Educational Technology Graduate Courses

ETEC 435/535 Accessible Electronic and Information Technologies

Critical use, analysis and evaluation of computer applications of computer technologies for accessibility and usability for populations with diverse needs. Terminology, design principles, and applications of accessible technologies. Legal and ethical issues in developing or adopting accessible electronic and information technologies. (Seminar 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours; 3 units)

ETEC 510 Foundations of Educational Technology
Prerequisite: Either ETEC 411, 444, equivalent experience satisfying the California Level I computer technology standard, or consent of instructor. Introduction to the field of educational technology. Overview of theoretical approaches, research trends, major developments, and prominent issues in the field. Incorporation of social, historical, psychological, and philosophical perspectives in the study of educational technology. (Seminar 3 hours; 3 units).

ETEC 523 Computer Technology in Education, Level II

Prerequisites: ETEC 444 or equivalent experience satisfying the California Level 1 computer technology standard. Advanced principles for integrating computer technology into learning environments to improve: planning, designing and implementing learning experiences; educational communication and collaboration; assessment and evaluation. This course satisfies the California Level 2 computer technology standard. (Seminar 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours; 3 units)

ETEC 525 Social and Cultural Implications of Educational Technology
Critical examination of social and cultural implications of educational technologies, considering issues of cultural bias, equity, and questions of who benefits from particular technologies. International applications of computer technologies to promote learning about different cultures. Case studies of issues concerning computers and society. (Seminar 3 hours; 3 units)

ETEC 530 Educational Technology Leadership
Prerequisites: ETEC 523. Provides leadership theory, knowledge, and skills necessary to use, evaluate, plan, and implement technologies effectively within a school system. Examines administrative issues associated with computers, including security and ethics. (Seminar 3 hours; 3 units)

ETEC 551 Education and the Internet
Prerequisite: Either ETEC 411, 444, equivalent experience satisfying the California Level I computer technology standard, or consent of instructor.  Survey of educational applications across the Internet; characteristics of teaching and learning mediated through the Internet; analysis and design of Internet-based learning activities; design and development of online courses; implementation, management, and administration of online learning. (Seminar 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours; 3 units)

ETEC 570: E-Learning Design and Development
Prerequisite: ETEC 523 or consent of instructor. Introduction to e-learning design and development, including project management, instructional analyses and strategies, software selection, and evaluation. Interactive multimedia development applications, processes, and principles. Design and production of technology-enhanced instruction. (Seminar 2 hours, Laboratory 2 hours; 3 units)

ETEC 580 Field Experience in Educational Technology

Prerequisites: ETEC 523 and either ETEC 530, EDP 520, or EDP 595. Students investigate and experience an occupation or environment utilizing a form of educational technology. Under instructor guidance, students perform 90 field experience hours. Instructor approval required for site selection. (3 units).

Selected Electives

CS 410E Computers and Networks

Prerequisite: Course design assumes familiarity with computers. Gain practical, hand-on experience in installing hardware and software on the PC. Learn what a computer network is and how it is similar to the telephone network. Learn the parts that make up a computer and a network. (Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours; 3 units.)

CS 401E Programming Robots-for Teachers and Parents

Prerequisite: Some programming experience. Learn how to inspire interest in engineering and computer science in children ages 9 through 16. Using robotic kits, gain hands-on experience in problem solving and computer programming while constructing and programming robot inventions. (Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 3 hours; 3 units.)

EDP 542 Assistive Technology and Augmentative Communication
Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1 of the Education Specialist Program, development of an Individualized Induction Plan, or consent of instructor. Overview of assistive technology and augmentative communication for individuals with exceptional needs. Examination of legislation, devices, and services using assistive technology and augmentation. Advanced development of computer assisted instruction across the curriculum for individuals with exceptional needs. Introduction to assistive technology assessment. Principles of augmentative communication systems. (Seminar 3 hours; 3 units)

Last update: 10/30/09