EDTC+610

=__**EDTC 610: INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY CAPSTONE**__= (5/7-7/1/2012 )

Course Description
Synthesis of work and projects completed throughout the IT degree program. An electronic Portfolio will be developed showcasing work completed to meet NETS-T standards and 21st Century Learning Skills. (3 credits)

Course Prerequisites
This is the final course in the Instructional Technology degree plan; all courses associated with the Instructional Technology degree plan should be completed.

Enduring Understandings

 * Research-based strategies for how to effectively integrate technology into teaching and learning
 * Lifelong learning practices relative to research, professional growth, and application to practice

Course Overview
The Instructional Technology Capstone course is the culminating course in the Instructional Technology master’s degree program. This course focuses on reflection and provides opportunity to hone your reflection skills and your teaching philosophy. Time is provided for completion of a video presentation highlighting your technology skills and portfolio work. Another focus of this course is to refine your portfolio, receive peer feedback, and complete your capstone portfolio for final submission. A conference call with the facilitator to review your accomplishments and experience throughout the Instructional Technology program concludes the course.

Learning Topics:

 * Learning Topic 1: Capstone Portfolio Project - Requirements and Assessment
 * Learning Topic 2: Reflective Practice
 * Learning Topic 3: Educational Philosophy
 * Learning Topic 4: Submission of Draft Capstone Portfolio
 * Learning Topic 5: Peer and Facilitator Review of Capstone Portfolio Project
 * Learning Topic 6: Application of Peer and Facilitator Review Feedback
 * Learning Topic 7: Final Submission of Capstone Portfolio Project
 * Learning Topic 8: One-to-One, Leadership and Reflection

Field Experiences
This course does not include any field experience requirements.

Required Text
Zeichner, K. M., & Liston, D. P. (1996). Reflective teaching: An introduction. Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Mahwah, NJ. =Assignments Turned In:=