CECS 4100.003: Computers in the Classroom 

Tentative Course Schedule (Rev. 4-1-2007)

This calendar is subject to frequent changes. It is a work in progress and changes will be made to meet student needs over the course of the semester. Check it often.

 

Spring 2007 - CECS 4100 (Knezek) meets Tuesday (.003) and Thursday (.009) afternoons in Matthews Hall 308 from 1:00pm - 3:50pm.

Instructor: Dr. Gerald Knezek
Link to Textbook Resources            Albino Quest!             Link to Intel Web Site References 

 

Week of:

Topic

Preparation/Assignments

References/Resources
Jan. 16  Course Introduction/Distribute Syllabus
Jan. 23
  • Course overview / Moodle access
  • Data gathering
  • Ice Breaker Intros.
  • Intro. to Intel Integration Materials
  • Unit Plan Concept
  • Read IETT Ch. 1(Big Picture) before next class


Jan. 30
  • Introductions (Name tent) 
  • More Data gathering
  • Class Discussion/Debate
  • Digital Camera Operations/Photos
  • Review of PowerPoint
  • In class Activity: PowerPoint presentation (student group intros)
  • Assigned A1: PowerPoint in subject area

 

                                             Surveys
Feb. 6

  • Ch. 3: Teaching with Instructional  Software  (ppt)
  • Software Evaluation (ppt)
  • Multimedia Software (Kidpix, HyperStudio, PowerPoint) 
  • Meet in MH 312 for Kidpix intro.,  software evaluation 
  • A2: Finding Internet Resources
  • Sofware Evaluation Activity
  • Read IETT Ch. 2 (Theories) before next class
  • Inclass/Homework:  
    • Kidspix refrigerator picture
    • PowerPoint presentation and feedback on  topic

KidPix-HowTo
KidPix Lesson Ideas
Software Resources
Feb. 13
  • Introduction to Inspiration
  • Theories of Teaching & Learning
  • Curriculum Framing Questions (Activity)
  • Turn in A1: PowerPoint presentation on unit plan topic
  • Read IETT Ch. 7 before next class
  •  Do: Inspiration Theory Diagram
  • Turn in: Unit Plan Draft # 1 (name, title, essential & unit questions,... as many blanks as known.)

Unit Portfolio Template
Alternative Unit Template
Sample Unit in html
Feb. 20
  • Browsing and Searching, Copyright
  • Teacher Competencies (ISTE), START, TEKS & ISTE Nets
  • START/Technology Applications TEKS (ppt) Connections (ppt)
  • Web site evaluation
  • Standards Quest (Activity)
  • Read: IETT Ch. 3-4  before next class

Copyright and Fair Use Resource 

Citing Electronic Resources
To Copy or Not to Copy...
START
START activity
TEKS for all Areas
ISTE Resources
Water Project Activity
Global Grocery List Project (word)
Feb. 27
  • Teaching and Learning Styles/ Managing the Classroom Environment (Intel Module 8)
  • M&M Activity w/Spreadsheet
  • Turn in A2: Finding Internet Resources
  • Turn in: A2:Finding Internet Resources
  • Read IETT Ch. 5 before next class
  • Read IETT Ch. 8  before next class
  • Read IETT Ch. 6  before next class

Brain Dominance

Multiple Intelligences

Differentiated Instruction

Technology and MI

Human Metrics

M& M Sample Activity
Resources
Mar. 6
  • Integrating the Internet into Instruction (ppt) 
  • Webquests (ppt) 
  • MS Publisher
  • Assigned: A3 Student Sample - Newsletter/Brochure
  • Study for Exam for next class
  • Module 9: Putting Unit Portfolios Together 
  • Using Productivity Software in the Classroom to support teaching and learning (ppt) 
Webquests
Internet Projects
Sample Newsletters and Brochures
Evaluation Tools
LearningElectric.com: Software Tutorials
Mar. 13
  • Web Page Construction
  •  A4: Personal Web Site
  • Exam 1
 Web Development Resources
Mar. 20 SPRING BREAK - No Class
Mar . 27
  • Instructional Design
  • Interactive Powerpoint
  • A6: Instructional Segment
  • Newsletter Brochure (Cont)
  • Turn in: Design Document (in-class assignment)
  • Turn in: A3: Newsletter or Brochure
Apr. 3
  • A5: Logo Programming
  • Web Page Construction w/ wikis
    • Module 6: Creating Web Sites 
    • Web Page Development (template) 
  • Turn in A5: Logo Programming
  •  Read one of IETT Ch. 9-14 & Ch. 15 before next class

MicroWorlds How-to

MW Web Resources
MicroWorlds Marathon Information
Apr. 10
  • Moodle Chat
  • Instructional Video Production
  • Contribute to dialog with instructor and/or classmates
  • Produce Informational Video Segment with iMovie
Apr. 17
  • Intel Module 10: Showcasing Unit Portfolios
  • Work on projects/Test Projects
  • Turn in: Unit Plan Draft #1 and #2
  • Do: Use checklist to check LP
  • Turn in: A4: Web Page


Apr. 24
  • Module 8: Developing Plans for Implementation 
  • Module 8: Diverse Needs of Learners 
  • Equity and Ethics Issues/ Addressing Inequities 
  • Catch Up Day
  • Diversity Activity (Inclass Activity)
  • Turn in A6: Interactive Instructional Segment
  • Exam 2
 Addressing Inequities
Diversity Resources
Diversity Activity
May 1
  • Portfolio Presentations
 Turn in Final Project: Unit of Instruction and Portfolio of Instructional Materials Posttest Survey
Web 2.0 Survey
Course Evaluations
May 8
  • No class!! (Final Exam if points needed)
 Prepare for Other Classes' Exams