EDUC 275 August 22, 2006

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EDUC 275August 22, 2006

• Getting StartedSign in on the back table with
  your initials. Pick up each of the papers on the
  front table and find your name tent. On the
  inside of your name tent beside 8/22 list three
  of your unique qualities, experiences, and/or
  interests.
• AGENDA1. TSPA2. Overview of Course3.
  Syllabus4. Introductions via Digital Media

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Welcome to EDUC275Integrating Technology for
Teaching and Learning
Dr. Lisa Johnson
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This course is about NOT
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A framework for thinking about the class
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Assignments focus on
Integrating multiple subjects
collaboration
assessing student learning
technology as a tool for learning
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Topics we will cover

• Theories of technology integration
• Methods of technology integration
• Issues related to technology integration
• Project-based Learning
• Collaborative Learning
• Technology as an Assessment Tool

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Technology we will use

• Digital cameras
• Digital camcorders
• Laptops
• Desktops
• Internet (WebQuest, podcasting, BLOGs)
• MS Office Tools
• Digital video editing software
• And More.

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Syllabus Highlights

• Assignments
• Dr. Johnsons Website
• EDUC 275 Website
• Research Study
• Schedule
• Attendance
• In-class Behavior
• Students with Disabilities

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Advice

• Check your email daily BLOG invite coming soon.
  
• Read the assigned readings.
• Read assignments carefully.
• Look at the course schedule each class day.
• Be creative.
• Have an open mind.
• Dont limit yourself to thinking about what
  classrooms look like today.
• Stay focused in class.
• Expand your existing skills push yourself.
• If you are confused or have a problemASK.

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Introductions

• Take a picture of your neighbor.
• Have your neighbor take a picture of you.
• Create a PowerPoint slide introducing your
  neighbor.
• Insert their picture.
• Include their first and last name, hometown,
  major, an interesting fact, etc.
• Save to tshare/johnson/275/class_introductions/930
  . Name the file their last name, first initial
  (i.e., johnsonl).