Syllabus

** Digital Media Conference: Summer 2008 **
This course will explore how 21st Century Tools are needed to prepare 21st Century Learners. Participants will use technology in a real world context to share knowledge, network with others and communicate. //It is our hope that we demonstrate the power of collaboration as we co-create digital learning objects during the conference this week.//
 * // Meeting Times: // || // 9:00am-4:00pm // ||
 * // Course Location: // || [|Milwaukee County Zoo] ||
 * // Instructor of Record: // || Tammy Stephens tstephens@thestephensgroup.com, 262.327.1012 ||
 * // Other Instructors: // || Tammy Lind, Dick Diener, Joan Roehre, Chad Kafka, Alicia Mundt, Susan Bailey ||
 * Course Description **

In this course participants will: · learn about emerging research in using digital media to impact teaching and learning · explore using real world tools such as podcasting, digital movies, digital photos, creating wikis and distance learning in a real world context · work collaboratively to construct knowledge, social network and use emerging technology to communicate information · actively use 21st Century Learning Skills to meet their knowledge needs


 * Special note: ** //This course is repeatable. If a student repeats this course, the course participant// //submits their previous conference project lesson/unit along with their current conference final lesson/unit to demonstrate growth.//

** Knowledge Base of the College of Education ** The Knowledge Base of the College of Education is built around three strands: Research, Reflection and Practice. These interactive strands are present in Program Outcomes, Student Objectives, Assessments, Class Activities, Individual Assignments and Study Team Assignments.

** Program Standards ** ** The Wisconsin Teacher Standards ** Program Outcomes are tied to the Wisconsin Standards for Teacher Development and Licensure: · ** #1 Teachers know the subjects they are teaching. ** The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the disciplines she or he teaches and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for pupils. · ** #4 Teachers know how to teach. ** The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including the use of technology, to encourage children's development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills. · ** #9 Teachers are able to evaluate themselves. ** The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his or her choices and actions on pupils, parents, professionals in the learning community and others and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally. · ** #10 Teachers are connected with other teachers and the community. ** The teacher fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support pupil learning and well-being and acts with integrity, fairness and in an ethical manner.


 * Measurable Course Objectives (Tied to Wisconsin Teacher Standards):**

Upon successful completion of this course, each student should be able to: 1. Identify uses of digital media which can improve teaching and learning (Wisconsin Teaching Standards #1, #4, #9, #10) 2. Use emerging technology tools to create real world products (Wisconsin Teaching Standard #4) 3. Use technology tools for social networking, constructing knowledge and communicate information (Wisconsin Teaching Standards #9, #10) 4. Understands the need for and demonstrates the use of 21st Century Skills (Wisconsin Teaching Standards #1, #4, #9, #10).
 * __ Methods of Assessment (Tied to Course Objectives) __ : **

Assignments:


 * 1.) Wiki - 50% of final grade **// (tied to objectives 1, 2 & 3) //

Participants will work in a collaborative group with assistance from a Stephens Group Instructor to create part of the wiki around an assigned zoo exhibit. The wiki must include text, hyperlinks, and pictures. All wiki pages need to be professional, be free of spelling and grammar errors and adhere to copyright guidelines. Each group must also embed at least three different widgets into their wiki each. Options include:

The addition of the widget should support content on the page. Breakdown of expectations for wiki components: Because our content will be live on the web, it is very important that we adhere to copyright guidelines. This means that permission must be obtained for any copyrighted content. If Creative Commons content is used, you need to attribute the creator of the file (i.e. say who made it). To see an example, visit this page [ [|http://www.mpm.edu/podcasts/credits.php __] __ ]. Jingles, stingers and sound effects from GarageBand ____ ( __ Mac) may be included without attribution.
 * Video (embedded from [|TeacherTube] )
 * Audio (embedded from [|Odeo] or [|imeem] )
 * Calendar ( [|Google Calendar], [|Airset] , [|30 Boxes] )
 * Spreadsheet ( [|Num Sum], [|Edit Grid] , [|Google Spreadsheets] )
 * RSS Feed
 * Bookmark ( Delicious )
 * Poll ( [|Survey Gizmo] )
 * Document
 * Slideshow ( [|Slide], [|Flicker] )
 * Chat, IM ( [|skype] )
 * Map ( [|Google Maps] )
 * ** Percentage of the grade ** || ** Wiki Component ** || ** Expectations: ** ||
 * 30% || Text || All wiki content needs to be professional, free of spelling and free of grammar errors. All participants must contribute text to the wiki. ||
 * 10% || Pictures || Pictures should be embedded in the wiki. They should enhance and support the content. All participants must post at least one picture to the wiki. ||
 * 10% || Hyperlinks || All embedded links should be working. All participants should embed at least one picture. ||
 * 30% (//10% each)// || Widgets || Each widget should support the content of the wiki page. Each participant must contribute to at least one widget. ||
 * 20% || Copyright || Copyright guidelines must be followed on all content. ||
 * __ Copyright Guidelines: __**

For more information on Copyright, go to our course Wiki at http://mdmc2007conference.wikispaces.com and click on **Ethics and Media**.

** 2.) Participation in G-Cast - 25% of final grade- ** // (tied to objectives 1, 2 & 3) //

Each person will be required to call into the conference G-Cast and record their reflections of each day. What were your impressions, what did you learn?

// (tied to objectives 1, 2 & 3) //
 * 3.) Demonstration of 21st Century Learning Skills- 25% of final grade**

Students are expected to be active learners that demonstrate the following 21st Century Skills when creating their digital media projects.

T eammates will be completing a [|peer review checklist] evaluating how you demonstrated these skills during the week. This will be done as a large group during the final closing session on Thursday. ** Grading Criteria: ** ** Grading Guidelines: **
 * 1) Wiki Content- 50% of final grade
 * 2) Participation in G-Cast- 25% of final grade
 * 3) Demonstration of 21st Century Learning Skills- 25% of final grade

__Grading Policies and Guidelines __
 * 100-93=A || 92-91=A- || 90-88=B+ || 87-85=B || 84-82=B- ||
 * 81-78=C+ || 77-75=C || 74-70=C- || 69-67=D+ || 66-64=D ||
 * 63-60= D- |||| Lower that 60=F ||  ||   ||
 * Note ** : If a student’s work cannot be handed in by **August 4th**, this must be brought to the attention of the instructor and approved prior to the due date to prevent a lower grade. Circumstances beyond the control of the student will be considered on an individual basis.

** Text & Other Materials **

Due to the dynamic nature of this course, a text will not be required. Instead this wiki will be our text.

** General Course Expectations ** · Because of the collaborative nature of this program, it is crucial that students attend all of the days of the conference. If an absence is deemed an emergency, it will be handled on an individual basis. See attendance policy below. · Active participation in the conference is expected. · It is expected that all work will be turned in by **August 3rd, 2007**. Any deviation from the assigned dates must be cleared with an instructor.

Due to the collaborative nature of this course, attendance at every day of the conference is required. Participants will have a difficult time completing assignments without being present at the conference. Participants are responsible for making up any missed work as defined by the instructor.
 * Policy on Attendance **

All original course assignments and additional assignments described above should be completed within the course time limits. Work that is submitted after the course has been completed is subject to the provision of the policies and procedures relating to incompletes.
 * Policy on Late or Missing Assignments **

** University Policies: **

Inherent in the mission of Cardinal Stritch University is the strong belief in the principle of academic integrity. Student’s actions reflect their moral character and, by extension, the University’s reputation. Therefore, all students are expected to recognize and to abide by the policy on academic integrity found in the student handbook.
 * Statement of Academic Integrity: **

Cardinal Stritch University and this instructor wish to positively affirm the intent of Federal Law, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974. Any person enrolling in the course who may require alternative instruction and/or evaluation procedures due to a handicapping condition should feel free to discuss these needs with the instructor so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
 * Statement of compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: **


 * Class Activities and Content **

During the opening and closing sessions, detailed explanations of expectations for all assignments will be carefully explained. Models of sample projects will be shared.

One of the goals of the conference is to model and experience 21st Century Learning. Part of being a 21st Century Learner is to take more control of your own learning. Participants will be working in collaborative groups. Each group will need to determine their knowledge needs and how to best fill these needs. A variety of options for learning will be offered.

They include: · Direct instruction through breakout sessions · [|Atomic Learning] · Peer Collaboration · Electronic Handouts of all breakout sessions

Your assigned instructor will also be checking in with you throughout the week to check on your progress, help with technical support issues and troubleshooting, and to give feedback and assistance to your group as you move through the process.

We know we are throwing a lot of technology at you. Not everyone in your group needs to become an expert in every technology. This is why the conference is repeatable. Maybe at this conference you will become an expert at making a podcast or making a photo-story. In a future year you may choose to come to the conference again and learn more about how to make a video enhanced podcast or a movie. We suggest that tasks be delegated and shared between members. For example, two team members may want to learn about how to edit the sound files of the podcast, while two other members may want to work on taking and editing digital photos of the exhibit. It is expected, however, that all members make significant contributions to the production of the end products required.