Online Courses Handbook 2003

161706 v.4 Graduate Diploma in Educational Computing

Introduction
This course develops knowledge and skills for the design, development, and evaluation of computer software and hardware. The primary emphasis is on the use of the computer in schools and other instructional settings. This a special course offered primarily to international students.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is of one year full-time duration or equivalent part-time.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

11350 v.2 Ed 513 - Computers in Learning 3.0 25.0

SELECT 3 OPTIONS 75.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

SELECT 4 OPTIONS 100.0

100.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

3801 v.7 Ed 443 - Introductory Computing for Teachers 3.0 25.0

6308 v.6 Ed 680 - Foundations of Educational Research 3.0 25.0

10133 v.5 Ed 457(Q) - Using the Internet in Schools 3.0 25.0

10134 v.4 Ed 458 - Using Computers in the Classroom 3.0 25.0

11351 v.2 Ed 514 - Programming Applications in Education 3.0 25.0

11352 v.2 Ed 515 - Computer Graphics and Animation for Courseware 3.0 25.0

11353 v.2 Ed 516 - Computer Managed Learning 3.0 25.0

11354 v.2 Ed 517 - Database Design for School Administrators 3.0 25.0