10134 (v.4) Ed 458 - Using Computers in the Classroom

Area:

Department of Education

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

2.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Prerequisite(s):

3801 (v.7) Ed 443 - Introductory Computing for Teachers or any previous version

Syllabus:

Implementation of computers and software into schools. Technology across the curriculum. Organisational issues. Models of implementation. Principles of the use of computers in the classroom, simulations, adventure games, problem solving, multimedia. Aspects of classroom management of computer facilities, students and technology teaching programs.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will have - Used a constructivist approach to planning to use technology in a variety of teaching and learning environments. Used a variety of technologies in the different modes of technology used model - support, tutorial, link, resource, exploration and control. Planned, developed, and presented projects implementing technology into the classroom considering the Curriculum Framework, Student Outcome Statements/Progress Maps, teaching and learning strategies, resources, organisation and assessment procedures. Developed an awareness of the current research and issues in using technology in education. Utilised appropriate Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for given educational tasks. Developed a paper-based or electronic learning performance portfolio. Developed a webquest and related web pages. Used Powerpoint presentation software to accomplish an educational task. Used communications and productivity tools such as WEBTV, MS Explorer, MS Front page and MS Office. Applied theories of learning in the context of integrating technology into classroom activities. Experienced technology as a problem solving process.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

Bitters, G. and Pierson, M. (2002). Using Technology in the Classroom. (fifth edition). Boston, Allyn and Bacon. Newhouse, p. (2002). Computers in and Online World. [online]. Available www.users.bigpond.com/specialist-ed/cinow.html

Unit Texts:

Shelley, G., Cashman, T., Gunter, R. and Gunter, G. (2001). Teachers Discovering Computers, Integrating Technology in the Classroom. (second edition). Cambridge, Course Technology.

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Multimedia Projects and Curriculum Implementation, Presentation, Developmental Portfolio. This is by grade/mark assessment.

Field of Education:

70300 Curriculum and Education Studies (Narrow Grouping)

HECS Band (if applicable):

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

Essential

Result Type:

Grade/Mark

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	Esperance Community College	Semester 1	Y
2004	Esperance Community College	Semester 2	Y
2004	Kalgoorlie Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Kalgoorlie Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	Northam Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Northam Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	Geraldton University Centre	Semester 1	Y
2004	Geraldton University Centre	Semester 2	Y

Area External	refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central External	refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

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