EDUT - Education, Technology

EDUT 3215. Technology in the Workplace (2-2-3) An overview of the selection and utilization of technology in the workplace. Includes fundamentals of selecting, evaluating, and using a variety of technologies including computers, television, cameras, and telecommunications: introduction to hyper media/multimedia and developing skills for preparing presentations.

EDUT 3216. Technology for Inclusion (2-2-3) Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education. This course prepares teachers to use technology in the instruction of children with disabilities in inclusive settings. Accommodations, adaptations, and modifications made possible with the use of technology are also presented. The use of technology in writing, updating, evaluating IEPs is a major focus of this course.

EDUT 3217. Technology for the Teacher (1-2-2) Prerequisite: EDUF 2215 or departmental approval. Focuses on technology which enhances classroom management, lesson development, and productivity. Includes: lesson preparation, electronic assessment, on-line research techniques, and classroom materials production. Includes introduction to emerging technologies.

EDUT 5555. Selected Topics in Educational Technology (2-6) Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education and Department Chair Approval. This course is designed to deal with the changes in technology. It offers the opportunity to investigate areas in technology not covered by the program courses. Course may be repeated three times for credit when topics differ.

EDUT 6206. Introduction to Instructional Technology (2-2-3) An introductory course in the field of instructional technology and the various roles of technologists, issues relating to computing and technology and the future roles of technology in the society.

EDUT 6207. Microcomputer Hardware Systems for Educators (1-2-2) Examination of the internal hardware components and exploration of the system functions of a PC workstation and a network printer.

EDUT 6208. Educational Applications of Telecommunications (1-2-2) An awareness of the uses of educational telecommunication to enhance teaching and learning process.

EDUT 6209. Instructional Design (2-2-3) Prerequisite: EDUT 6206. The process and foundations of instructional design, and systematic design of instructional courseware.

EDUT 6215. Methods for Integrating Technology into the Curriculum (2-2-3) Prerequisite: EDUT 6209. Strategies for integrating technology resources and technology-based methods into the classroom settings.

EDUT 6216. Introduction to Networking (2-2-3) Prerequisite: EDUT 6207. An introduction to various types of networks in the school settings.

EDUT 6217. Interactive Teaching and Learning Across Distances (2-2-3) Prerequisites: EDUT 6215 and EDUT 6216. Exploration of various modes of distance education for the delivery of instruction.

EDUT 6405. Practicum in Instructional Technology (1-2-2) Prerequisite: EDUT 6215. A practicum designed to provide hands on experience in a school or training institution, under close supervision, plus class meetings.

EDUT 6999. Projects in Instructional Technology (0-6-3) Prerequisite: EDUT 6217. Specialized in-depth research on instructional technology projects to be supervised by an instructional technology faculty member.

EDUT 7795. Technology Practices for the Efficient Management of the Learning Environment (2-2-3) Define technology plan, develop a vision, write goals and objectives. Investigate and implement technology available at the building level which will lead to improved student achievement.