Edu 600 - Course Information

UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA COURSE INFORMATION
Course Title Course Code Credit Hours SLT Prerequisite Semester Course Description This course will introduce students to the historical and pedagogical factors related to information technology and its use in primary schools in Malaysia. The use of technology in is crucial to enhance teaching and leaninig. Several theories dealing with the using technology is discussed. Students will be able to understand the importance of technology in improving the teaching and learning process. Required Text: Lever-Duffy, Judy. (2011). Teaching and Learning with Technology. Pearson. Learning Outcomes By the end of this course, students should be able to: 1. Explain the importance of computers in the learning environment. 2. Apply related theories and concepts in integrating technology as an educator. 3. Discuss the different software available for primary learning environment. 4. Discuss issues relating to integrating technology in the learning environment. 5. Produce courseware for use in teaching primary school students. : PRIMARY SCHOOL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY : EDU 600 :3 : 120 Hours : None : One
COURSE CONTENT
UNIT Seminar 1 Week 1-2 Topic Part 1 (Chp 5) Computers in the Learning Environment Computers, Teaching and You What educators need to know about Software What educators need to know about hardware Storage Networking Computers Using a school network Sharing and communicating via a network Educational Computing Part 2 (Chp 6) Digital Technologies in the Classroom Input Devices for Teaching and Learning Output Devices for Teaching and Learning Emerging Digital Technologies for the Classroom From hardware to software Part 3 Administrative Software (Chp 7) Understanding Software Evaluating and Using Productivity software Evaluating and Using School and Classroom Software Software, Teaching and Learning, A Practical Approach Part 4 (Chp 8) Academic Software Software Repurposed for Education Software Designed for Education Academic Software in Teaching and Learning (Hands-on) Managing Presentations: PowerPoint Practical work with PowerPoint elements Learning the tool itself hands on Preparing for Final Project. Part 5 (Chp 9) The Internet and the World Wide Web The Internet: Connecting Networks to Networks across the Globe Connecting to the Internet Telecommunication Technologies Internet Tools and Services The World Wide Web Using the Internet and the Web for Teaching and Learning 12. Lecture 13. Hands-on 14. Group discussion 15. 9. Lecture 10. Group discussion 11. Activity/Assignment 1. 2. Introduction to the course 3. Evaluation guidelines 4. Group formation Discussion/Q & A 5. TEST 1 6. (Parts 1, 2 & 3) 7. 8.
Week 3-4
Seminar 2 Week 4-5
Week 6-7
Seminar 3 Week 8-9
Week 10-11
Seminar 4 Week 12-13
Part 6 (Chp 13) Issues in Implementing Technology in schools Planning for and Implementing Technology Legal Issues in the Digital Age Social Issues in the Digital Age Ethical issues in the Digital Age Resources for Teachers Group Presentation of Final Project
16. TEST 2 17. (Parts 4 6) 18.
Seminar 5
Week 14
19. Submission of Final
Project (Self Instructional Courseware using Powerpoint)
ASSESSMENT Grading Policies The grading scale as explained in the course catalog will be used: 80-100% = A 65-69% = B 50-54% = C 75-79% = A60-64% = B70-74% = B+ 55-59% = C+ Test 1 & 2 Online Discussion Final Project (Self Instructional Courseware using Powerpoint) REFERENCES Computer application manuals:Microsoft Office 1997/2000, Excel 1997/2000, Access 1997/2000, Adobe PageMaker Version 6.5, Microsoft Publisher and Front Page 2000. Computer Application Manuals: Microsoft Office 2007. Frocier, R.C. & Descy, D.E. (2008). The Computer as an Educational Tool: Productivity and Problem Solving. 5th ed. New Jersey: Pearson Prentice Hall. Gerald, R.W. (1989). Computers and education. New York: McGraw-Hill. Haag, S, Cummings, M and Rea, A (2002). Computing concepts. USA: McGrawhill. Oleary, T.J. & OLeary, L.I. (2008). Computing Essentials 2008: Complete Edition. New York: McGraw Hill Sharp, V. (2005). Computer Education for Teachers: Integrating Technology into Classroom teaching. 5th ed. Boston: McGraw-Hill. Students will demonstrate their knowledge in the tests. The test will be held during Seminar 2 & 4. Students are required to actively participate in online discussions throughout the semester through i-Class. In groups of 5, Students will practically demontrate their knowledge and understanding in the final project writeup and presentation. 40% 20% 40%

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Seminar 2 Week 4-5

Seminar 3 Week 8-9

Seminar 4 Week 12-13

16. TEST 2 17. (Parts 4 6) 18.

19. Submission of Final

Project (Self Instructional Courseware using Powerpoint)

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