EDLD 610: VIRTUAL DESIGN AND DELIVERY

EDLD 610 – 4 Credits – CRN 26768

University of Oregon – College of Education – Educational Methodology, Policy and Leadership

Term Syllabus

Offered Every Winter Term

Meeting Days/Time: Four Hours Per Credit

Location: ED 115

Credit Hour Cost: $425

Instructor: / Marilyn Williams, D. Ed
Title / Adjunct Instructor
Department: / EMPL
Phone: / 541 913-9207
E-mail: /
Campus Address: / Use EMPL Department address for postal correspondence
Office Hours: / TBD

DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECTS AND TOPICS EXPLORED

This course is designed for students to work towards a better understanding of the specific technology, instructional modalities and learning environments of virtual schools. Students will explore a variety of instructional design models and create online learning modules that incorporate best practices for online learning.

POSITION IN CURRICULUM

This is a required course for the EMPL M.S. for the specialization area in Educational Technology and Virtual Schools as well as for the proposed Certificate in Online Learning. It may be an elective in some EMPL M.S. programs.

OBJECTIVES

In this course, you will:

  1. Become knowledgeable about virtual schools in the state, nationally, and internationally and analyze how they are being used, to what effect, as well as examine future trends.
  2. Examine a variety of instructional design models and utilize a design process to guide the development of the modules.
  3. Design learning modules to include various components of virtual schools, e.g., LMS templates and prototypes, intellectual property, course blueprinting, alignment with instructional objectives, special needs, inclusion, assessment and student outcomes

TEXTBOOKS & READING MATERIALS

Will be posted on Blackboard

FORMAT

This class includes both synchronous and asynchronous components. Students will

read relevant articles; evaluate examples and work collaboratively to design learning modules. Students will meet on Tuesday evenings, 5:00 – 8:50.

STUDENT ENGAGMENT INVENTORY

·  Undergraduate: 1 credit hour = 30 hours of student engagement

·  Graduate: 1 credit hour = 40 hours of student engagement

STUDENT ENGAGMENT INVENTORY - GRADUATE
Educational activity / Hrs student engaged / Explanatory comments(if any):
Course attendance / 40
Assigned readings/studying for exams / 20
Projects / 100
Writing assignments
Lab or workshop
Field work, experience
Online interaction
Performances, creative activities
Total hours: / 160

STUDENT WORKLOAD EXPECTATIONS

·  In-class: In-class activities including discussion, presentations, work sessions

·  Outside of class: Research, designing module components

OTHER FORMS OF ASSESMENT

Students will be assessed on their finished modules as well as reflections, participation, and homework.

GRADING POLICY

Your final grade for this course will be determined based on attendance/participation in

group work, reflective pieces, and your final modules.

Attendance and Participation = 10%

Reflections = 20%

Module = 70% (See scoring rubric)

Your final grade will be based on the total number of points accrued during the term. There will not be a curve. Final letter grades for the course will be calculated as follows:

A+ / 97-100% / A / 93-96.9% / A- / 90-92.9%
B+ / 87-89.9% / B / 83-86.9% / B- / 80-82.9%
C+ / 77-79.9% / C / 73-76.9% / C- / 70-72.9%
D+ / 67-69.9% / D / 63-66.9% / D- / 60-62.9%
F / < 59.9%
Please note that if this class is taken P/NP,
70% or higher is required to pass the class.

COURSE INCOMPLETES

Students are expected to be familiar with university policy and procedures, which result in failing to complete the course by the end of the term in which it is offered. Please see https://education.uoregon.edu/academics/incompletes-courses.

SCHEDULE OF TOPICS AND ASSIGNMENTS

WEEK / TOPICS
1 / Syllabus and Studio Model
Virtual Platform Intro
·  4 topics and Guided Inquiry Model
Studio
·  Blogs, wikis, websites, Google Docs
Activity
·  Create blog for reflections
2 / Copyright
Topic 1 - LMS/LCMS/Course delivery platforms
·  Virtual platform detail and examples
·  Interoperability
·  Stability
·  Accessibility
Instructional Design Models: Gagne, ADDIE, Dick & Carey, Kemp
Studio
·  Merlot, Edutopia, LiveBinder, del.icio.us
3 / Topic 2 - Copyright
Instructional Design Model Principle 1
·  Gain Attention/Prior or Background Knowledge
Studio
·  Web 2.0 (Voice Thread)
·  Social Media
4 / Topic 3 - Teaching/learning virtual tools
Instructional Design Model Principle 2
·  Clear Learning Targets/Objectives
Studio
·  Audio/Video/Podcasts
5 / Topic 4 Feedback
·  Learning Outcomes in Virtual Schools
·  Effective questioning strategies/reflection/problem-solving
Instructional Design Model - Develop/select instructional materials
Studio
·  Environment
o  Lecture (podcast, VoiceThread)
o  Collaboration (wiki, wallwisher)
o  Discussion (forums, chat)
6 / Topic 5 - Interface
o  Student to content
o  Student to student
o  Student to teacher
Studio
·  Google Docs, Diigo, Webex, Virtual Whiteboard
·  Email, Twitter, IM, discussion board, forum, Skype
·  Supported work session
7 / Instructional Design - Diversity
Studio
·  Supported Work Session
8 / Dry run – present modules for feedback
9 / Instructional Leadership: Jigsaw activity
Studio: Supported work session
10 / Virtual Design Presentations
11 / Final Exam period only if a course day cancels.

Please note: class schedule is tentative and subject to change.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Attendance at all class and discussion groups is required.

ABSENCE POLICY

Students must contact the instructor in case of illness or emergencies that preclude taking quizzes as scheduled or attending class sessions. Messages can be left on the instructor's voice mail or e-mail at any time of the day or night, prior to class. If no prior arrangements have been made before class time, the absence will be unexcused.

If you are unable to take a quiz or exam due to a personal and/or family emergency, you should contact your instructor or discussion leader as soon as possible. On a case-by-case basis, the instructor will determine whether the emergency qualifies as an excused absence.

ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT POLICY

All students are subject to the regulations stipulated in the UO Student Conduct Code (http://conduct.uoregon.edu). This code represents a compilation of important regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to student life. It is intended to inform students of their rights and responsibilities during their association with this institution, and to provide general guidance for enforcing those regulations and policies essential to the educational and research missions of the University.

CONFLICT RESOLUTION

The mission of the College of Education is to “Make educational and social systems work for all.” Several options, both informal and formal are available to resolve conflicts for students who believe they have been subjected to or have witnessed bias, unfairness or other improper treatment. Within the College of Education, you can contact: Ron Beghetto, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs: (541) 346-1534, or , or Surendra Subramani, Interim Diversity coordinator (541) 346-1473, or .

Outside the college, you can contact:

UO Bias Response Team: 346-1139 or http://bias.uoregon.edu/

UO Conflict Resolution Services 346-0617 or http://uodos.uoregon.edu/SupportandEducation/ConflictResolutionServices/tabid/134/Default.aspx

UO Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity: 346-3123 or http://aaeo.uoregon.edu/

DIVERSITY

It is the policy of the University of Oregon to support and value diversity. To do so requires that we:

·  Respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals.

·  Promote a culture of respect throughout the university community.

·  Respect the privacy, property, and freedom of others.

·  Reject bigotry, discrimination, violence, or intimidation of any kind.

·  Practice personal and academic integrity and expect it from others.

·  Promote the diversity of opinions, ideas and backgrounds, which is the lifeblood of the university.

DOCUMENTED DISABILITY

Appropriate accommodations will be provided for students with documented disabilities. If you have a documented disability and require accommodation, arrange to meet with the course instructor within the first two weeks of the term. The documentation of your disability must come in writing from the Disability Services in the Office of Academic Advising and Student Services. Disabilities may include (but are not limited to) neurological impairment, orthopedic impairment, traumatic brain injury, visual impairment, chronic medical conditions, emotional/psychological disabilities, hearing impairment, and learning disabilities. For more information on Disability Services, please see http://ds.uoregon.edu/

EXPECTED CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR

Classroom expectations include:

q  Participating in class activities

q  Respecting the diversity of cultures, opinions, viewpoints in the classroom

q  Listening to fellow students, professors, and lecturers with respect

q  Arriving on time, prepared for class

q  Attending for the duration of class; not reading other materials, books, newspapers

Racist, homophobic, sexist, and other disrespectful comments will not be tolerated.

GRIEVANCE

A student or group of students of the College of Education may appeal decisions or actions pertaining to admissions, programs, evaluation of performance and program retention and completion. Students who decide to file a grievance should follow the student grievance procedure, or alternative ways to file a grievanceoutlined in the Student Grievance Policy (https://education.uoregon.edu/academics/student-grievance) or enter search: student grievance.

INCLEMENT WEATHER

In the event the university operates on a curtailed schedule or closes, UO media relations will notify the Eugene-Springfield area radio and television stations as quickly as possible. In addition, a notice regarding the university’s schedule will be posted on the UO main home page (in the “News” section) at http://www.uoregon.edu.
If an individual class must be canceled due to inclement weather, illness, or other reason, a notice will be posted on Blackboard or via email. During periods of inclement weather, please check Blackboard and your email rather than contact department personnel. Due to unsafe travel conditions, departmental staff may be limited and unable to handle the volume of calls from you and others.

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