Introduction to FED 529 Computer-Based Instructional Technology Sha Li, Associate Professor Instructional Technology School of Education AAMU

Objectives of this Course 1.Students will be able to learn the following commonly used tools for instructional purposes: Microsoft Word (basic word processing, document editing, graphic editing, desktop publishing, etc.) PowerPoint (slide show, text, graphics, animated graphics, text animation, sound effects, music, multimedia, etc.) Excel (grade book, formulas, functions, statistics, ratings, etc.) Internet use (network concept, search engines, instructional website evaluation and integration, etc.) Webpage design (basics of webpages, publishing, updates) Graphics Design (painting in Windows)

Objectives continued Students will learn about the following concepts, theories, perspectives and trends on educational technology integration The multimedia and instruction, Instructional design with technology aids, Distance education, Online learning resources, Learning theories in a technology-driven classroom, Instructional methods/strategies in a technology-assisted learning environment.

Regulations & Rubrics You are encouraged to purchase a flash disk (or jump drive) Attendance is required and graded. Participation in discussion is required, diverse perspectives and creative opinions are welcome and highly valued. Extra help by appointment after class. Communication by in-class interactions, , & phone. Prompt teacher to repeat if unable to follow. Tell the teacher your needs & special needs. Cooperative learning is advocated and effective. Be attentive in class, no cell phone calls, no food. Clean the desk trash and shut down computers when leaving Keep peers’ s and phone numbers Bookmark FED 529 course website or search “Dr. Sha Li, & FED 529” in search engine

Where to get your AAMU You can obtain your AAMU from the following labs’ assistants: Carter Hall Computer Lab Hopkins Hall Computer Lab Library (LRC) Computer Lab School of Business Computer Lab West Hall Computer Lab They will give you user name and password. You need to write them down in a notebook. Failure to obtain an AAMU will result in not receiving important financial aid information.

Expected Learning style Write down each steps in case you’ll forget. The teacher will repeat the hard process, but nobody could remember so many. Tell the teacher and classmates next to you if you have a need. Explore on the computer to know something on your own. Finish your assignments within the due time. Discuss with people about the new things or something you discovered.

High Expectation: no fool away of this semester You are expected to learn, perform and behave to a higher level of expectation You are expected to learn a lot: This class is the only Technology class You are expected to learn from peers: cooperative learning is always effective You are expected to help others who are in need You are expected to give feedback to the instructor: on your needs, students’ feedbacks and your expectations

Teacher Contact Room 211 CCN Office Hours: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Phone: Bookmark the Course Website: Extra Help by appointment or drop by during office hours

The Happy Side and Hard Side of this Class You get interested and empowered during and after this class. Your attitude toward using computers will be changed when you exit from this class. But you might get frustrated at first if your computer skill is low. You feel more comfortable late. Not everybody get frustrated in this class, because many of them either have a higher level of technology or learn faster than others.

Your Progress Curve Course Progress Your Ability Level Your Ability & Knowledge Your Frustration 0

The Teacher’s In-Class Support The teacher’s in-class support is limited in time and frequency for each person because of the class size. The teacher’s support might focus more on lower level students, and on a first come, first service base. Teacher can only support one student each time, others who need teacher’s support at the same time have to wait until the teacher is freed from working with that student. Ask others near you and you might save time and learn more during the time you are waiting. “Students help students” is proved highly effective.

Elder Teacher’s Station Projector Screen door Preferred Seating for Cooperative Learning Wall

Memo Grade “I” policy A student must finish 75%, or more than half of the work, in a class to be qualified to get an “I” for incomplete. Or else, there is an “F.” “F” can not be changed to any other grades. Grade “F” policy If a student cannot get an “I” for incomplete, then get an “F.” If a student gets an “F,” he/she must retake the class, or say, pay the class again to take it again.

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