Syllabus for IDT 7052/8052: Instructional Technology and the Learner

• Spring 2010. Mondays, 5:30 to 8:30 P.M. Ball Hall 307A
• Instructor: Trey Martindale, Associate Professor
• 421C Ball Hall (901) 870-6926
• emartndl@memphis.edu http://teachable.org
• Instructional Design & Technology program, College of Education, The University of Memphis

Description

This course provides students with a comprehensive overview of the field of instructional design and technology. Topics include: the history and critical issues of the field; a description of instructional design; applications of instructional technology, and associated areas of research.

Objectives

The learner will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the scope of the field of instructional design and technology, including the major historical events and current trends.
• Demonstrate an understanding of leading instructional technologists and the areas of the field they with which they are associated.
• Synthesize research relative to the field of instructional design and technology.

Prerequisites

• Required: None
• Recommended: IDT 7060/8060

Required Books and Resources

• Reiser, R. A. and J. V. Dempsey (2007). Trends and issues in instructional design and technology. Upper Saddle River, NJ, Merrill Prentice Hall. ISBN: 0131708058
• Supplemental texts and assigned readings as determined by instructor.

Required Software

• You will need consistent access to the Internet, and to modern productivity software such as word processors, spreadsheets, presentation apps, etc.. Possibilities include:
• Open Office – Free client-based applications (http://www.openoffice.org)
• Microsoft Office
• Zoho – Free online tools (http://www.zoho.com)
• Google Documents – Free online tools (http://documents.google.com)
• Star Office – (http://www.sun.com/software/star)
• iWork – (http://www.apple.com/iwork)

File Storage

You are strongly encouraged to use a USB flash drive to store electronic files when working on campus. UM Drive is also a viable storage option for your files. (https://umdrive.memphis.edu).

eCourseware

The instructor may use eCourseware at http://elearn.memphis.edu.

Assessment Procedures

The University of Memphis Graduate School recognizes and expects exemplary course work. To this end, the grade of "B" represents the benchmark for this course. It indicates that the learner has demonstrated competency in the subject matter of the course, has fulfilled all course requirements, has a clear grasp of the full range of course materials and concepts, and is able to present and apply these materials and concepts in clear, reasoned, well organized and grammatically correct responses whether written or oral. Only students who fully meet this standard AND who demonstrate exceptional comprehension and application of the course subject matter merit a grade of "A." Learners who do not meet the benchmark standard of competency will earn a grade of "C" or lower. They, in effect, have not met graduate level standards. Where this failure is substantial, the learner will earn a grade of "F."

Criteria for each assignment will be made available in our virtual class well in advance of the corresponding deadline(s). Points awarded will be based on fulfilling the specific criteria for each assignment. Rubrics and checklists will be frequently used to determine student achievement. All required assignments will be given a specific grade. Grades will be computed using the following scale:

A = 90% - 100%
B = 80% - 89%
C = 70% - 79%
D = 60% - 69%
F = Below 60%

Course Policies

• Be respectful
• Participation is required in all activities.
• Become familiar with using eCourseware.
• Communication with the instructor and other students is required.
• Keep abreast of course communications (calendar, email, discussion boards, etc.).
• Address technical problems immediately by contacting the UM IT Help Desk at (901) 678-8888 or by visiting http://umhelpdesk.memphis.edu.
• Observe course etiquette/netiquette at all times.
• Keep all written communication (email, discussion boards, blogs, etc.) professional. The correct use of capitalization, grammar, spelling, punctuation, etc. is always expected in this course. Abbreviated Internet jargon or computer shorthand is not acceptable.
• Turn work in by the deadline. Late work will not be accepted.
• All assignments are expected to be electronically submitted and free of errors.

Writing Standards

All assignments, individual and group, must demonstrate graduate level writing and comply with the format requirements of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), 5th Edition. Careful attention should be given to spelling, punctuation, source citations, references, and the presentation of tables and figures.

Attendance

Attendance and participation in all class activities (face-to-face and online; such as meetings, chat sessions, email, discussion boards, etc.) are expected. All assignments are also expected to be turned in by the due date. Absences and/or unsatisfactory participation will adversely affect your final course grade. If it is necessary to miss a class/activity, please inform the instructor of your absence BEFORE the scheduled class meets. You are responsible for all material covered when absent.

Incompletes

Incompletes will only be given in extreme cases of hardship, and solely at the discretion of the instructor. All Incompletes are subject to one full letter-grade reduction.

Doctoral Students

Doctoral students are required to complete additional course work, including but not limited to readings and more extensive assignments.

Americans with Disabilities Act

The University of Memphis does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as
specified by federal laws and regulations. Any student who may need class or test accommodations based on the impact of a disability is encouraged to contact me privately at the beginning of the semester to discuss your specific needs.
Students with disabilities should also contact Student Disability Services (SDS) at 110 Wilder Tower, 678-2880. SDS coordinates reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Contact will then be made by that office
through the student to the instructor of this class. The instructor will then be happy to work with the student so that a reasonable accommodation of any disability can be made. Further information is available at the SDS’ website:
http://saweb.memphis.edu/sds.

Academic Misconduct

All work in this class should be original, demonstrate graduate level writing, and comply with the format requirements of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), 5th Edition. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Plagiarism includes, but is not limited to, the use, by paraphrase or direct quotation, of the published or unpublished work of another person without full or clear acknowledgment. It also includes the unacknowledged use of materials prepared by another person or agency in the selling of term papers or other academic materials. It is the learner’s responsibility to know all relevant university policies concerning plagiarism. Any documented cases of plagiarism can and will result in dismissal from the course with a failing grade, and may result in other more serious sanctions by the College of Education.

The University of Memphis uses TurnItIn.com as a means of verifying
authenticity and origin of students’ submitted assignments: “Your written work
may be submitted to TurnItIn.com, or a similar electronic detection method, for an evaluation of the originality of your ideas and proper use and attribution of
sources. As part of this process, you may be required to submit electronic as
well as hard copies of your written work, or be given other instructions to follow.

By taking this course, you agree that all assignments may undergo this review
process and that the assignment may be included as a source document in
TurnItIn.com's restricted access database solely for the purpose of detecting
plagiarism in such documents. Any assignment not submitted according to the
procedures given by the instructor may be penalized or may not be accepted at
all.” (UM Office of Legal Counsel, October 17, 2005). If you have questions in
these regards, please see: http://alc.memphis.edu/academic_integrity.htm.

Expectations for academic integrity and student conduct are described in detail
on the website of the Office of Student Judicial and Ethical Affairs
(http://saweb.memphis.edu/judicialaffairs). Please take a look, in particular, at the sections about “Academic Dishonesty,” “Student Code of Conduct and
Responsibilities,” and “Disruptive Behaviors.” I will expect students to be aware of these guidelines and to conduct themselves accordingly.

College of Education Norms

• I take 100% responsibility.
• I seek equity of voice.
• I am willing to talk about sensitive issues.
• I listen for understanding.
• I appreciate the strengths and contributions of others.
• I bring positive energy and encouragement to the team.
• I commit to the mission of the college.

Support of Conceptual Framework

The course objectives will prepare learners to become leaders within the field of instructional design and technology.

Methods of Instruction

The course will include the following instructional strategies: class and small group discussion, demonstrations and presentations, authentic assessment, cooperative/collaborative learning activities, reading and writing assignments,
independent projects, electronic communications and technology integration, and discovery, reflective and inquiry-based learning.

Key Assessments

• Visual Definition of the Field
• Instructional Design and Technology Timeline
• Instructional Design and Technology Researcher Interview