General Information about New Technological Designs courses
Title: WISE: The Web-based Inquiry Science Environment
Author: Vincent Amode
Abstract: A comprehensive introduction of WISE
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): WISE
Title: Second Life
Author: Lorraine Emerick
Abstract: A comprehensive introduction of Second Life, a virtual learning environment, and its business use and educational use.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): second life
Title: Moodle (Note, insufficient information on the page)
Author: Kevin Goodman
Abstract: N/A
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): Moodle
Title: Digital Libraries and the International Children’s Digital Library (ICDL)
Author: Julie Smit
Abstract: A comprehensive introduction of digital library, and its advantages and disadvantages. A comprehensive introduction of ICDL (International Children’s Digital Library) project and its goals.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): digital libraries, ICDL
Title: World Watcher; Math Forum
Author: Patrice Torcivia
Abstract: A general introduction of the software called "My World", a Geographic Information System (GIS) and its educational use.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): My World GIS
Title: WorldWatcher
Author: Yueh-Chen Weng
Abstract: A general description of the program “WorldWatcher” and its educational applications
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): WorldWatcher
Title: Inspiration
Author: Yueh-Chen Weng
Abstract: A brief introduction of Inspiration software
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): Inspiration software
Title: The Inquiry Learning Forum
Author: Caitlin Donahue
Abstract: A brief introduction of Inquiry Learning Forum (ILF) and its educational implications.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): Inquiry Learning Forum (ILF)
Title: TeacherTube
Author: Caitlin Donahue
Abstract: A brief introduction of TeacherTube and its educational implications.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): TeacherTube
Title: Facebook & Social Bookmarking
Author: Xiyao Huang
Abstract: A general description of Facebook, a social networking site, and Social Bookmarking, as well as its advantages and disadvantages.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): Facebook, Social Bookmarking
Title: Programming Tool for Children
Author: Jingping Chen
Abstract: A general description of two programming tools that young children can learn and do programming-- Starlogo, BBB, and Scratch.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): young children, programming
Title: Virtual Worlds
Author: Jane Wilde
Abstract: A general introduction of River City and Second Life, as well as their unique features and limitations.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): virtual world, River City, Second Life
Title: Video Games in the Classroom
Author: Nathan Cadoret
Abstract: This course designed to share some of the research and to help make a potential voice and catalyst in the process of bringing more video games into the classroom.
Course Objective: N/A
Tag(s): video games, classroom teaching
Title: Creating a Digital Archive: ePortfolio's for Elementary Student's Mini-course
Author: Corie Quattrocchi
Abstract: N/A
Course Objective: This course designed to apply Gardner's Multiple Intelligence theory to help use ePortfolio by making a list of artifacts that meet different learning styles.
Tag(s): Mini-Course Blackboard 9.1 Module Creation
Title: Mini-Course Blackboard 9.1 Module Creation
Author: Diana Cary
Abstract: This course focuses on creating a course in a Blackboard 9.1 course development shell.
Course Objective: Identify Course Tools Menu, Identify Course Content area, Identify and distinguish Edit Mode On/Off .
Tag(s): Blackboard, Creation.
Title: [Digital Radiology for the Imaging Professional]]
Author: Margaret Ewart
Abstract: The intent of this mini-course is to address the need for additional education for technologists that entered the field of radiology before digital radiography was part of the didactic component of the student's education. Learners of this course should take away a clear understanding of the physical principles of digital radiography. They will learn historical aspects of digital imaging, processing fundamentals, and theoretical foundations to use digital equipment effectively in the clinical setting.
Course Objective: Provide a brief description and timeline of the history of digital radiography. Define the term digital image processing. Identify the primary considerations of quality assurance in digital radiography.
Tag(s): Ditigal Radiology,
