ED 578 Introduction to Computers in Education*   3 CR
Emphasizes the integration of technological resources into primary and secondary classroom settings. Students complete field work in a diverse educational setting. A PC with Microsoft Office and Internet access is required.  [MORE]

*Certificate prerequisite may be waived based on applicant's prior experience, a demonstration of technology skills and/or portfolio review.

Educational Technology Certificate Courses

ED 527 Distance Learning: Methods of Instructional Design   3 CR
Participants develop tutorial courses for use in professional development and P–12 classroom instruction. Methods of instructional design for online learning focus on the delivery of course content, development of supplemental resources and utilization of appropriate assessment techniques. Prerequisite: ED 689 WWW: Curriculum and Instruction  [MORE]

ED 557 Human-Computer Interaction for Educators   3 CR
This seminar course discusses current theory and design techniques related to the development of computer interfaces for P-12 student use. Focus is on cognitive factors such as the amount of learning required and the information-processing load imposed on the user. Participant projects target multimedia software, website development, and/or gaming design. Prerequisite: ED 689 WWW: Curriculum and Instruction or ED 661 Multimedia Design and Programming  [Anticipated Summer 09]

ED 562 Computer Art and Desktop Publishing   3 CR
Introduces the methods for creating, editing, and integrating computer graphics and/or digital images into the P-12 curriculum. No prior art experience is required. A PC with Microsoft Publisher and Internet access is required.  [MORE]

ED 592 Advanced PC Applications in Education: P–12   3 CR
Surveys the technological resources and methods required for P–12 educational practice and administration. Microsoft PowerPoint is used in the development of interactive computer-based training materials. Students complete field work in a diverse educational setting. A PC with Microsoft Office and Internet access is required. Prerequisite: Intermediate PowerPoint skills.  [MORE]

ED 599 Emerging Technologies: PDA   3 CR
Presents an overview of the methods for integrating personal digital assistants (PDAs) into the P-12 curriculum. An assortment of PDAs and software are used in conjunction with scientific probeware and graphing calculators. Participants explore the potential of this technology through hands-on activities and field research.  [MORE]

ED 642 Special Projects in Education Technology   3 CR
This online research course provides advanced practical experience in the implementation and evaluation of computer technology as it relates to the areas of administration, curriculum, and instruction. Participants beta-test the usability of original software programs and/or classroom applications in diverse P-12 classroom settings. Research findings are presented via an on-campus Poster Session. Prerequisites: Completion of any two advanced-level SHU Ed Tech courses in addition to prior instructor permission.  [MORE]

ED 661 Multimedia Design and Programming for Educators   3 CR
Multimedia authoring tools are used for developing educational courseware and exploring its
relationship to P–12 instructional design. Participants produce a product, which supports state educational program goals and is field-tested with a target audience. No prior computer programming experience is required.  [Anticipated Winter 09]

ED 663 Instructional Software and Instruments in Education   3 CR
Provides an overview of educational software for use in P-12 education. Methods for aligning developmentally appropriate software with P-12 student standards and curricular objectives are emphasized. Legal issues relating to software licensing are discussed. Assistive technology software for students with special needs is introduced.  [MORE]

ED 686 Robotics   3 CR (prev. Special Topics)
This seminar course introduces methods for integrating robotics technologies into P-12 classrooms. In collaborative groups, participants use Lego Mindstorms for Schools to build and program a robot that can perform a series of tasks. Activities focus on the development of instructional materials and student assessments that connect robotics to content standards across the curriculum. No prior computer programming experience is required.  [MORE]

ED 689 WWW: Curriculum and Instruction P–12   3 CR
Examines the role of teacher-created website development for a P–12 educational environment. Participants design and publish standard-based, online documents that present curricular information and include links to classroom resources. No prior computer programming experience is required.  [MORE]