Computers in the Classroom, Education 570 Syllabus

Saint Joseph College, West Hartford, Connecticut  06117

Dr. Judy Arzt, Network Center (Room 4)

 

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 Software evaluation project alternate website evaluation project accessible from the course Schedule

*  Software/Website Lesson

*   Web Site

*   Web Quest Project

*  PowerPoint

*   Application Project:

Choice 1

Choice 2

 

 

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Course Description

This course focuses on computer applications and concepts related to teaching on the K-12 level. The course provides hands-on experience with numerous computer programs. A critical component of this course centers on effective ways to integrate computer technology into the classroom.

Course Objectives

The student will be able to:

Evaluate educational software/websites and identify ways to integrate software/websites into the curriculum
Write a software or website lesson plan
Create a web site
Create an advanced PowerPoint display
Create a Web Quest, including a teacher lesson plan and the online components for students to conduct the quest 
Use application software or an online application tool (e.g., spreadsheets, graphic organizers, blog etc.) to create materials and to identify ways to integrate the tool into the classroom setting

For information on Connecticut State Dept. of Education technology competencies and standards for teachers, please access this online document using the URL provided:

http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/lib/sde/pdf/dtl/technology/cttct.pdf

These competencies are inherent to the stated objectives for the course and integrated into course projects.

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Office Hours: Before and after class

Office Location: Mercy 250 or Network Center

  Email tutoring: tutoring@sjc.edu

 

 

Last revised: 8/13/2009     Tele: (806) 231-5353       Email: jarzt@sjc.edu       Office: Mercy 250

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