WESTERN WYOMING COMMUNITY COLLEGE

TEACHING WITH TECHNOLOGY ITEC 2360

COURSE SYLLABUS
Spring 2015
Instructor: Aaron Jensen
Office: 1342
Contact Information: aajensen@wwcc.wy.edu or (307) 382-1776
Office Hours: MW 10-11:30 am, TTH 11-1:30 pm; additional appointments scheduled as
needed. You can also reach me at any time through email.
Credits: 3-semester hour
Meeting times: All online
Prerequisite: EDCI 1000 with a C or better, other Introductory Education Course, or
Instructor Permission.
Transferability: Transfers to UW as ITEC 2360, to Regis University and VCSU as the
requirement for Technology for Educators, and may transfer to other universities. Keep this
course outline for future transferability issues with other schools
Required Texts: Transforming Learning with New Technologies by Robert Maloy, Ruth-Ellen
Verock-OLoughlin, Sharon Edwards, and Beverly Woolf. 2nd Edition. AND Web 2.0 How-to for
Educators by Gwen Solomon and Lynne Schrum.
The instructor may require additional readings. These will be announced and supplied by the
instructor as needed.
Course Description: This course introduces students to effective utilization of computers and
other instructional technologies for instruction; sofware/hardware selection; integrated,
professional, and instructional applications as applied to all areas and levels of P-12 education.
We will discuss issues, engage in activities, and complete assignments related to the use of
classroom technology.
Course Procedure: This is a Flipped-learning course that utilizes projects to facilitate learning.
Flipped learning differs significantly from traditional college courses. Students will be given
situations in which they will be required to find adequate solutions and present their solutions to
other students, the professor, and possibly other education professionals. Much of this work will
be done outside of class. The Flipped in this course is that students will be expected to read,
research, and learn the material for the course on their own. Course time will be spent discussing
course topics and working on projects. This will allow students to have assistance when learning
and exploring new technologies.
You should plan on spending at least 7-9 hours per week on this course in addition to the
class time. This time is spent researching, reading (textbook and other sources), working with
other students, and completing assignments.

During this course you will spend significant time exploring new technologies and
software and understanding how they can be used in education. If you find yourself spending
more than 10 hours a week on this course please contact the instructor.
Prerequisite: EDFD 1000
WWCC GOALS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS & COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Five major goals - WWCC has identified the following as goals for student success Communicate Competently
Retrieve Information
See Issues from Multiple Perspectives
Solve Problems
Develop Life Skills
What students will learn
in this class
(Course Goals):
Design and develop digital
age learning experiences
and assessments.
Plan effective digital
learning experiences that
facilitate and inspire
student learning and
creativity.
Implement strategies to
use digital and interactive
technology to efficiently
and effectively achieve
specific learning goals.
Understand how to use a
wide variety of
technological resources to
engage students in
learning
Understands how content
and skill development can
be supported by media
and technology, and
knows how to evaluate
these resources for
quality, accuracy, and
effectiveness.
Use technology to enhance
their productivity and
professional practice
modeling digital age work
and learning

Which WWCC
Goals will be
addressed:
Develop Life Skills
and See Issues
from Multiple
Perspectives
See Issues from
Multiple
Perspectives

What skills will be measured (Course

Competencies):
Research methodology,
Computer technology (hardware and
software) discovery.

How the skills will

be measured
(Assessment):
Course projects

Research methodology,
Reflective writing
Computer technology (hardware and
software) discovery

Course projects
Course Journals

Solve Problems
Communicate
Competently

Research methodology,
Reflective writing
Computer technology (hardware and
software) discovery.

Course projects
Course Journals

See Issues from

Multiple
Perspectives
Solve Problems

Research methodology
Reflective writing
Computer technology (hardware and
software) discovery.

Course projects
Course Journals

Solve Problems

Research methodology,
Reflective writing
Computer technology (hardware and
software) discovery.

Course projects
Course Journals

Develop Life
Skills,
Communicate
Competently, and
Retrieve
Information.

Research methodology,
Reflective writing
Computer technology (hardware and
software) discovery.

Course projects
Course Journals

Understand the social,

ethical, legal, and human
issues surrounding the use
of technology in K-12
schools. And encourage
students to apply
technology in appropriate,
safe, and effective ways.

Develop Life Skills

Retrieve
Information

Research methodology,
Reflective writing
APA formatting

Course projects
Course Journals
Research Paper

Methods of Instruction: lectures, class discussions, project based activities, individual presentations. The
interactive nature of this course requires students to come to class everyday prepared to work, participate,
having completed the appropriate coursework.
Late Work:
Course work is expected to be completed when required; however I understand that sometimes life happens.
Most work may be turned in late but will receive significant point deductions. I will accept no work more
than 1 week late unless otherwise arranged with the instructor before the assignment due date!
Presentations cannot be completed late. Those unable to participate in some way the day of the
presentation will receive a 0% for that presentation.
Attendance:
Attendance to class is very important. Every day absent will reduce your attendance score by 10 points.
WWCC excused absences (sports, etc.) are exempt from this policy as are absences due to sicknesses (with
a doctors note).
Tardiness to class will also reduce your attendance score.
Methods of Evaluation:
Grading Policy-There is a possible 800 total points and divided as follows:

Digital Story
Diijo
Google Ninja
Webquest
Education Blog
Technology research paper
Poster Presentation
Research Journals 10 points/week
Attendance
Professional Portfolio (final)

50 pts
30 pts
100 pts
100 pts
30 pts
100 pts
50 pts
- 140 pts
100 pts
100 pts

Grading Scale 90 - 100% = A

80 - 89.9% = B
70 - 79.9% = C
60 - 69.9% = D
Below 59 % = F

Incomplete Policy:
The grade of I (Incomplete) may be given after the mid-point of the course when unexpected
circumstances, such as illness or military service, make it impossible for a student who is passing the course

with a C or better at the mid-point of the course to complete the remaining work by the end of the semester.
The purpose of an incomplete, therefore, is not to repeat the entire course but to complete no more than 50%
of the work. It is the students responsibility to initiate this process, but an Incomplete is assigned solely at
the instructors discretion. Check the College Catalog for the entire policy.
Appropriate Student Behavior: One of the Colleges goals is to See Issues from Multiple Perspectives.
Therefore, part of this class will involve hearing and reading perspectives different from your own.
Everyone in class has a right to learn and express their views in a comfortable environment, so please be
considerate of others' rights to hear, take notes or exams, express their ideas and participate in the class.
College policy 5420A states that "the College can immediately suspend or dismiss a student for disciplinary
reasons if the college considers the student's actions detrimental to its educational purposes."
Students with Special Needs: It is the responsibility of the student who qualifies for specific
accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) who wishes to seek services, to contact
Disability Support Services (DSS) each semester to apply for accommodations. The DSS Specialist can be
reached at (307) 382-1806, or via e-mail at kflaim@wwcc.wy.eduThe DSS office is in Room 2015 within the
Student Development Center. The DSS office will provide information regarding appropriate
accommodations to the instructor of this course.
Changes to the Syllabus: The schedule and procedures in this syllabus/outline are subject to change in the
event of extenuating circumstances. Students will be notified of any changes.
Student Resources: A variety of resources are available for students, including both on-line or face-to-face
methods.
LibraryThe library is accessible either on-campus in Rock Springs or via on-line through Mustang
Cruiser. All students whether on-campus or at a distance need to obtain library access by acquiring either a
WWCC student ID card or a WWCC Hay Library card which can be obtained by either coming on campus
or through the link on the Hay Library homepage. The library offers access to thousands of database
journals, e-books, and other library resources as well as inter-library loan capabilities.
SmarthinkingOnline Tutoring: Western Wyoming Community College is now offering each student 15
free hours of online tutoring. To log on to this service click on the Smarthinking tab within your Mustang
Cruiser account. The first time you enter, you will be asked to set up your profile so that time and usage can
be monitored. You will be able to ask questions and get help in all academic areas such as math, accounting,
biology, chemistry, economics, and writing. If you are writing an essay for a class, you can submit an
electronic copy of the essay and receive feedback from tutors outlining ways that you can improve your
writing. Take advantage of this service; it is a useful tool for students at Western. Smarthinking services are
free of charge to students.
Peer Tutor CenterAll tutors in the center have been referred to tutor in specific classes by instructors in
those areas. They have taken the class, passed with at least a B, and have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
We do check each semester to make sure they meet and maintain these requirements. They can set up
individual tutor appointments or they can work with a group. Tutoring services are free of charge to students.

Learning Center Learning Centers are located on both the Rock Springs and Green River campuses, and
offer a wide variety of college-prep and college level courses in an atmosphere of individualized instruction.
ABE, GED, and ESL courses and services are also available through the Learning Center.
Writing LabFrom 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. M-TH the Learning Center (Rock Springs) is available to help any
student from any discipline with writing issues. This can be grammar, documentation, etc. They do not edit
papers but help students with specific issues related to writing papers. Additionally, they can work with
students on isolated skills they might be struggling with (without registering them for a credit)

Tentative Class Schedule

Date
Weekly Reading and Journal/Discussion Topics
Jan.
Journal:
READING:
13 &
21st Century
LNT Ch. 1
15
Technology & Skills
Jan.
READING:
Journal:
20 &
WEB 2.0 Intro.
The Important C
22
Jan.
READING:
Journal:
27 &
LNT Ch. 2 & Web Ch.
Digital D
29
4
Journal:
Feb
READING:
Resources for Improved
3&5
LNT Ch. 3 + ITSE-T
Learning
Feb.
Journal:
READING:
10 &
Growing and Leading with
LNT Ch. 6
12
Technology
Feb.
Journal:
READING:
17 &
Information Retrieval and
LNT Ch. 5
19
Digital Ethics
Feb.
Journal:
READING:
24 &
Growing and Leading with
LNT Ch. 7
26
Technology
READING:
Journal:
March
David Thornburg:
Creating and Maintaining
2&5
Campfires in
Cyber-Campfires
Cyberspace
SPRING BREAK
March
READING:
Journal:
17 &
LNT Ch. 9 & Web Ch.
PowerPoint and Video
19
6
March
READING:
Journal:
24 &
Kathy Schrock
Digital D:
26
Website (Digital
Pod/Vod/Screen casts

PROJECTS
GOOGLE NINJA
GOOGLE NINJA
GOOGLE NINJA
DIIJO
WEBQUEST PLAN
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP &
PLAGERISM
WEBSITE EVALUATION

WEBQUEST

DIGITAL STORY PLAN

DIGITAL STORY

Mar/A
pr
31 & 2
April
7
April
14 &
16
April
21 &
23
April
28 &
30
May
5&7

Stories)
Web Ch. 3
READING:
LNT Ch. 8 & Web Ch.
1

Journal:
Social Media

BLOGS

READING:
Web Ch. 5

No Journal

RESEARCH TOPIC &

BUILDING YOUR
PROFESSIONAL
NETWORK

READING:
LNT Ch. 10

Journal:
Using Assistive
Technologies to Engage
all Learners

ARTICLE REFERNECES &

CITATIONS

READING:
None

Journal:
Peer Rough Drafts

RESEARCH PAPER &

PEER REVIEW

READING:
LNT Ch. 12

Journal:
Technology Integrated
Classroom

POSTER PRESENTATION

CREATING AN
EDCUATIONAL
PORTFOLIO

POSTER PRESENTATIONS

Final Exam!

Professional Portfolio