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Simon Fraser University

EDUCATION 482-4

DESIGNS FOR LEARNING: ?

EDUCATIONAL USES OF COMPUTERS

The course introduces various types of applications of computers in education and requires the

students to learn through reading, interacting with others, and working on a computer. Different

ways that computers might influence learning and teaching are examined. The following topics

are covered:

• Approaches and issues in using computers in the classroom

• Evaluation of educational software

• Methods of integrating software into the curriculum to address students' learning needs

• Basics of using productivity software and introductory programming

• Communications and conferencing via computers

• Multimedia in the classroom

PREREQUISITE:

EDUC 4011402

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Textbook

Forcier, R.C. (1996).

The Computer as a Productivity Tool in Education.

Merrill/Prentice Hall.

Equipment

Almost all the requirements for completing this course involve the use of computers, e-mail, and

electronic conferencing. Because of the course software requirements, the computer must be one of

the following systems:

MAC: System 7.0, 8Mb RAM, 30Mb free disk space, modem (9600 baud minimum, 14.4 baud

recommended), unrestricted telephone line (your home phone), and a printer.

PC: WIN 3.1, 8Mb RAM, 30Mb free disk space, modem (9600 baud minimum, 14.4 baud

recommended), unrestricted telephone line (your home phone), and a printer.

Software

ClarisWorks 4.0

(must include the

ClarisWorks 4.0 User's Guide)

(approx. $85 - $100)

- Available for purchase through the SFU Microstore AQ 3145, Phone 604-291-3098

Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

LOGOWriter** (DOS

users) OR

HyperCard 1.26

(MAC users)

FirstClass Client Tool

Netscape Navigator

2.01*

SLIP or PPP software*

At least 8 other "open-ended" instructional programs, e.g.

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego

or

Reader Rabbit

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

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5 hands-on exercises (5% each)

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25%

• 2 Software evaluations and on-line presentation (5% each) ?

15%

• Participation in electronic conferencing (5% each)

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15%

• Final Project ?

20%

• Final Examination ?

25%

SUPPLEMENTARY FEES:

Course Materials & Service Fee

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$30

COURSE INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO

MAKE CHANGES WITHOUT NOTICE.

07/29/96