PRACTICUM: APPLYING EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY

EDU 535A

Instructor: Dr. Arlys Peterson

Classroom: Glidden Computer Lab

Office: Glidden 311

Office Hours : MW 9:00 - 11:00

Phone Number: 331-6779

E-mail: arlys.peterson@usiouxfalls.edu

Class Syllabus:

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Course Description: 

This practicum will focus on observing and integrating technology into K-12 classes. Students will develop a Wiki portfolio as evidence of the growth in theory, practice, and application of instructional technology.

Prerequisite:  Teaching and Learning With Technology  - Edu 514

Instructional Methods: student will meet online once a month for student presentations and online discussions

Knowledge Base

The knowledge base for students in all teacher education programs at University of Sioux Falls is based on the conceptual framework, “Teacher as Developing Professional (TDP).”  Within the “Teacher As a Developing Professional Model,” this course will emphasize the components of cognitive mediator, manager, researcher, communicator, evaluator, and servant leader.

As cognitive mediator, the teacher helps students to become independent learners who construct meaning by combining new information with their own background knowledge.

As researcher, the teacher seeks to improve educational practices within the school setting, using an inquiry approach to serve students more effectively.

As servant leader, the teacher is able to integrate research on the development of moral reasoning, values, and ethical sensitivity into the classroom while following the model of empathetic personal interaction provided by Jesus Christ.

As evaluator, the teacher maximizes students’ learning by using a full range of formal and informal information-gathering processes in order to respond appropriately to student individual differences.

As communicator, the teacher is skilled in modes of communication that will enable effective communication and collaboration with other educators, parents, and families.

As manager, the teacher plans and organizes the learning environment, established and maintains a positive learning climate, and implements effective intervention strategies.

The ISTE National Educational Technology Standards (NETS•T) and Performance Indicators for Teachers

SOUTH DAKOTA K - 12 TECHNOLOGY STANDARDS - 2015

• Strand 1: Research and Digital Literacy
  Strand 2: Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
  Strand 3: Digital Citizenship
  Strand 4: Technology Operations and Concepts
  Strand 5: Creativity and Innovation
  Strand 6: Communication and Collaboration

The National Technology Standards for Teachers are also implemented into the course objectives. 

I. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity

II. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments

III. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning

IV. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility

V. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership

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Course Objectives:

After completing this course, the graduate students will demonstrate the ability to:

1. Implement Technology Activities into teaching lessons or management activities. (NTST 1,2,3,5; USF TDP Cognitive Mediator, Communicator)
2. Design a 10-day technology integration unit for one of their classes. (NTST 2,3,4,5; USF TDP Cognitive Mediator, researcher, evaluator, & manager)
3. Evaluate and compare their school district’s computer curriculum to the South Dakota Technology Standards. (NTST 4 & 6; USF TDP Evaluator)
4. Mentor teachers on the use of technology in the classroom. (NTST 2,3, & 5; USF TDP Cognitive Mediator, Communicator, Evaluator, Servant Leader)
5. Observe and evaluate technology being used in a classroom. (NTST 2,3,4,5, & 6; USF TDP Cognitive Mediator, Evaluator)
6. Research and report on four areas of technology integration. (NTST 2,5,6; USF TDP cognitive mediator, researcher, communicator)

Resources:  Internet online resources, Educational Journals, Class Wiki - Fall 2015  

Assessment:

Practicum Checklist

Rubric

**Organize the Wiki portfolio into sections for each project.

1. Technology Projects: Create a Practicum Wiki and create a Wiki page for each of the projects. Attach the project document and write your reflection on the Wiki about the project. Tell how you used them and the response you got from teachers and/or students. 

1. Screencast Tutorial on a Web 2.0 program
2. 5-10 slides for a Smartboard/Interwrite lesson
3. Create a Wiki for your class or mentoring teachers and post information on it every month
4. 15-site Web 2.0 Scavenger Hunt for Teachers
5. 15-Site Content Area Scavenger Hunt for Teachers or Students
6. Create and teach eight lessons using tech in each lesson. Lessons created in Edu 514

2. Mentoring - Grad MENTORING TIME LOG.doc

1. Mentored 2 or more teachers – Meet 2-3 times per sem.
2. Mentoring Log completed
3. Present Technology Workshop you created in EDU 504
   

3. Observations

1. Technology Observations: Observe technology being used in a classroom for a total of eight hours. Write a three-page reflective report for each observation. i.e., three page reflective report for elementary and a three page reflective report for middle school.

4. Professional Conference Videos 

PROFESSIONAL JOURNAL ASSIGNMENTS – 160 pts.

Speaker Video #1 – 2-Page Report

Speaker VIdeo #2 – 2-Page Report

Speaker Video #3 – 2-Page Report

Speaker Video  #4 – 2- Page Report

5. Monthly Discussion Questions:

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Accommodations:

COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact Learning Accessibility Services at (605) 331-6740 or access@usiouxfalls.edu.  Accommodations can only be arranged through this office, which is located in the Academic Success Center (McDonald Center).

 Honesty Statement:

USF holds firmly to the conviction that personal and intellectual integrity should be fundamentals at a Christian university.  For this reason, USF expects all students and employees of the university to act honestly, ethically, and fairly and to avoid activities that would compromise the academic mission of the university. Academic misconduct, including plagiarism, will result in written notification to the student, his/her academic advisor, the department head of the offered course, and the Vice-President of Academic Affairs. Plagiarizing occurs when one does not cite work taken from books, journals, works of others, or electronic sources.  Full information can be found at: https://www.usiouxfalls.edu/academic/student_handbook

USF Academic Success Center

To assist students in enriching their intellectual lives and pursuing academic success, USF provides a variety of services through the Academic Success Center (ASC).  The ASC coordinates with the USF Math Center, the USF Writing Center, and other campus programs to aid students seeking to master course content or to develop study skills (e.g., time management, note taking, test taking, reading strategies) necessary to become effective, life-long learners.  The services of the USF Academic Success Center—located in the McDonald University Center—are free.  For additional information, including the schedule of available services, please visit the ASC web page at http://www.usiouxfalls.edu/asc, or contact Dr. Greg Dyer (greg.dyer@usiouxfalls.edu), Director of the Academic Success Center.

USF Writing Center

An excellent avenue for receiving thoughtful feedback on your writing is the USF Writing Center, located in the lower level of Mears Library.  The services of the USF Writing Center are free, and they are available to you either by appointment or on a drop-in basis.  For additional information about the USF Writing Center, including the hours of operation and the services they offer, please check the website at www.usiouxfalls.edu/writing_center.