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2024 Spring: January 10 - June 25

Course Class No. Section Start & End Date Day Time Status Location
INST 600 Technology Integration in the Contemporary Classroom (3)
An introductory study of current trends in educational technology. The objective is to use International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards to explore current trends in educational technology, study learning theory, and apply instructional technology integration models to the design of standards-based lesson plans. Discussion covers technology-infused lesson plans and digital tools and resources. Activities include development of a professional portfolio, and creation of a professional growth plan. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: EDTC 600 or INST 600.
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25069 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Ruffini, Michael F Syllabus Course Materials
INST 605 Designing Learner-Centered Environments (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: INST 600. A study of contemporary learning models that facilitate authentic, technology-rich learning experiences to promote student autonomy. The objective is to use learning science to investigate contemporary learning models and frameworks in depth. Topics include the design of lessons and learning activities that facilitate collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and communication and the design of flexible, accessible, active learning spaces.
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25070 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Wieczorek, Joseph A Syllabus Course Materials
INST 610 Digital Identity & Critical Media Analysis (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: INST 605. A comprehensive examination of the responsibility that educators have to protect learners from cyber threats. The objective is to apply best practices for protecting student privacy; promoting safe, ethical, and legal behavior online; and teaching critical analysis and design of media. Activities include designing instructional materials to support students, parents, and other educators in making informed decisions to safeguard personal privacy and digital identity and to apply critical media analysis in the development of online content. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: EDTC 605 or INST 610.
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25071 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Ruffini, Michael F Syllabus Course Materials
INST 615 Learning Analytics & Adaptation (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: INST 610. An exploration of learning analytics. The objective is to better target students, individual learning needs through deeper insight into their performance. Topics include data literacy, differentiation, ADA compliance, and personalized learning, as well as designing a rich variety of formative and summative assessments, using student data, and learning analytics to inform the design of technology-enhanced lessons, and selecting assistive technologies. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: EDTC 615 or INST 615.
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25072 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Rippard, Kelly S Syllabus Course Materials
INST 620 Transforming Education Online (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: INST 615. An exploration of online learning. The objective is to apply instructional design theories, models, and frameworks to develop learning experiences for digital platforms. Topics include developing a needs assessment, writing learning objectives, consulting digital rights and ADA guidelines in the development of interactive instructional materials and OERs, creating supporting materials and assessments, and evaluating the success of design projects. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: EDTC 610 or INST 620.
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25794 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Grant, Allen C Syllabus Course Materials
INST 625 Leading Change and Innovation in Educational Environments (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: INST 620. A comprehensive study of change management. The objective is to lead change efforts by investigating issues that affect technology adoption in schools, exploring notable change management theories, and developing strategies to mitigate fear and resistance. Topics include developing a change management plan for school or district improvement that is informed by mission, vision, goals, and culture and establishing oneself as a thought leader in the field by creating a professional online presence.
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25796 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Donovan, Loretta C Syllabus Course Materials
INST 630 Coaching for Instructional Innovation (3)
Prerequisite or corequisites: INST 625. A detailed exploration of coaching about instructional technology. The objective is to demonstrate coaching skills, such as facilitating learning and growth, encouraging risk taking, facilitating deep reflection, and providing meaningful feedback. Topics include relationship building with other educators to create a supportive and productive culture conducive to the coaching process.
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25797 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Donato, Nicole R Syllabus Course Materials
INST 640 Designing for Professional Development & Growth (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: INST 630. A comprehensive study of effective professional development planning efforts that support the development and growth of teachers across the entire professional continuum. The objective is to apply research-based adult learning principles to support the specific learning, cultural, and social-emotional needs of educators to increase their ability to effectively integrate technology in the classroom. Topics include emerging trends, best practices, and contemporary professional development models. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: EDTC 640 or INST 640.
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25799 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Donovan, Loretta C Syllabus Course Materials
INST 645 Strategic Technology Planning (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: INST 640. An investigation of strategic planning efforts in modern school districts. The objective is to engage in a strategic planning process to implement new technology by collaborating with stakeholders to develop a shared vision, writing goals and objectives, creating an action plan with communication strategies and criteria for evaluation, and mobilizing resources. Topics include developing a strategic plan for a technology integration initiative, developing funding proposals, and writing professional recommendations for new digital resources and technology tools. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: EDTC 630 or INST 645.
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25800 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Cook, Brian J Syllabus Course Materials
INST 650 Integrative Capstone I (3)
Prerequisite or corequisite: INST 645. A thorough review of the instructional technology concepts and skills acquired through previous coursework. The objective is to work collaboratively with a teacher or group of teachers to identify instructional challenges, select a technology-based solution, set goals, engage in collaborative learning, provide coaching and feedback, collect data, and reflect on success. Activities include identifying a teacher or group of teachers to work with, analyzing available data, identifying an instructional challenge, and developing a coaching plan.
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25803 9040 10 Jan 2024-02 Apr 2024 Open Online
Faculty: Green, Timothy D Syllabus Course Materials
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