Fall 2009: August 24 - December 11
3 Credit Online Course
Boise State University, Department of Educational Technology
EDTECH Website: http://edtech.boisestate.edu
Instructor Information
Dr. Chareen Snelson
Phone: (208) 426-2952
E-Mail: csnelson@boisestate.edu
Location: Room 307 of the College of Education Building
Website: http://edtech.boisestate.edu/snelsonc/default.html
Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1:00 - 2:45 (Mountain Time)
Virtual meetings by appointment through GMail Voice and Video Chat. http://mail.google.com/videochat (Works with BroncoMail)
Instructor E-Mail Response Time
I typically respond to e-mail twice per day Monday through Friday during the semester. Exceptions to this rule occur when there is a a holiday, BSU break, or during other unavoidable situations that sometimes come up (e.g. MLK day, spring break, power failure, out of town presenting a paper, etc.). If you send an e-mail during the week you should typically have a reply within 24 hours unless it is late Friday or the weekend. I catch up on weekend e-mail on Mondays. If you do not received a reply to your e-mail within a reasonable period of time please send it again. Sometimes e-mail is captured by SPAM filters, is addressed incorrectly, or just simply does not make it through. Also, check your own e-mail filters that screen out junk mail. In the past, my replies to students have sometimes been filtered out and they did not receive them until they checked the junk e-mail box.
Course Description
A broad-based selection of significant student work that is used to appraise student performance and professional development. A portfolio reflects the depth and breadth of a student’s educational growth since entering the graduate program. Portfolios may include, but are not limited to, classroom examinations, journals, writing samples, publishable scholarship, professional projects, annotated bibliographies, and artistic endeavors. Graded pass/fail. (P/F) only.
Course Goals
- Organize a significant collection of graduate projects, papers, exams, and other evidence of completed coursework into an online portfolio.
- Map assignments to the AECT standards.
- Prepare a video to explain how the portfolio demonstrates professional and educational growth attained during the master’s program.
- Write a reflective paper describing the learning process and how the portfolio demonstrates attainment of major skills, knowledge, and dispositions of the field of educational technology.
- Demonstrate how instructor and peer feedback were used to make improvements to work completed during graduate courses.
- Review peer portfolios and provide feedback.
- Make revisions based on feedback provided through peer and faculty review.
Course Location and Login Information
This is an online course supported by the Blackboard course management system. The login page is located at: http://blackboard.boisestate.edu
Use your BroncoWeb username and password to login to Blackboard. Problems with user name or password not working should be directed to the BroncoWeb Help line (208) 426-BWEB (2932) or bweb@boisestate.edu.
If you experience technical problems with Blackboard please send an email to blackboard@boisestate.edu to request assistance.
When you login to Blackboard look for a link to FA09 - EDTECH592 - Portfolio. This link will become visible on Monday, August 24. This is the first day of the semester.
Course Materials
- Syllabi from all EDTECH courses.
- A copy of the AECT standards. Download at: http://www.ncate.org/public/programStandards.asp?ch=4#AECT
- Course assignments completed during the entire master’s program.
- Copies of rubrics and all feedback provided by instructors and peers.
- Screen recording software for portfolio video. Camtasia or Jing Pro are recommended.
- Computer Microphone or Webcam with microphone for portfolio video.
- A Website to put the portfolio online. This can be on the EDTECH2 server or on the student’s choice of online hosting services.
- Software to create the portfolio Website: For example, Dreamweaver if the portfolio is created on the EDTECH2 server. If an online e-portfolio service is used then software may be unnecessary.
Assignment Policy and Grading Scale
Assignment Information
Detailed information about assignments and how to complete them will be posted in Blackboard. After opening the course site click the Assignments link in the left hand navigation panel to access this information. Please login to Blackboard at least twice per week to read announcements since these can be posted at any time. Also, check your BSU BroncoMail (http://broncomail.u.boisestate.edu/) at least once per week for course related correspondence. For help using your BroncoMail account please see: http://boisestate.edu/helpdesk/email/broncomail/howto.shtml
Preparing the Portfolio for Submission
The portfolio must be entirely online where it can be accessed by any Edtech faculty member. You may use your EdTech2 site, an e-portfolio site, or any other appropriate online space to create the portfolio.
The basic portfolio template is available here: http://edtech2.boisestate.edu/snelsonc/portfolio.html However, you may opt to oganize your in a different way. That is permitted as long as the requirements are met. Your portfolio must include: (1) A video presentation, (2) reflection paper, and (3) a "map evidence to standards" piece that links from the standard to each artifact.
Portfolio Scoring Rubrics
There are two rubrics used to score the portfolio.
1. Self, peer, and instructor review rubric: Use this rubric in class to evaluate your portfolios. You will review your own and one other person's portfolio using this rubric. The instructor will provide each of you with a third review using this rubric.
2. Faculty review rubric. This is a shorter version of the rubric used in class. It is used by a faculty committee to evaluate your final portfolio.
| Grade | How it is Earned |
|---|---|
| P | 70% or greater on the portfolio and completion of both self and peer review |
| F | Below 70% on the portfolio |
| I | Incomplete granted only with departmental approval |
Standards
The assignments in this course have been aligned to the AECT-NCATE Standards for the Accreditation of School Media Specialist and Educational Technology Programs: http://www.ncate.org/public/programStandards.asp?ch=4#AECT
| Major Category | Description |
|---|---|
STANDARD 1 DESIGN |
Candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to design conditions for learning by applying principles of instructional systems design, message design, instructional strategies, and learner characteristics. |
STANDARD 2 DEVELOPMENT |
Candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to develop instructional materials and experiences using print, audiovisual, computer-based, and integrated technologies. |
STANDARD 3 UTILIZATION |
Candidates demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to use processes and resources for learning by applying principles and theories of media utilization, diffusion, implementation, and policy-making. |
STANDARD 4 MANAGEMENT |
Candidates demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions to plan, organize, coordinate, and supervise instructional technology by applying principles of project, resource, delivery system, and information management. |
STANDARD 5 EVALUATION |
Candidates demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions to evaluate the adequacy of instruction and learning by applying principles of problem analysis, criterion-referenced measurement, formative and summative evaluation, and long-range planning. |
Grading Cycle
This is a pass/fail course. There is one grade at the end of the semester.
Late Work
Because of the nature of this course we cannot accept late work.
Technical Difficulties
On occasion, you may experience problems accessing Blackboard or class files located within Blackboard, Internet service connection problems, and/or other computer related problems. Do make the instructor aware if a technical problem prevents you from completing coursework. If a problem occurs on our end, such as Blackboard or EDTECH2 server failure, then a reasonable extension might be granted depending on circumstances.
Reasonable Accommodations
Any student who feels s/he may need accommodations based on the impact of a disability should contact me privately to discuss your specific needs. You will also need to contact the Disability Resource Center at 208-426-1583 located in the Administration Building, room 114 to meet with a specialist and coordinate reasonable accommodations for any documented disability.
Academic Honesty
We will follow the BSU Student Code of Conduct and also observe U.S. copyright laws in this course. Several great links to copyright information are available on the BSU Academic Technologies site at: http://itc.boisestate.edu/resource.htm
Please adhere to the following guidelines:
- The portfolio should be composed of your own original work.
- Images or other media used in the portfolio should be original, used with permission of the owner, or come from the public domain. Please check terms of use on sites containing these items. If in doubt, don't use it.
- Please cite the source for materials that are used in the portfolio unless they are created by you. If permission is granted for use of copyrighted materials please post a statement explaining that near those materials.
In the event of academic dishonesty a complaint is filed with the BSU Student Conduct Office with supporting documentation. This complaint remains on file and actions may be taken against the student (e.g., loss or credit, grade reduction, expulsion, etc.).
Course Schedule
This course is divided into five parts:
Part 1—Assemble the Portfolio: Review course syllabi and collect all assignments completed during the master’s program. Document how peer and instructor feedback was used to make improvements. Map all assignments to AECT standards. Organize all assignments and documentation on a Website. A reflection piece must be included to explain how the portfolio provides evidence of your professional growth and learning in the Master of Educational Technology Program. The reflection piece includes a video and a paper.
Part 2—Self, Peer, and Instructor Review of Portfolios: Use a rubric to review your own portfolio and another person's portfolio. The instructor reviews all portfolios and provides feedback.
Part 3—Prepare for Submission: Make revisions to the portfolios after receiving peer and instructor feedback. Prepare the final version of the portfolio to be submitted to graduate faculty for review. All portfolio documents and supporting materials must be online.
Part 4—Formal Faculty Review: A committee of three graduate faculty will review each portfolio and decide if it passes or fails. The committee will be composed of the portfolio instructor, advisor, and another faculty member. In the situation where the advisor and portfolio instructor is the same person then two faculty members will be selected for that student’s committee. Each committee member will receive links to the portfolios that they will review. The committee members will review the portfolios and provide written feedback along with recommendations for pass or fail. Students will be notified of committee decisions. Feedback will be provided to make corrections to the portfolios.
Part 5—Final Revisions: Students will use the committee feedback to make final revisions of the portfolio. Committee members are provided with an opportunity to check revisions and determine if they are acceptable for a passing portfolio.
What Happens if the Portfolio Fails?
If a student fails the portfolio a letter is sent to the EDTECH Department Chair requesting another chance. If approved, an incomplete is given. The incomplete grade must be resolved the following semester. If permission is not granted to retry or the student fails the portfolio a second time then the final grade for the portfolio becomes an F.
| Week | Start Date | Activities | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1, 2, 3, 4 | Aug 24 | Part 1: Assemble the Portfolio | Sept 22 |
| 5, 6, 7 | Sept 23 | Part 2: Self, Peer, and Instructor Review of Portfolios | Oct 13 |
| 8, 9 | Oct 14 | Part 3: Prepare for Submission | Oct 27 |
| 10, 11 | Oct 28 | Part 4: Formal Faculty Review | Nov 10 |
| 12, 13, 14 | Nov 11 | Part 5: Final Revisions | Dec 8 |
| Thanksgiving Break: November 23 - 29 | |||
| 15 | Dec 9 | Final Revision Information Sent to Faculty Review Committees for Approval | Dec 11 |
Please refer to the BSU Academic Calendar for University dates and deadlines: http://registrar.boisestate.edu/academic-calendar.shtml
Conceptual Framework
College of Education - The Professional Educator
Boise State University strives to develop knowledgeable educators who integrate complex roles and dispositions in the service of diverse communities of learners. Believing that all children, adolescents, and adults can learn, educators dedicate themselves to supporting that learning. Using effective approaches that promote high levels of student achievement, educators create environments that prepare learners to be citizens who contribute to a complex world. Educators serve learners as reflective practitioners, scholars and artists, problem solvers, and partners.
Department of Educational Technology Mission
The Department of Educational Technology supports the study and practice of facilitating and improving learning of a diverse population by creating, using, managing, and evaluating appropriate technological processes and resources. Believing technology is a tool that enhances and expands the educational environment, we promote the use of current and emergent technologies for teaching and learning in a dynamic global society. Educational technologists are leaders and innovators, serving in institutions of higher education, public or private school settings, federal, state, or local educational agencies, and educational organizations in the private sector.