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EDCI 27000: Introduction to Educational Technology and Computing
Instructors: Newby, Richardson

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This course addresses the fundamentals of educational technology including the integration of instructional design, media, computers and related technologies within the classroom setting.  Students will explore and evaluate how, when, and why technology should be infused into education. This course is taught concurrently with EDCI 27100, an optional one-credit course that focuses on classroom applications.  We recommend that you take both EDCI 27000 and 27100 to gain the best perspective on educational technology in the schools.

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EDCI 27100: Classroom Applications of Educational Technology
Instructor: Ertmer, Kim
Prerequisite/Corequisite: EDCI 27000

This course explores classroom applications of technology introduced in EDCI 27000.  You will examine the integration of educational technology in classroom settings through field experiences, web-based resources, case studies, and in-class discussions. The primary goal of the course is to help you achieve a greater understanding of issues and techniques related to the integration of educational technology in K-12 settings.

EDCI 27100 will be phased out at the end of the 2009-10 academic year.

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EDCI 51300: Foundations of Educational Technology
Instructors: Ertmer, Kim, Schaffer

This course provides an historical overview of the field and delineates the foundational knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed by professionals in the field of educational technology and instructional design.  Students explore the field by engaging in collaborative projects along with thinking and writing about various aspects of educational technology and the underlying instructional design theories. 

 

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EDCI 55400: Production of Instructional Materials
Instructors: Lehman, Staff

This course examines the basic elements of instructional production as it relates to web-based media. Production concepts are explored by engaging students in collaborative projects along with thinking about various underlying design/production theories. Participants in this course will learn to design and develop instructional materials using the following media tools: audio, video, page layout, graphics, and authoring. To prepare students for careers such as instructional designers or developers, this course provides the basic elements for students to either pursue further skills to professionally produce media, or to facilitate their working with professional producers.

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EDCI 56000: Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning 
Instructors: Richardson, Lehman, Newby

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This course is an introductory graduate-level course in the basics of educational technology including popular computer applications for teaching and learning.  No prerequisite knowledge is assumed.  Basic concepts are covered, and educational uses of computers are surveyed.  The course stresses the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to implement and manage technology in educational environments.  Hands-on experience with personal computers and computer applications is provided through the laboratory component of the course.  The goal of the course is to help you plan, implement, and evaluate educational technology for teaching and learning.  Course projects focus on the use of technology tools to develop materials to support teaching & learning. 

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EDCI 56100: Introduction to E-Learning (formerly Computer-Assisted Instruction)
Instructor: Schaffer, Watson 
Prerequisites: EDPS 53000 and either EDCI 27000 or EDCI 56000, or consent of instructor
Recommended Prerequisite: EDCI 57200

This course examines how design and development of instruction are impacted by the use of the computer as delivery system. A primary focus is on effective learning design strategies for computer mediated instruction. Learners will identify and apply effective design with emphasis on project management, planning, and implementation issues. Education or training materials will be developed using authoring tools such as DreamWeaver and Flash. Learners will design an original lesson or unit of instruction for web-based delivery in her/his discipline (storyboard), and will design, implement, and evaluate an online lesson or unit with team members.

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EDCI 56400: Integration and Management of Computers in Education
Instructors: Kim, Richardson, Lehman
Prerequisite: EDCI 27000, EDCI 56000, or consent of instructor

This course is intended for pre-service teachers, in-service teachers, administrators, trainers, and others who use or intend to use computers in educational settings. This course focuses on techniques for and issues related to integrating computers in educational environments. Topics covered stem from literature in the field and include: educational reform, popular computer applications, management issues, information and security issues, and designing educational applications for use in educational settings. Class activities are designed to model educational applications of technology, while class projects allow individuals to develop skills and knowledge in areas of personal need or interest.

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EDCI 56600: Educational Applications of Hypermedia
Instructors: Richardson, Lehman
Prerequisite: EDCI 27000, EDCI 56000, or consent of instructor

This course examines educational applications of hypermedia tools. Fundamentals in the design, development, and evaluation of open-ended, nonlinear computer-based applications in educational settings will be addressed. Incorporation of digitized media (sound, photographs, and motion clips) in hypermedia will be explored. Students will create hypermedia instructional materials. Research findings as well as theoretical approaches supporting the use of hypermedia in teaching and learning activities will be examined.

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EDCI 56800: Educational Applications of the Internet (formerly EDCI 591W)
Instructor: Ertmer
Prerequisite: EDCI 27000, EDCI 56000, or consent of instructor

This course provides an in-depth look at the Internet as a tool for teaching and learning, with focus on student-centered learning activities and environments. Emphasis is given to applying the knowledge and skills necessary to create a Web-based, student-centered lesson/unit that provides diverse learners with opportunities for formal and informal learning. Course content is applicable to both independent and collaborative learning as well as use of the Web as the sole educational delivery system or in combination with other approaches including classroom instruction.

 

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EDCI 57200: Learning Systems Design
Instructors: Schaffer, Watson
Prerequisite: 3 hours of educational psychology or consent of instructor

This course examines the processes of instructional design within a project-based context. how design and development of instruction are impacted by the use of the computer as delivery system.  A primary focus is on the design of effective learning strategies for that are motivating, efficient, and effective. Practical aspects of instructional of learning systems design in the classroom and use in the classroom and workplace are addressed while completing project work.

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EDCI 57300: Instructional Development Practicum (variable credit hours)
Instructors: Newby, Schaffer, Richardson
Prerequisite: EDCI 57200 or equivalent or instructor consent

EDCI 57300 provides supervised field experience in programs involving instructional development activities. Students participate in ongoing projects in the design and development of instructional materials and training programs in business and industry, medical facilities, or other settings deemed appropriate. It is hoped that the course will help students to develop skills in his/her particular field of interest as well as provide a realistic look at the job demands of that field. The purpose of the practicum is to provide students with the opportunity to apply knowledge gained in EDCI 57200 and other instructional development courses with practical field experiences.

 

EDCI 57300: Practicum in Computer Education
Instructor: Richardson
Prerequisites: Admission to the Indiana Computer Education Licensure Program
Prerequisites: Completed coursework (EDCI 56000, 56400, 56100 or 56600, 59100)

The purpose of this special version of the practicum is to provide students with practical field experience and the opportunity to apply and demonstrate knowledge and skills gained in the Indiana Computer Education Licensure Program coursework (EDCI 56000, 56400, 56100 or 56600, 59100) and other instructional development or media courses. Students participate in ongoing projects in the design and development of instructional materials and training programs in K-12 classrooms. There are no regularly scheduled class meetings.  For more information, see the syllabus.

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EDCI 57500: Foundations of Distance Learning (formerly EDCI 591Z)
Instructors: Richardson, Schaffer, Lehman

An introduction to the field of distance learning/education. Examination of basic concepts and principles of distance learning, the theoretical underpinnings of the field, research and application literature, and distance education delivery technologies. A systematic approach to the design, development, delivery, and evaluation of instruction for learners at a distance is emphasized. Special attention is given to Web, course management systems, and video conferencing technologies.

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EDCI 58900: College Teaching Workshop
Instructor: Center for Instructional Excellence

Consideration of appropriate professional problems of experienced educational personnel in workshops or in-service programs. Not available for use on graduate degree programs. The series of ten workshops is sponsored by the Center of Instructional Services. The course provides a basic introduction to essential teaching techniques and skills for college instruction.

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EDCI 59000: Individual Research Problems
Instructors: Staff
Prerequisites: 6 credit hours in PSYC, 6 credit hours in EDU or consent of instructor

This course provides opportunities for students to study particular problems under the guidance of a member of the faculty. This plan of individualized instruction may be used in any field of education or vocational education; does not include thesis work.

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EDCI 59100: Computer and Video Game Design for Education
Instructor: Watson

An introduction to the design of educational computer and video games. The focus of the course is 1)the learning, instructional design, and game design theories which can inform the design of effective and engaging educational computer and video games, and 2) how to apply those theories within practical settings. Key theories are introduced through course readings and discussion. Students will play and analyze educational games outside of the classroom. Students will apply the theories through the design of their own educational computer or video games.

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EDCI 59100: Human Performance Technology
Instructor: Schaffer

This course provides an introduction to the field of human performance technology (HPT).  It examines basic concepts and principles of human performance, the theoretical underpinnings of the field, research and application literature, and various approaches to solving human performance problems.  A systematic approach to the analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation of performance improvement interventions within organizations is emphasized. The goals of the course are to provide students with the foundational and working knowledge necessary to initiate steps toward becoming a professional in the field of performance technology. Students explore various topics of the field, including having a hands-on experience with a real project.

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EDCI 59100: Instructional Technology Assessment and Evaluation
Instructors: Schaffer, Richardson

This course explores principles and techniques that can be used to carry out evaluations within an organization. In particular, the course will examine several aspects of conducting evaluations: planning and designing an evaluation, developing appropriate instruments, using various methods to collect information, analyzing information obtained from those methods, and communicating results and recommendation. This course is designed to help learners understand the multiple ways that evaluation is used in instructional systems, and provide opportunities to design various types of evaluation instruments. Approximately one half of the course will be dedicated to the study of learner assessment, and the remaining half of the course will be dedicated to the study of program evaluation.

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EDCI 59100: Motivation and Instructional Design
Instructor: Newby

This course has been designed to provide an in-depth study of motivation as one of the fundamental variables underlying human learning, behavior, and instructional design. The focus of the course is on two areas:  1) theories of motivation and the general principles that have contributed to the field of instructional design, and 2) how those principles are selected and applied within practical design settings.

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EDCI 59100: Leadership and Management in Educational Technology
Instructors: Campbell, Lehman

This course addresses the fundamentals of leadership and management of educational technology in a K-12 setting. Students will explore and evaluate computer hardware, software, networks and lab management, including how they fit into education. This course is design to provide perspectives on organizational leadership of educational technology, as well providing future teachers with the ability to troubleshoot basic problems often associated with computers and software in the classroom.

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EDCI 59100: Learning Theories and ID (course equivalent of EDPS 538 - School Learning)
Instructors: Newby, Watson

This course has been designed to help you learn how theories of human learning and motivation can be applied to the instructional process in order to make the process more effective, efficient, and/or appealing. The focus of the course is on two areas: 1) the theoretical principles that have contributed to the field of Instructional Design (ID), and 2) how those principles can be applied within practical settings.

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EDCI 62700: Current Topics in Educational Technology (formerly 591C)
Instructors: Staff

This is a special topics course that involves group study of a current problem or special topic of interest to professional educational personnel. Intensive study of research, theory, or practical aspects of a particular issue within the usual graduate class format. Past topics have included: Research of Online Learning Environments, Service Learning and ID, Strategic Evaluation.

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EDCI 66000: Seminar in Educational Technology (variable credit hours)
Instructors: Staff
Prerequisites: Successful completion of 6 credit hours of 50000 and/or 60000-level educational technology courses, or consent of instructor

This seminar is designed to be experiential where students learn about the applications of instructional design and educational technology in K-12 and higher education settings, corporate and R&D environments, and consulting. In addition, students are engaged in discussions with EdTech faculty about topics related to the program and program requirements, such as comprehensive exams and the portfolio.

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EDCI 66100: Computer Curriculum Design
Instructor: Robert Rivers (Purdue Calumet only)
Prerequisite: EDCI 56100 or consent of instructor

Course examines role of microcomputers in elementary and secondary school curriculum. Emphasis is placed on developing curricula for computer literacy, computer programming, and computer applications within subject matter areas. Students develop and evaluate computer curriculum projects based on these areas.

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EDCI 66300: Interactive Video and Multimedia
Instructor: Lehman
Prerequisites: EDCI 56100 and EDCI 57200 or consent of instructor

This course examines interactive video and multimedia: what it is, hardware and software requirements, and related research, and design and development techniques. Students produce digital video and examine delivery platforms for interactive multimedia including optical discs (e.g., CD-ROM, DVD) and the Web. Students apply instructional design processes and principles to design and develop interactive multimedia courseware with embedded video. Popular computer authoring tools are utilized. Incoming students should be conversant with instructional design and computer courseware design. Course evaluation is based upon development projects, exams, and homework assignments.

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EDCI 66400: Computer Courseware Design
Instructor: Schaffer
Prerequisites: EDCI 56100 and EDCI 57200 or consent of instructor


This course has been designed to facilitate a community of practice related to the design of multimedia for learning. Students examine aspects of software and instructional design, the theoretical underpinnings of design applications, and various approaches to solving design problems. The course uses Stanford University's P5BL approach to design, i.e., Problem- Project- Product- Process- People-Based Learning.  

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EDCI 67000: Ed Tech Integrated Project
Instructors: Staff
Prerequisite: Admission by consent of instructor

This course is for non-thesis master's degree students in Educational Technology and is an individual study by students that examines current issues and problems in educational technology. Projects in current practice and research are selected and pursued under the guidance of the student's advisor. During the next-to-last semester, the student enrolls for 1 credit of EDCI 67000 in order to create a proposal for his or her integrated project. During the final semester, the student enrolls for 2 credits of EDCI 67000 to complete the integrated project. Students complete the project under the direction of their graduate committees. (Read the Integrated Project Guidelines).

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EDCI 67200: Advanced Practices in Learning Systems Design
Instructor: Ertmer
Prerequisite: EDCI 57200 or consent of instructor

This course comprises a case-based approach to learning instructional design (ID) skills. Students in EDCI 67200 engage in authentic design activities via participation in a community of practice. Activities include co-analyzing instructional design problems, working with diverse teams and individuals, creating real instructional design products or cases, and giving and receiving constructive feedback.

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EDCI 67300: Issues/Methods in Educational Technology Research
Instructors: Ertmer, Richardson. Strobel
Prerequisites: PSY 50000, EDPS 53300, or equivalent courses or consent of instructor

This course is designed to induct novices into educational technology research practice.  The primary goal of this course is to prepare you for future independent research endeavors (including the completion of masters? and doctoral theses) through direct participation in the entire research process, from designing and conducting a research study to synthesizing and presenting the results in written and oral formats.  In addition, it is expected that these skills will be situated within the context of issues that are relevant to the field of Educational Technology.

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EDCI 67400: Foundations of Instructional Design Theory
Instructor: Newby
Prerequisites: EDPS 53000, EDPS 53300, and EDCI 57200 or consent of instructor

This course is designed to continue exploration into instructional theories and their applications. The focus will be on theory application based on discussions, observations, and personal experience of the students. Attempts will be made to identify instructional problems, assess possible solutions, and craft effective answers. The readings, assigned and participant generated, will be sources of information while the discussions and assignments will foster practical application of the theories. It will be particularly interesting to see the evolution of instructional design theories and possibly attempt to predict the future direction of ID theories. How have the theories influenced each other?

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EDCI 67500: Instructional Strategies
Instructor: Newby, Watson 
Prerequisites: EDCI 572 and EDPS 530, or consent of instructor

The purpose of this course is three-fold.  First, to introduce you to specific instructional strategies, techniques, and approaches that can be used to impact learning effectiveness, efficiency, and appeal.  Moreover, to examine research on when, why, and how they are most optimally utilized.  Second, to demonstrate, discuss, and contrast cognitive (versus more behavioral) models of instructional design. Finally, to apply the strategies and approaches within a cognitive ID model to develop a unique set of instructional materials.

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EDCI 69500: Internship in Education (variable credit hours)
Instructors: Staff

A special course designed to provide practical field experience under professional supervision in selected situations related to the candidate's area of specialization. Amount of credit to be determined by nature and extent of the assignment; instructor approval is required.

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EDCI 69800: Research MS Thesis (variable credit hours)
Instructors: Staff

A special course designed to provide research opportunities related to the student's designation of conducting a MS thesis; conducted under professional supervision in selected situations related to the candidate's area of specialization. Amount of credit to be determined by nature and extent of the assignment; instructor approval is required.

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EDCI 69900: Research PhD Thesis (variable credit hours)
Instructors: Staff

A special course designed to provide research opportunities related to the student's dissertation process which is conducted under professional supervision related to the candidate's area of specialization. Amount of credit to be determined by nature and extent of the assignment; instructor approval is required.

 

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