Undergraduate Concentration* in Instructional Technology for Elementary Education

Rev. 05/03

The Concentration in Instructional Technology for Elementary Education requires 12 credits. The following three (3) classes (IT 572,** IT 573,** IT 574) are required.

*Note: The concentration is not available under new state licencing rules. However, students may still select additional courses in technology.

**IT 572-573 are no longer offered on a regular basis. However, other IT courses, many of them available online, can readily be substituted to complete the requirements. Students should contact their advisor.

IT 572 Technology Uses in Education - 3 (Spring Semester)

This course is intended to equip teachers with the ability to integrate advanced uses of technology in the elementary classroom. Skills and information learned here will allow students to become technology resource specialists at the elementary school level. Material covered includes techniques for utilizing both the "one computer classroom" and the "pod" setup, incorporating simulation software, using utility software for grading and planning, and advanced instructional media development and application in a final multimedia project.

Prerequisite, IT 125, IT 371.

IT 573 Electronic Portfolio and Webpage Development - 3 (Fall Semester)

Students will be taught how to collect and display material electronically, including using weAugust 26, 2005 portfolio in a format suitable for either web distribution or copied to a CD-ROM. Instruction will also include using web-based lessons appropriate to various age groups.

Prerequisite, IT 125, IT 371.

IT 574 Internet Uses in Education - 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters)

This computer class will focus on using the information superhighway (Internet) for teaching and learning in the k-12 school. Topics will include finding and using lesson plans, using online and cooperative education with k-12 students, subscribing to listserv lists in education, joining appropriate "field trips," finding k-12 resources, using ERIC online, accessing and employing web search engines in education, handling files, and web page design.

Prerequisite, IT 125, IT 371.

The student must select three (3) credits from the following:

IT 575 Internship in Instructional Technology 1-3 (Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters)

Designed as a practical experience where the student is assigned duties in a school or professional setting. The student typically assists the professional in applying their knowledge in instructional technology to real world issues. A written explanation is required. Class may be repeated. Graded pass/no credit.

Prerequisite, IT 125, 371, and 572, and consent of advisor.

CS 130 Microcomputer Problem Solving - 3

IS 253 Visual Basic Programming - 3

SE 500 Software in Special Education - 1