CECS 4100.003: Computers in the Classroom 

Tentative Course Schedule (Rev. 3-27-09)

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 2009 - CECS 4100.003 (Knezek) meets Tuesday afternoons in Matthews Hall 308 from 1:00pm - 3:50pm.

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

 

Week of:

Topic

Preparation/Assignments

References/Resources
Jan. 20
  • Course Overview 
  • Data gathering
  • Introductions(Nametent)
  • Digital Camera Operations/Photos
  • Review of Powerpoint
  • Inclass Activity: Powerpoint presentation 
  • Assigned A1: PowerPoint in subject area
          Surveys


Jan. 27
  • Practice Quizzes / Study Guides / Advanced Organizers
  • Moodle access  / hello message
  • Web 1.0: Browsing and Searching
  • Instructional  Software  (ppt)
  • Software Evaluation (ppt)
  • Multimedia Software(Kidpix, HyperStudio, PowerPoint) 
  • Go To MH 312 for Kidpix Introduction
  • Unit Plan Concept
  • Class Discussion of Topics
  • A2: Finding Internet Resources 

 

KidPix-HowTo
KidPix Lesson Ideas
Software Resources

    
UnitPortfolio Template
AlternativeUnit Template
SampleUnit in html                                      
Feb. 3
Guests

  • Web 2.0 Intro. (McPherson) (MH 312)
  • Go To MH 312 for software selection / evaluation
  • Locating / Loading Software (Mayes)
  • Sofware Evaluation Activity
  • Read IETT Ch. 2 (Theories) before next class

   Software Eval. Form
Feb. 10
  • Introduction to Inspiration
  • Theories of Teaching & Learning
  • Curriculum Framing Questions (Activity)
  • Turnin A1: PowerPoint presentation on unit plan topic
  • PowerPointpresentation and feedback on  topic
  • Do: Inspiration Theory Diagram
  • Read IETT Ch. 7 before next class
  Sample Theory Diagram

     Surveys
Feb. 17
  •  Copyright
  • TeacherCompetencies(ISTE), START, TEKS & ISTE Nets
  • START/TechnologyApplications TEKS (ppt)Connections (ppt)
  • Integrating the Internet into Instruction (ppt) 
  • Web site evaluation
  • Standards Quest (Activity)
  • Read: IETT Ch. 3, 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)
Feb. 24
  • NETS for Teachers Discussion
  • Review for Exam 1
Mar. 3    Wiki or Pod Cast Session + Exam 1
    (Guest Lecturer)		 Exam 1 (Ch 1,2,3,4,5,7,8)
Mar. 10
  • 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
Mar. 17 Spring Break / No Class
Mar. 24
  •  Webquests (ppt) 
  • Web Page Construction w/ wikis
    • Module 6: Creating WebSites 
    • Web Page Development (template)
  • MS Publisher
  • Assigned: A3 Student Sample -Newsletter/Brochure
  • Module 9: Putting UnitPortfolios Together 
  • Using Productivity Software in the Classroom to support teaching and learning (ppt) 
Webquests
InternetProjects
SampleNewsletters and Brochures
EvaluationTools
LearningElectric.com:Software Tutorials
Mar. 31
  • Web Page Construction
  •  A4: Personal Web Site
 WebDevelopment Resources
Apr. 7
Web Page Construction Contd.
A5:  Podcasting
  • Turnin: A3: Newsletter or Brochure
  • Turn in A5: Podcasting

MicroWorlds How-to

MW Web Resources
Apr. 14
Guest
  • Instructional Design
  • Interactive Powerpoint
  • A6: Interactive PPT and PodCast
  • Newsletter Brochure (Cont)
  • Read one of IETT Ch. 9-14 & Ch. 15 before next class
  • Turn in A6: Interactive PPT
  • Turn in: Unit Plan Draft
  • Do:Use checklist to check LP
Apr. 21
  • Intel Module 10:Showcasing Unit Portfolios 
  • Work on projects/TestProjects
  • Turnin: A4: Web Page(linked by end of class) 
  • Exam 2
Apr. 28
  • Module 8:Developing Plans for Implementation 
  • Module 8:Diverse Needs of Learners 
  • Equity andEthics Issues/ Addressing Inequities 
  • Catch Up Day
  • DiversityActivity (Inclass Activity)
AddressingInequities
DiversityResources
DiversityActivity
May 5
  • Portfolio Presentations
 Turn in Final Project: Unit of Instruction andPortfolio of InstructionalMaterials PosttestSurvey
Web 2.0 Survey
Course Evaluations
May 12
  • No class!! (Final Exam if points needed)
 Prepare for Other Classes' Exams