Thursday | 5:05-7:35 p.m.| Spring, 2009 | BEC 117
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Course Description
Design of classroom websites that serve as learning centers using web editor software. Includes the differences in basic design principles for print-based vs. web-based information, designing interface and navigation elements, and using color, graphics and typography to increase usability for all learners. Culminates with the design and development of web-based curricular materials and activities that facilitate communication with students, parents and other educators.
Course Pre-requisite
IT 486 or permission of instructor
Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, each student will be able to
| Text (Required) | Williams, R. & Tollett, J. (2006). The Non-Designer's Web Book. 3rd Edition. Berkeley: Peachpit Press. [ISBN:0-321-30337-7] |
| Hardware | This class will be held in the Bailey 117 that is equipped with Mac computers and Dreamweaver software. This is a computer lab with projection capabilities available for in-class presentations. The TEC Lab, an open lab for CEHHS students is equipped with current Mac and PC computers for your use. The Bailey Lab is available outside of class schedules. All Macs have G5 processors and OS X system software. You will have some compatibility issues transferring files from older computers to these computers as well as from the Vista OS. Make a special effort to learn to transfer files successfully to retain all of your work as you plan to work in this lab environment. |
| Software | You will encounter PDF files at this course web site. While you need Adobe Acrobat to develop PDF file, you only need Adobe Reader to read and print a file that is PDF. While computers in CA 117, TEC Lab and ISC have this software, if your home computer does not, you should download a free version of Acrobat Reader from the Adobe Systems web site. |
| Storage of files | I suggest that you buy a USB device for storing your files. They have reduced in price considerably. USB (also known as jump, thumb or flash) drives are available at the UT bookstore)......in as large a capacity as you desire. These drives are compatible with Windows and OS platforms and are connected through the USB port. You can also save documents to your unix space on the web server. |
| Email account | Each student MUST HAVE an active UT email account. Register for this account if you do not already have one. Follow these steps to obtain one. Step one: Go to http://oit.utk.edu/email.php Step two. Find and select, Tmail Account Registration and complete the process as directed. Tell your instructor if you encounter problems. |
Assignment Descriptions / Course Calendar
| TPTE 595 focuses on web design principles to create online learning centers for K-12 students, their parents and other teachers. Major components of this course are (1) basic web design principals, (2) developing confidence with a web editor as a design tool and (3) developing an online learning center that will serve K-12 students. All projects are assessed using checklists or rubrics that are provided at the course website. |
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Final course grade is based on the following % of 1000 point total for individual and team projects:
A = 92% + |
B+ = 91%- 88% |
B = 87% - 84% |
C+ = 83% - 80% |
C = 79% -76% |
D+ = 75% - 72% |
D = 71% - 68% |
F = Below 68% |
| Assignment/Project/Exam | Possible Points |
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| Midterm Exam: Objective and performance-based assessment of information covered in hands-on and discussion activities and readings. |
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Attendance/Participation
Each student is expected to be present and on time to class. Participation in class discussions (either face to face or on-line) and hands-on experiences is expected and recorded. For more information, please see grading table.
Successful completion of all activities, assignments /projects is expected and recorded. Projects ARE due at the time specified on the syllabus. Late projects will normally NOT be accepted. If you are having difficulty completing an assignment/project for any reason, please discuss it with the instructor before the due date. For more information, please see grading table.
Academic Dishonesty
Signed or initialed papers and e-mail from your ID to your instructor are equivalent to your signature-i.e. your word of honor. Purposeful misrepresentation of submissions to your instructor (such as peer ratings deliberately made too high or low), or submission of someone else's work (including information/files retrieved from the Internet) as your own, will be considered academic dishonesty and will be treated according to university and college policies regarding academic dishonesty as described in the graduate catalog.