Courses (Including Syllabi and Descriptions)

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Course
(with Syllabi)
Description (Credit Hours)

Foundations (9)

5100:600 Philosophies of Education (3)
Examination of basictional questions that confront society philosophical problems underlying broad educational questions that confront society. Provides foundation for understanding of questions of modern society and education.
OR
5100:604 Topical Seminar in the Cultural Foundations of Education (3)  
(May be repeated for a total of six credits).  Issues and subjects related to study of educational institutions, theories and/or ideas.  Different topics will be offered from section to section.
   
5100:620 Psychology of Instruction for Teaching and Learning (3)
Prerequisite: 210/211 or equivalent.  Current theories and research in the areas of cognition and learning, development, and motivation that underlay approaches to teaching in any context.
OR
5100:624

Educational Psychology (3)
(May be repeated for a total of six credits.  Prerequisite: 250 or equivalent.)
In-depth study of research in selected areas of learning, development, evaluation and motivation.

   
5100:640 Techniques of Research (3)
Research methods and techniques commonly used in education and behavioral sciences, preparation of research reports.  Includes library, historical, survey and experimental research and data analysis.
 
Required Courses (12)
5100:614

Planning for Technology (3)
Research methods and techniques commonly used in education and behavioral sciences, preparation of research reports.  Includes library, historical, survey and experimental research and data analysis.

5100:630 Topical Seminar: Multimedia (3)
(May be repeated for a total of six credits. Prerequisite: 420/520)  Advanced topics related to development, implementation, research and evaluation in C.B.E.  Student involvement emphasized, required.  Knowledge of programming language recommended.
5100:631 Instructional Design (3)
The theory and practice of Instructional Design (ID) involves a systematic approach to the analysis, design, development, evaluation, and implementation of effective instruction.
5100:695 Field Experience (3)
Prerequisites: permission of department chair and instructor.  Area determined in accordance with student's program and professional goals.
 
Electives in Instructional Technology (9-15)
5100:512 Design & Production of Instructional Materials (3)
Design, adaptation and preparation of instructional materials using graphics, transparency production, video equipment, computer authoring software, mounting and laminating processes, photography and other procedures.
5100:520 Introduction to Instructional Computing (3)
Prepares the student in the use of instructional technologies of educational and business settings.  Segments of the course are offered in an outline format.
5100:632 Web-Based Learning Systems (3)
The purpose of this course is to help students become proficient in the design and development of web-based learning systems for training and education.
5100:633 Hyper Media (3)
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to a variety of Hypermedia tools (both web-based and CD-ROM).  Students will also be introduced to a variety of authoring paradigms.
5100:634 Visual Literacy (3)
This course will combine a basic understanding of design principles and concepts with research findings on the use of visuals in the learning process.
5100:635 Emerging Technologies (3)
This course examines emerging technologies (hardware, software, systems) that support teaching/learning, and methods for assessing the utility of any technology used for instructional purposes.
5100:638 Integrating and Implementing Technology (3)
This course is designated to equip teachers with tools, resources, and strategies to support the integration and implementation of effective use of technology in the classroom.
5100:639 Strategies for On-Line Teaching (3)
This course will prepare instructors to make the transition from teaching in a physical classroom to facilitating learning in an increasingly virtual classroom.
5100:696 Technology Project (3)
Prerequisite:  permission of advisor.  Prepare and test a technology learning package that includes any combination of text, graphics, sound, color, motion, and the provision for interaction by the target students.
5100:697 Independent Study (3)
(May be repeated for a total of six credits) Prerequisites:  permission of department chair and instructor.  Specific area of study determined in accordance with student's program and professional goals
5100:705 History & Culture of Technology (3)
(May be repeated for a total of six credits) Prerequisites:  permission of department chair and instructor.  Specific area of study determined in accordance with student's program and professional goals.
5100:742 Statistics in Education (3)
Statistical methods and techniques used in educational measurement and in educational research.  Emphasis on hypothesis testing.
5170:609 Principles of Curriculum Development (3)
Prerequisites:  601 and 5100:640.  This course is intended to help the student develop the performance competencies necessary to engage in curriculum decision making.
5100:698 Thesis Master's Problem Option (3)
Prerequisite:  permission of advisor.  In-depth study of a research problem in education.  Student must be able to demonstrate critical and analytical skills in dealing with problems in educational foundations.
5100:630 Macromedia Director (3)
(May be repeated for a total of six credits. Prerequisite: 420/520)  Advanced topics related to development, implementation, research and evaluation in C.B.E.  Student involvement emphasized, required.  Knowledge of programming language recommended.
Program Total: 30-36 credit hours
 

Information on other University of Akron courses can be found at the Graduate Bulletin

 

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