2015-2016 Graduate Catalog

College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

Department of Educational Technology

ET 500 Introduction to Instructional Design and Technology

An examination of the field of instructional design and technology in various environments such as K-12, higher education, and business. The focus is on the application of theory and research to practice.

3

ET 501 Introduction to Applications of Educational Technology in PK-12 Education

An application of technology tools in teaching practices to promote technology integration that is seamless and adds significant value to student learning of K-12 curriculum. An investigation of theoretical and practical issues and methods.

3

ET 502 Instructional Design

Covers a design process for determining instructional content and creating effective, efficient, and appealing instruction.

3

ET 503 Instructional Materials Design I

An introduction to technologies and theories used in the creation of various instructional materials. An emphasis is placed on skill development.

3

ET 504 Instructional Materials Design II

Prerequisite: ET 503. A continuation of ET 503 with advanced work in technologies and theories used in the creation of various instructional materials. A greater emphasis is placed on effective uses of instructional materials.

3

ET 524 Design of Computer-Assisted Instruction

Prerequisite: ET 503. A study of the design and development of computer-assisted instruction. The primary goal is to introduce students to the established standards of technology-based, self-paced, individualized learning.

3

ET 533 Information Literacy & Reference

Study research-based instructional strategies and process models to teach information literacy and information skills in elementary and secondary school libraries.

3

ET 535 School Library Administration and Leadership

Learn the essentials of organizing and administrating school libraries in elementary and secondary schools.

3

ET 538 Selection, Evaluation and Utilization of Library Materials and Cataloging

Designed to provide an overview of the processes and procedures required to successfully develop, maintain, and evaluate a collection program of print and non-print materials in a school library.

3

ET 601 Managing People, Projects, and Technology Systems

An introduction to project management principles within the framework of educational projects. The focus is on planning the design and development of instructional materials.

3

ET 602 Performance Technology for Instructional Environments

Prerequisite: ET 502. An examination of barriers to effective workplace performance and possible interventions. Topics include motivation, information and educational design, organizational issues, ethical behavior, etc.

3

ET 604 Computer Graphics and Visual Literacy

In this course you will apply principles of human learning, perception, and motivation to the design and production of visual materials to support learning and performance.

3

ET 613 Teaching in an Online Environment

Provides students with knowledge and experiences in designing, developing and delivering e-learning courses. Using instructional design principles as a foundation, the course covers the fundamental elements that make web-based instruction effective.

3

ET 615 Distance Education: Theories and Practice

Includes an overview of distance education foundations (design and assessment), application and implementation (interactivity and hypermedia design), and management issues (copyright, course management systems, and policy).

3

ET 617 Development of Online Applications

An examination of advanced topics in online education. The focus is on the design, development, and implementation of interactive educational systems within a client/server framework.

3

ET 622 Directed Study

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.) Repeatable, maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.

1-3

ET 627 Design of Games and Simulations

Prerequisites: ET 503, ET 524. Design and development of computer-based games and simulations for education. In addition to exploring various tools, this course also will examine research and implementation issues related to various educational settings.

3

ET 628 Design of Multimedia Learning Environments

Prerequisites: ET 503, ET 524. Investigation of the theory and use of multimedia in educational and training environments. Current tools and related concepts are also examined.

3

ET 650 Case Studies in Performance and Instructional Technology

This course uses a case study approach to the analysis, design, and evaluation of performance and educational environments. A background in the study of human performance technology is also provided.

3

ET 692 Internship

Advisor’s recommendation and permission of program director. Individual field experience in educational technology. Field experience and summative report format must be approved by advisor. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

3

ET 693 Practicum

Supervised professional activity requiring a minimum of 10 hours per week. Develop project, product or technological device unique to the field. An approved end of semester project report is required. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

1-3

ET 694 Elementary School Library Internship

Advisor's recommendation and permission. Individual field experience in secondary school libraries. Field experience and summative report format must be approved by advisor. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

1

ET 695 Special Topics in Educational Technology

Consent of instructor. Scheduled on irregular basis. Explore special topics in Educational Technology. An appropriate subtitle will explain each course. Repeatable.

1-3

ET 696 Secondary School Library Internship

Advisor's recommendation and permission. Individual field experience in secondary school libraries. Field experience and summative report format must be approved by advisor. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

1

ET 702 Instructional Design Theory and Research

Prerequisite: ET 502. An advanced examination of instructional design theories and methods. Both directive and guided learning architectures are discussed.

3

ET 782 Doctoral Seminar in Educational Technology I

Prerequisite: ET 500. Investigation of the development, theory, and research bases of the field of Educational Technology.

3

ET 784 Doctoral Seminar in Educational Technology II

Prerequisite: ET 782. Investigation of the development, theory, and research bases of the field of Educational Technology.

3

ET 797 Doctoral Proposal Seminar

Permission of research advisor required. Selection of an appropriate research topic in the field of instructional design and technology. Summarize related literature, identify a researchable problem within that topic, and develop appropriate methodology. Develop an approved research proposal. S/U graded. Repeatable, maximum of four credits.

1-4

ET 799 Doctoral Dissertation

Permission of research advisor required. After receiving approval for the proposal, the doctoral candidate must register for dissertation hours while conducting the research and writing the final report in the form of a dissertation. Doctoral candidates must earn 12 hours of dissertation credit towards the doctoral degree. Repeatable.

1-12

ET 999 Graduate School Continuous Registration

To permit a graduate student to continue making progress in a degree program. S/U graded. Repeatable, no limitations.

1