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Description:
We hear a lot about Web 2.0, but what does it really mean? In this course, we will explore innovative websites and powerful new online resources for sharing and communication. These tools turn the Internet into a truly revolutionary place to help you and your students interact with each other and the world. See how things used to work, and contrast that with a whole new way to do things online – then get a glimpse of where the Internet is headed in the 21st Century. Although specific new resources appear every day, this class explores the latest tools for things like wikis, social bookmarking, photo and video sharing, professional collaboration and others.
Also, as these tools make computers an ever-increasing part of daily life, being able to use the equipment effectively and efficiently is more important than ever. As part of this course, learn about best practices for Windows file management and essential keyboard shortcuts. Consider risks of viruses and spyware as well as how to protect your computer. Learn to customize your Windows desktop and how to keep your system running at its best.
Pre-requisites:
Basic computer and Internet skills.
Skill Level:
All Levels
Type of course:
In Person
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Use their Windows computers more effectively.
- Protect their computers from viruses and spyware.
- Customize their Windows desktop.
- Manage their digital files.
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Enhance their classroom practice using the web to collaborate with others.
- Share multimedia projects with students and colleagues.
- Understand how emerging web-based tools can be utilized effectively in education.
Credit:
1 hour USOE credit
1 semester hour SUU credit
Points:
14 licensure points
Assignment:
Design an online wiki using the skills developed in class. The wiki should have a curriculum focus and be used to share information with colleagues or students. Develop a plan for incorporating the wiki in an instructional setting or teaching students how they can develop and use wikis for their own learning.
Submit the finished wiki (or sample student product). Include a one page reflective paper discussing how you implemented the wiki in your classroom and the impact it had. The reflective paper must include a summary of the project idea, the relevant state core curriculum standard and a brief discussion of the project’s implementation – what aspects succeeded, and what areas might be improved. Please use a word processor and conventional formatting for your paper.
This class meets the following NETS for teachers:
I. B
II. A,
II. B,
II. C,
II. D,
II. E,
III. A,
III. B,
III. C,
III. D
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