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Integrating Technology into the Curriculum
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Take this online course where participants will learn to transform conventional learning into technology-rich curriculum. Teachers will develop instructional units that integrate technology into the curriculum. Rich experiences and examples modeling the integration of technology are also included. This course addresses the National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers II-VI.
Prerequisites: Basic technology skills are required, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet (Web and email), draw and paint. Optional: multimedia, etc.
What are past participants saying about the course?
I REALLY appreciate the opportunity to take this class in this format! I feel like I learned SO MUCH, and it also met my specific needs for time and place this summer. I registered for this class ONLY because I need it for certification, but it'll go down as one of the best and most practical classes I've ever taken! - Teacher
"I'm so glad I took this class rather than another one I was looking at from a large public university. This component wouldn't have been present. It has been very appropriate and meaningful." - Teacher
"I enjoy all of the suggestions about integrating faith. Having come from public school, that is sometimes challenging." - Teacher
"I think I would place myself on the Adaption stage of the Teachers Stages of Tech Use. But I am at this stage only because last summer I took the integrating Technology into the Curriculum class that AVLN offered. It helped me tremendously."- Teacher who was finishing a second AVLN course.
In the beginning, I found it really tough to find activities for my students to "do" so that I could say we were "using" the new computers. I wasn't really into computers, so I didn't even know where to begin. Fortunately, I took several really great classes (Integrating Technology into the Curriculum, Creating WebQuests and Technology in the Early Elementary Classroom) and the world has opened up for me. Now I am taking technology classes for fun - not just because I need certification! - Teacher
This class and the KidPix class have been the most beneficial to me in my classroom than any other technology classes I have ever taken. This is because the assignments are designed to help me find ways to benefit my particular classroom instruction. It also provides invaluable feedback and sharing of thoughts/ideas with fellow colleagues.
This instructor-led course is completely online. It is organized around 8 weeks of discussion, experiences, and application assignments.
Course Dates: June 19 - July 28, 2006 (Fall 2006 Credit)
Time Commitment: 6-8 hours per week
Recertification
Please note this course has been approved by TDEC for teacher recertification at both levels.Cost: US$250 to be paid to AVLN. (Credit additional cost.) (If you decide to cancel, you must do so by the end of the first week of the class; otherwise you will be charged the full amount.)
Versacare Scholarship for participants from Australia, Bermuda, Canada, Japan, and Western Europe. Participants from these areas pay US$175.
Versacare Full scholarship for all other non-U.S. locations. Participants from these areas pay US$0.
Note: The registration system will automatically give you the scholarship.La Sierra Graduate Credit:
- La Sierra University graduate credit is 3 quarter credits.
US$75 plus US$250 AVLN Course Fee.
Scroll down to register. Then access the credit PDF Form link on the window that appears after you submit your registration.
You request a transcript from LSU a few months after completion of the course.HSI/Griggs University Undergraduate Credit:
- HSI/Griggs undergraduate credit is 2 semester credits.
US$75 plus US$250 AVLN Course Fee.
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A transcript will be sent to you automatically upon completion of the course.Certficate/PAC
- 2 38 clock-hour PAC credits are available.
US$250 AVLN Course Fee.
A certificate will be sent as an email pdf attachment to you after the course. You should submit this to your employer.
Scroll down to register.Instructors: Peter Wallace
What is required of me as a student?
Read the Course Syllabus for detailed information on the course. You should be able to work independently and discipline yourself to complete work in within the timeframe given. The course is offered over eight weeks, and you'll need to commit to six to eight hours a week. Each week you will have assigned readings, various experiences to reflect on, and you'll discuss the readings and experiences with fellow participants.I'm Ready To Sign Up. What Do I Need to Do?
1. Make sure you meet the prerequisites:
- Do you have basic computer skills? Can you save a file and find it again?
- Are you comfortable browsing the Internet?
- Do you regularly use email with a reliable email address?
- Do you have consistent reliable Internet access throughout the duration of the course? (Note: special arrangements can be made for the summer if you are offline on vacation for no more than a week during the course.)
2. Are you sure online learning is for you? Look through this list and determine if you think online learning will work for you.
3. Do you have time for this course? Have you looked at your schedule and determined how you will get 6-8 hours in per week? The course is organized so that best participation includes an hour or two a day Monday through Friday, with the weekends used to catch up if necessary.
Payment:
- Mail check to AVLN, 5421 Covey Court, Lincoln, NE 68516-1876
- OR Pay with secure credit card payment online.
- OR Supply contact information for your employer if your institution is paying.
Please make sure your check or verification letter from your employer arrives by the 2nd week of class. Otherwise, your login will be disabled until your payment arrives.
Withdrawal Refund
If you decide to cancel, you must do so by the end of the first week of the class; otherwise you will be charged the full amount.Certificates and Grades
Please note that course certificates and grades will be sent only when it has been paid for and has been successful completed.K12 Teachers Needing Credit for Recertification: Please check with your union registrar BEFORE you register for the class to find out if you need to take the class for credit. It is very difficult to change this after you have finished the class, because if you need academic credit you'll need to do more work!
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