Master's
csm 562: cognition strategy & technology
Course Description
This course concerns advanced theory and applications of educational technology, including the effects of technology on thinking and learning, and the effects of technology in problem solving and other higher level thinking skills. The course examines current research on computerized learning (CAI, simulation, and tutorials) and other relevant topics such as virtual reality, games and gaming theory, hypertext (design and comprehension), presentation software, groupware for cooperative learning, and telecommunications (distant and/or distributed learning).
Course Objectives
1.0 Use online research databases and bibliographic management tools to locate, organize and share information
2.0 Classical Theories of Rhetoric and Communication
3.0 Cognition and Learning
4.0 The Topography of Existing and Emergent Models of Communication Technology
5.0 Learning, Discourse Theory, & Paradigm Shifts
csm 564: digital tools
Course Description
The focus of this course is the use of a broad range of digital tools, including the skills considered core skills required to function in the asynchronous environment of this online degree program. Building a collaborative environment, a course goal, requires this specific skill set. Computer mediated communications applied to collaborative, web-based environments are emphasized.
Course Objectives
The student will develop cognitive competencies and/or skills as indicated by these goals and their related outcome measures:
1.0 Use online databases, social bookmarking and bibliographic management tools to locate, organize and share information
2.0 Use social media to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences
3.0 Select, use and share audio and video tools effectively and productively
4.0 Select and use cloud-based productivity software effectively and productively
5.0 Select and use VoIP software effectively and productively
6.0 Select and use presentation, infographic and survey software effectively and productively
7.0 Use the World Wide Web to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences
Assignment Links
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Assignment 10 - Online Presentation
https://prezi.com/view/EurloAe3OobTPkJGLQ81/
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Assignment 11 - Camtasia Recording
csm 568: emerging technologies
Assignment Links
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Module 2 Assignment - Internet of Things Devices in the Workplace
https://app.luminpdf.com/viewer/5f21e620795519001e94f748
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Module 7 Assignment - Resume Infographic
csm 570: coordination and delivery of information using digital technologies
Course Description
An ever-growing range of options are available for delivering information via digital technologies, including web-based tutorials, online courses, webinars, synchronous and asynchronous communication media, multimedia presentations, Web 2.0 technologies, and wireless hand-held devices. The tools needed to coordinate these technologies will be addressed from the viewpoint of developer and content manager.
Course Objectives
1.0 Understand current practices in the field of consumer communications
2.0 Grasp options for online delivery tools as best matched purpose and platform.
3.0 Understand the implications for design of using one or more online delivery platforms.
4.0 Understand the significance of the intended audience as related to computer-mediated communications.
5.0 Understand the significance of the technical environment in which computer-mediated communications and collaboration might occur.
6.0 Understand the role of evaluation in coordination and delivery of computer-mediated information.
Assignment Links
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Assignment 3 - The Pitch
https://voicethread.com/myvoice/thread/13711027/83341699
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Assignment 7 - Final Project
hes 509: research methods
Course Description
This course is an introduction to scientific methods appropriate for human sciences. It is designed to acquaint students with types of research, methods, and materials necessary for scientific inquiry and to provide students with practical steps to conduct and understand scientific research. Emphasis will be placed on quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods designs appropriate for research in human sciences.
Course Objectives
The professor will:
1. explain the steps in conducting empirical research;
2. distinguish between various research methodologies;
3. describe ways to evaluate the credibility of research.
Assignment Links
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Literature Review
https://app.luminpdf.com/viewer/5f21e554b11d74001b8e32dd
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Article Critique
csm 572: needs assessment, planning, and evaluation
Course Description
Course outcomes include demonstrated understanding of program evaluation strategies based on a systems theory model for comprehensive planning, formative and summative evaluation. These evaluation activities focus on e-learning environments and applications in a wide-range of settings. Planning models are also introduced around which projects and action research can be structured.
Course Objectives
Students will:
1.1 Discuss planning process from conceptualization to operationalized activities and tasks 1.2 Define program evaluation
2.1 Demonstrate ability to assess program needs
2.2 Illustrate ability to improve a program for accessibility
3.1 Define problems to be addressed
3.2 Set goals and objectives for program plan
3.3 Have awareness of costs and budgets
3.4 Demonstrate ability to schedule evaluation tasks
4.1 Write evaluation reports
4.2 Develop questions evaluators address
4.3 Assess program background information
4.4 Determine types of needs assessment
4.5 Determine kinds of data to be collected, and how it will be collected
5.1 Summarize and interpret data gathered from a program evaluation
5.2 Identify issues and limits of evaluation in decision making
6.1 Critique the findings of an evaluation
Assignment Links
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Training Program Evaluation Plan
csm 582: non-thesis research
Course Description
Course focuses on preparation and planning for the Capstone Project, including examination and analysis of collateral research studies. Students will prepare articles for possible submission to a referred journal or presentation at a professional conference or online module.
Course Objectives
1.0 Research
1.1 Demonstrate an understanding of a literature review.
1.2 Develop and implement plan for manuscript creation plan in discipline.
1.3 Determine and create social bookmarking framework.
2.0 Knowledge
2.1 Develop broad knowledge of research topic in scholarly discussions and collaborations.
2.2 Develop broad understanding of core technologies needed to support research dissemination.
2.3 Develop deep knowledge to provide expert solutions to a focused range of problems.
3.0 Dissemination
3.1 Use oral, written, and verbal skills to effectively communicate with a broad range of stakeholders.
3.2. Demonstrate the ability to accurately record and discuss relevant research as appropriate to the discipline.
Assignment Links
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Written Plan for Literature Review
https://app.luminpdf.com/viewer/5f21e7ec708771001b03cd05
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Literature Review
https://app.luminpdf.com/viewer/5f21e8528ec392001a272156
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Final Article
csm 566: multimedia design and development
Course Description
This course is an introduction of skills and concepts needed to develop and deliver multimedia projects. The history, terminology, and essential elements of multimedia development is discussed. Technical skills, equipment analysis, selection, and recommendations are covered. Planning, costing and delivery of multimedia projects is also discussed.
Course Objectives
1.1 Define and understand common multimedia terms
2.1 Recognize the importance of uses of text, word choice, fonts and digital images
3.1 Describe the components and measurements of audio and video in multimedia
4.1 Understand the selection of hardware, software, authoring tools, and content for your project
5.1 Schedule and cost the phases, tasks, and work items of a multimedia project
6.1 Discuss the origins of the Internet and technical implications for delivering multimedia online
7.1 Consider the implications of mobile devices on multimedia projects
8.1 Understand components of delivery of a multimedia project
csm 574: technology security and privacy
Course Description
This course is an introduction to some of the basic issues confronting technology users, especially those in today’s workplaces. It is designed for entrepreneurs, small business owners and managers, freelance consultants, and anyone who works with technology, but in organizations that may or may not have IT departments. It is also appropriate for those working remotely at home or concerned about privacy and security in personal technology use. The topics include threats to computer and communication systems and to privacy concepts; basic security defense techniques; web and network security issues; portable device security; operating systems security issues; email security; and security issues for home networks and smaller work environments such as privately-held companies and nonprofit groups.
Course Objectives
- Identify the basic elements of defense in digital privacy and security.
- Describe the relationships among knowledge, change, and digital applications of security tools and strategies in organizations as they apply to the knowledge workplace of the future and personal technology use.
- Assess and explain the various issues encountered when working in the cloud and using mobile devices.
- Identify and examine basic issues that may be encountered in home networks and those installed in small-group work environments without IT support for the organization.
- Evaluate current issues with operating systems security for a home office environment and/or a small workplace environment.
- Examine current issues possibly encountered in the use of computer-mediated communications, including email and Instant Messaging (IM) for private or professional use.
- Analyze and explain privacy and security issues related to social media usage.
csm 583: special problems in interactive technology
Course Description
This course is focused on The Capstone Project, an application project related to the students’ goals and interests. The Capstone Project should be built on the research literature review conducted in CSM 582. If students are taking the two classes concurrently, then the work in 582 must proceed rapidly to have value as a foundation in 583.
Course Objectives
Objective 1.1 The student will design a unique project based on appropriate and current sources of research, both digital and traditional, within his/her identified field of application of the skills in this program, applied to a particular culminating project (The Capstone).
Objective 1.2 The student will demonstrate the ability to develop, manage, evaluate and disseminate a unique, engaged scholarship project in interactive technology, including meeting milestone requirements (deadlines).
Objective 1.3 The student will complete an engaged scholarship project as the Capstone Project, collaborating with community-based groups or individuals and/or groups within UA to produce a ‘real world’ example of the application of interactive technology to a field of work or life solution.
Objective 2.1 The student will manage and use peer reviews in the process of planning, development, and evaluation.
Objective 2.2 The student will manage, complete, and document dissemination activities appropriate to his/her unique Capstone Project
Assignment Links
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Capstone Project
https://aepope1.wixsite.com/career-connections
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Multimedia Abstract of the Product
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXZnMOd3lbs&feature=youtu.be
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