Syllabus

Creating Dynamic Learning Environments

Course Instructors

Course Description

This course focuses on the integration of technology and emerging Web applications into all curriculum areas. This class is NOT about technology tools, but about using technology tools to help facilitate learning in the classroom and to help us and our students become digitally aware in the 21st century. This course is aligned with 2016 International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards for students.

Course Objectives

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Students will be able to:

Explore and Evaluate Educational applications and resources available online
Understand the International Society for Technology in Education Standards and how effective technology integration helps to address these guidelines
Learn about several educational applications and programs that can be used to meet the learning objectives of students
Work in an online environment that is differentiated to meet the needs of all learners
Create activities that integrate the use of technology to enhance student learning
Create a web presence to enhance collaboration and communication
Participate in online communications in order to learn from one another
Build an Online Professional Learning Network (PLN)

Attendance/Participation in class:

All participants are expected to attend each face to face session as well as participate in online course activities. Absences of one class will result in a mark down of one letter grade for your final grade. It is assumed that students will participate by having completed all readings and assignments and will take part in online communications, reflections and discussions. Students will have the choice of tasks in the modules and can be completed at the student's own pace.

Evaluation/Grading:

The grade for the course will be based on the following criteria and requirements: During the course you will complete activities to earn each of the seven overall badges which align with the International Society for Technology in Education Standards. Your grade will be based on your ability to complete activities in order to earn each of the seven badges. Your development of verbal communication skills as demonstrated through your participation in class discussions and online activities will carry weight towards your final grade.

Click the image below to open the CDLE Activity Checklist (spreadsheet). Use this to mark completed assignments as you progress through the course.

Academic Honesty

As an academic community it is expected that all members of the community will act in a responsible and ethical manner and to uphold values, rules, and regulations. The principles of individual honor, integrity, responsibility, and respect for the rights of others are essential to student academic conduct. A student must always submit work that represents his or her original words or ideas. If any words or ideas are used that do not represent the student's original words or ideas, the student must cite all relevant sources.

Meeting Dates

Face to Face: July 12, August 9, September 18, December 4.

Online: August 1, October 10, 11 or 12, November 4.

Modules

Module 1: (F2F) Introduction to the course

July 12: Face to Face Session 1

Tasks

Course overview
Website Overview
Join Classroom - Code:
Create Blog
First Blog Post
Share your blog here
Create Twitter Account
First Tweet - use #SPSPLN (we will use this hashtag throughout the course when tweeting)
Create Credly Account (Badge system)
Complete Twitter Challenge ( Module 3) before first Twitter chat on