PowerPoint Games Introduction
Important updates:
1. The WebQuest project due date has been changed to Tuesday, March 28 at the beginning of class.
2. 9:30 class - The QuestGarden site is still being moved to a new server - it should be up and running by this evening. I will keep an eye on the site and will adjust the due date accordingly if the site remains unavailable for several more days.
3. Final Reflection for WebQuests - due Tuesday, March 28 (bring a printed copy to class).Part of your WebQuest assignment is to complete two reflections and a peer review. These questions comprise the 2nd required reflection. Please open the attached Word document and respond to the questions.
4. Class will not meet on Thursday, March 23.
PowerPoint Games
Addressing learning styles is important when designing activities to teach content standards. Inspiration and Kidspiration software allow an educator to do just that -- by addressing needs of visual learners. Technology also allows educators to respond to various learning theories - from behaviorism to constructionism. With WebQuests, we looked at an example of constructivism. Today we'll talk about PowerPoint games: what they are and how they help students construct their own knowledge -- constructionism.What were your favorite games? What characteristics made them your favorite? What experience do you have with instructional games? Are the characteristics of your favorite games found in most instructional games? How can PowerPoint be used to create an instructional game for your subject area?
It's important to know a little bit of background on the PowerPoint games project before we begin. Dr. Lloyd Rieber - a professor in my department - wrote a paper on this very topic that is an interesting read. Many EDIT 2000 students have created their own games and more and more K-12 classrooms are using PowerPoint games as a way to address content standards through constructionism. I'll share some stories from these projects in class. You'll want to view some sample games from the Homemade PowerPoint Games website and from student portfolios from previous semesters.After viewing several, you'll want to get started on your game. You'll need to look over the project assignment and and complete the game outline sheet distributed during today's class - this is due at the beginning of class on Tuesday.
Technology Integration Certificate Information
The Interdisciplinary Certificate Program is designed for pre-service teachers to encourage:(1) practical and developmental knowledge of technology within a(2) framework of service to the community by working with practicing teachers solving pedagogical problems and a (3) global, multinational and multicultural perspective of technology integrationThe certificate is comprised of four core courses and one elective:Core Course 1: EDIT 2000 – Introduction to Computers for Teachers – 3 creditsThis course will explore technology and its educational applications for preservice teachers, with an emphasis on integrating computer tools into classroom instruction. Students will focus on computer-based educational applications in the areas of instruction, text, and data processing, multimedia, and telecommunications.Core Course 2: EDIT 4150 – Introduction to Computer-Based Education – 3 creditsThe computer, modern technology, and its educational applications. Computer-based education in the areas of instruction, technology integration, multimedia, and new designs for teaching and learning. Philosophical perspectives on the role of modern technology in education.Core Course 3: EDIT 4160 – Design and Development Tools – 3 creditsStudents will learn a variety of tools appropriate for computer-based development. These include graphics, media, and software development tools. Students will be required to write a contract for the specific tools and curriculum materials they choose to learn. Students will work independently learning computer-based tools. In addition, scheduled class time will allow students to self select workshops, collaboration with peers, and assistance opportunities with instructors. This class will employ a mixture of structured learning and independent learning experiences at the discretion of the student. Ultimate performance in the class will be evaluated using a complex rubric that focuses on the major application project that students construct independently.Core Course 4: EDIT 5500 – Technology-Enhanced Learning Environments – 3 creditsStudents will analyze issues in technology integration in the K-12 environment. Specifically, students will perform needs analyses, design and develop curriculum materials and lesson plans based on these needs, and learn to evaluate their own work as well as provide peer feedback to others. This course will require students to perform field-work in partnership with public/educational institutions, non- profit organizations, or any other appropriate agency to apply the concepts learned in this course, following a service-learning format. This partnership will develop technology solutions to challenges in adapting to diversity, learning styles, bridging the digital divide, and other relevant issues. Inherent in this course is the intent to develop lasting solutions and strategies that will have immediate as well as long term pedagogical impacts on teaching practice.Elective options (student will select one elective course):Elective Course 1: EDIT 4600 – Multicultural Perspectives on Technology – 3 creditsInvestigation of the policies, motivations, and beliefs surrounding the use of technology in educational systems around the globe. Students will learn to recognize, analyze, and benefit from different perspectives on the use and meaning of technology in educational contexts.Elective Course 2: EDIT 4170 – Instructional Design – 3 creditsSystematic procedures for designing, developing, evaluating, and revising instruction to meet identified goals and objectives.COURSE ROTATION (all classes open to education majors only):Spring 2006:EDIT 2000 – 10 sections offeredEDIT 4150 – student teachers onlyEDIT 4170 – cross-listed with 6170 – evening courseEDIT 5500 – T/Th 12:30-1:45Summer 2006:EDIT 2000 – 4 sections offeredEDIT 4170 – cross-listed with 6170 – onlineFall 2006:EDIT 2000 – 8 sections offeredEDIT 4150 – student teachers onlyEDIT 4160 – T/Th 9:30-10:45EDIT 4170 – cross-listed with 6170 – evening courseSpring 2007:EDIT 2000 – 10 sections offeredEDIT 4150 – student teachers onlyEDIT 4170 – cross-listed with 6170 – evening courseEDIT 4600 – cross-listed with 6600 – onlineEDIT 5500 – T/Th (time undetermined)
