletter or Brochure

Nov. 6
  • A5: Logo Programming
  • Web Page Construction w/ wikis
    • Module 6: Creating WebSites 
    • Web Page Development (template) 
  • Turn in: Unit Plan Draft #1 and #2
  • Do:Use checklist to check LP
  • Turn in A5: Logo Programming
  •  Read one of IETT Ch. 9-14 & Ch. 15 before next class

MicroWorlds How-to

MW Web Resources
MicroWorldsMarathon Information

EndsofEarthVideoClip
(Source: NBCi.com)
Nov. 13
  • Intel Module 10:Showcasing Unit Portfolios 
  • Work on projects/TestProjects
  • Turnin: A4: Web Page(linked by end of class) 
  • Exam 2
Nov. 20 Thanksgiving Break! No Class!


Nov. 27
  • Module 8:Developing Plans for Implementation 
  • Module 8:Diverse Needs of Learners 
  • Equity andEthics Issues/ Addressing Inequities 
  • Catch Up Day
  • DiversityActivity (Inclass Activity)
  • Turn in A6: Interactive Instructional Segment
AddressingInequities
DiversityResources
DiversityActivity
Dec. 4
  • Portfolio Presentations
Turn in Final Project: Unit of Instruction andPortfolio of InstructionalMaterials PosttestSurvey
Web 2.0 Survey
Course Evaluations
Dec. 11
  • No class!! (Final Exam if points needed)
 Preparefor Other Classes' Exams