Course Descriptions
FOUNDATION COURSES (15 credits)
INSYS 415 SYSTEMATIC INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT (3 credits)
Preparation in the use of a nine-step model for systematically analyzing instructional problems and developing validated, practical solutions. EDPSY 421 LEARNING PROCESSES IN RELATION TO EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES (3 credits)
An introduction to the empirical study of variables and conditions that influence school learning. Prerequisite: EDPSY 014 or PSY 213 EDTEC 448 USING THE INTERNET IN THE CLASSROOM (3 credits) (formerly INSYS 448)
Introduces students to methods and models of using the Internet effectively in their classroom. Prerequisite: EDTEC 400, or demonstrated Internet awareness AEE 521 BASIC APPLIED DATA ANALYSIS (1-4 credits)
Continuation of AEE 520; emphasis on statistical techniques for students' individual problems. EDTEC 561 MEASURING THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON LEARNING (3 credits)
Prepares teachers to evaluate the effects of technology use. Prerequisite: EDPSY 421 or equivalent, and AEE 521 or equivalent
ADVANCED COURSES (12 credits) EDTEC 562 EFFECTIVE TECHNOLOGY USE IN THE CLASSROOM (3 credits)
Helps teachers develop, implement, and evaluate their technology innovations in schools. Prerequisite: EDTEC 561 EDTEC 566/INSYS 446 COMPUTERS AS LEARNING TOOLS (3 credits) Effective Date: FA2006
Amplifying thinking or reorganizing mental functions with computers. Prerequisite: EDTEC 561 EDTEC 567 TECHNOLOGY AND HIGHER-ORDER LEARNING (3 credits)
Helps teachers develop, implement, and evaluate their technology innovations based on higher-order skills. Prerequisite: EDTEC 561 EDTEC 596 INDIVIDUAL STUDIES MASTER'S PAPER
ELECTIVES (6 credits--choose two courses from the following) EDTEC 449 VIDEO AND HYPERMEDIA IN THE CLASSROOM (3 credits) (formerly INSYS 449)
Skills and knowledge needed to direct the use of learning technologies in educational settings. Prerequisite: INSYS 415 EDTEC 461 DESIGNING COMPUTER NETWORKS FOR EDUCATION (3 credits) (formerly INSYS 461)
Applying fundamental concepts of computer networking to design effective networks for educational purposes. Prerequisite: EDTEC 448 EDTEC 462 COORDINATING TECHNOLOGY USE IN EDUCATION (3 credits) (formerly INSYS 462)
Skills and knowledge needed to direct the use of learning technologies in educational settings. Prerequisite: EDTEC 448 INSYS 498A COLLOQUIUM ON LEARNING AND INSTRUCTION FOR INDIVIDUAL CLASSROOM SETTINGS (2 credits)
Applies instructional design and principles of learning to address a classroom problem. INSYS 498B LEARNING STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION FOR INDIVIDUAL CLASSROOM SETTINGS (1 credit)
Continuation of INSYS 498X, in which the learning experience designed in INSYS 498X is implemented and evaluated. Prerequisite: INSYS 498X ADTED 470 (CI ED) INTRODUCTION TO DISTANCE EDUCATION (3 credits)
An introduction to the history, philosophy, organizations, learning theories, and instructional procedures used in American and foreign distance education. ADTED 531 COURSE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT IN DISTANCE EDUCATION (3 credits)
In-depth study of the practices of designing courses taught by print, broadcast, and telecommunications media to adult distance learners. Prerequisite: ADTED 470, INSYS 415 ADTED 532 RESEARCH AND EVALUATION IN DISTANCE EDUCATION (3 credits)
Study of previous, current, and needed research strategies, and issues concerning evaluation, in distance education.
Certificate Programs
Penn State offers three certificate programs designed for teachers, administrators, and other training professionals. Most of the certificate courses can be applied toward the master's degree, and all of the courses meet Act 48 requirements.
Technology Integration Certificate for K-12 Educators for Tomorrow (TICKET)
The 15-credit TICKET program offered at a Penn State location near you provides the opportunity to learn skills and competencies needed to integrate technology into teaching, learning, and curricula.
Technology Integration Certificate (World Campus)
This 15-credit program offered through Penn State's World Campus provides an on-line opportunity to learn skills and competencies needed to integrate technology into teaching, learning, and curricula.
Instructional Strategies Certificate
The 12-credit instructional strategies certificate program is designed to show teachers how to serve students better through instructional strategies that emphasize differentiated learning techniques.
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