Course Syllabus
"Preparing Professionals for Changing Educational Contexts"

ICE 234 provides a survey of computer uses in education including use of generic applications, instructional software, Internet-based learning resources, and web authoring. Participants will gain a solid technology foundation and be motivated to pursue appropriate uses of technology to enhance a life-long process of learning, teaching, and professional productivity. Through selected readings and assignments, teacher candidates will gain an understanding of issues surrounding technology in education while gaining proficiency in a range of related computer applications. Course activities and assignments teach both operational use of technology and means of integrating technology into classroom instruction.

The outcomes for this course align with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) National Education Technology Standards (NETS) outlined below. After successful completion of this course, teacher candidates will:

Course grades are based on percentage of points earned. Below is a listing of percentage points needed to receive the following final grades:

Grade	Required Percentage
A	90-100
B+	87-89.5
B	80-86.5
C+	77-79.5
C	70-76.5
D	60-69.5
F	< 60

Graded activities appear below:

* Extra Credit
** Completion with a 70% or better is required to pass class.
*** To receive full points, students must arrive in class on time, be prepared, and actively participate.
**** Each reading or set of readings will require completion of an online quiz within WebCampus. Quizzes must be completed no later than class time on the date listed in the Course Outline.

Once assigned, details of and assignment expectations will be available via the course website.

In-Class Assignments: Note that you will experience in-class activities without adequate time to complete assigned tasks. The intent of these activities is to allow you to experience instructional methods.

Late Assignments: Unless you procure prior permission from the instructor, a 10% penalty per day will occur for work turned in past its due date/time. Work will not be accepted after two weeks past the due date.

Revisions: With prior permission from the instructor, you may edit graded work for re-evaluation. Your final grade for the assignment will be the average between the original and edited works.

Attendance and participation in all classes is required. Each absence, lack of preparedness, or lack of focused participation will incur up to a 10-point penalty. For every three tardies, you will also receive a 10-point penalty. You may incur up to one excused absence allowing you to make up the missed points for that day.

Students must contact the instructor in case of illness or emergencies that preclude attending class meetings, fully participating in class activities, or completing assignments on time. Students making prior arrangements with the instructor may be excused from point penalties. Leave email or phone messages any time of the day or night.

To achieve success in this course and ensure you receive a passing grade:

As one of your first pre-professional courses, you are expected to begin to exhibit standards of professional behavior. These include, but are not limited to, punctuality, consistency, adequate preparation, active participation, diplomacy, and professional communication.

The UNLV Disability Resource Center (DRC) houses the resources for students with disabilities. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, you will need to contact the DRC for the coordination of services. The DRC is located in the Student Services Complex (SSC), Room 137. Their numbers are (702) 895-0866/Voice, (702) 895-0652/TDD, and (702) 895-0651/Fax. For additional information, please visit http://www.unlv.edu/studentlife/drc.

UNLV and its College of Education demand a high level of scholarly behavior and academic honesty on the part of students and faculty. Violations by students while carrying out academic assignments and procedural steps for dealing with academic integrity are delineated within the Handbook of Regulation Governing Probation and Suspension within the College of Education. This publication is available in the Curriculum and Materials Library (CEB 101), the Curriculum and Instruction Department Office (CEB 345), and the Office of the College of Education Dean (CEB 301).

The University requires all members of the university community to familiarize themselves with its policies and to follow copyright and fair use requirements. You are individually and solely responsible for violations of copyright and fair use laws. The University will neither protect nor defend you nor assume any responsibility for employee or student violations of fair use laws. Violations of copyright law could subject you to federal and state civil penalties and criminal liability as well as disciplinary action under University policies. To familiarize yourself with copyright and fair use policies, the University encourages you to visit its copyright website at http://www.unlv.edu/committees/copyright.

In addition to successful academic performance in your course work, you must prescribe to a professional course governed by a standard code of ethics and programmatic expectations. The Handbook of the Committee to Review Initial Licensure of Students outlines the UNLV Student Code of Conduct, NEA Code of Ethics for the Teaching Profession, and ICE Student Expectations. The Handbook is available in the Curriculum and Instruction office (CEB 354). Misdemeanor or felonious conviction(s) may bar teacher licensure in Nevada or other states. If you have any questions, please direct them to the Director of Teacher Education, CEB 301, (702) 895-4851.  

Any student missing assignments, examinations, or class participation due to observance of a religious holiday will receive an opportunity to make-up missed work. The make-up will apply to the religious holiday absence only. It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor of the intended conflict no later than the last day of late registration.

Food is prohibited in campus computer labs. Drinks must be in spill-proof containers and kept on the floor.