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This module is designed to provide an overview of the components essential for effective teaching in Information Communication Technology (ICT). Key topics include course requirements, syllabi, and resources like textbooks and online platforms. Instructor Dr. Patti Abraham, an experienced educator, will lead the course, focusing on developing middle school students' computer literacy and instructional design. Participants will also explore professional standards and requirements for teachers, as well as engage with peers through a discussion board to foster collaboration and learning.
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Module 1--Introductions • The goal of this module is to introduce the components of Information Communication and Technology. These components include: • The teacher of this course • Students in the course • Course Requirements • Syllabus • Textbook • My Course website • The ICT I curriculum and lab environment • Middle school teacher requirements and professional organization • Research for teaching in the middle school • Middle school student characteristics • E-Reference Manual
Teacher of the Course Dr. Patti Abraham • Educator for 35 years • Vocational business teacher, Starkville HS • Professor, Technology Education, MSU • Director, Research and Curriculum Unit, MSU • Retiree and part-time instructor, MSU • My interests/passions • Middle school computer literacy • Online education • Instructional design
My family • 3 grown sons • Wife of Dr. Jimmy Abraham, Director of Alumni Association
Students in the Course Go to the Discussion Board to meet your classmates.
Course Requirements • Syllabus • Textbook • IC3 certification • Keyboarding Proficiency • Methods course requirement
ICT Curriculum and Lab Specs http://www.rcu.msstate.edu/Curriculum/CurriculumDownload.aspx
Teacher Licensure • Add on endorsement • Must already be certified teacher • Must be computer literate (pass IC3) • Must be Certified in Online Learning (COOL) • Must type 30 net words per minute using the touch method • Must successfully complete Methods course or MDE training.
Research from the field http://www.amle.org/Research/ResearchSummaries/tabid/115/Default.aspx
E-Reference Manual http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hfh2vrgvdIQ&feature=player_embedded
Wordpress Blogs http://wordpress.com/#!/my-blogs/
Weebly http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6iqVxaALas&feature=player_embedded