EVOC 519

Computer Applications for Vocational Teachers

(2008 - 2009 Edition)
Last updated on September 09, 2008

Instructors:     Donna Shea, M.Ed., B.V.E.

Office:  College of Education (CE), Room 321

Office Hours:  Tuesdays, 2:00 - 5:00, and telephone conference by appointment

Office Telephone:  (909) 537-5679

E-mail:      evoc@verizon.net     

Year/Quarter:  Fall 2008

Time/days/location:  Thursdays, 6:00 to 10:00, CE 203
                                   Register for both lecture and lab

Catalog Description

Application of personal computers to the preparation of written, graphic, data base, telecommunication and interactive media materials used by teachers of vocational, occupational and professional courses.  Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.  Lecture and laboratory sections must be taken concurrently. (4 units).

Course Overview and/or Rationale

EVOC 519 is a required course for the Designated Subjects Teaching Credential, the Bachelor in Vocational Education (B.V.E.) Degree and the Master in Vocational Education (M.Ed..) Degree.  For people with little or no computer background, it is an excellent course to take concurrently with EVOC 335 or EVOC 501.  EVOC 519 offers traditional in-class learning, distance (distributive) learning, and competency documentation options.  Scholar's acquire or document computer literacy by demonstrating proficiency in generating various computer documents and written reports.  Emphasis is placed on paperless communication by submitting assignment via e-mail.  The traditional scholar's will meet weekly according to the calendar below.  The due dates on the calendar below apply to all scholars, regardless of chosen option.  Distance learners are encouraged to attend the first orientation meeting if possible.

Relevant Professional Standards

Professional Standards are addressed in detail in the Designated Subject Program Document. A copy of that document is posted at:

http://soe.csusb.edu/NCATE/4DSdoc1.html

Course Goals/Objectives

 On completion of this course, given assignment descriptions, instructions, examples, and guided practice scholars will be able to:

TeacherWeb:  TeacherWeb is recommended to develop your Web site to meet the "A" criteria for this class.
Microsoft Office Tutorials:  This site offers step-by-step instructions for Microsoft Office 2003 and 2007.  If you are new to computers you will find this site valuable.

Course Evaluation Plan

Scholars are given the opportunity to remediate (correct and resubmit) any assignment that is completed and submitted on time but does not meet "A" criteria or expected proficiency.  The instructor will review the document and return it with suggestions.  Scholars may then revise the assignment and resubmit as often as necessary to earn full credit.  Late assignments forfeit the privilege of remediation and will earn a grade based on the number of objectives met in the initial submission.

Scholars are encouraged to seek the instructor's guidance and suggestions prior to submitting any assignment, including the final project.  All scholar's are expected to perform at a level of "B" or higher.  For this course any grade less than a "B" is inadequate.  My goal is for each scholar to achieve an "A" for the course.

Scholars are expected to turn in all assignments on or before the due date listed in the course schedule below. No excuses will be accepted.  Do your work early to avoid last minute issues.  Remediation is not available for work turned in late.   Early submission is always welcome.

Late work will significantly impact the scholar's grade.  The final grade for EVOC 519 will be lowered one letter grade for every assignment turned in late.  This means the fist late assignment lowers the grade to A-, the second to B+ and so on.  It is critical that all work be turned in ON TIME.  If you have a problem e-mail me ASAP to make arrangements.

An incomplete is at the instructor's discretion.  I do NOT give incompletes.  If you are unable to complete the work you should drop the course and complete all necessary paper work by the census date.  No drops will be processes after the census date.  You must either complete the work in a timely manner or you will fail the course.  If you fail, you can re-enroll in a subsequent quarter and challenge the "F" to receive your most recent grade.

PI . .   CA1 . . CA2 . . CA3 . .  CA4 . . WR1. . WR2. . WR3. . WR4. . FP. . . .

10% 10% 10% 10% 10% 10% 10% 10% 10% 10%

 

98 - 100      95 -  97.99  92 -  94.99  89 -  91.99  86 -  88.99  83 -  85.99  80 -  82.99  77 -  79.99    0 -  76.99

A  A-  B+  B  B-  C+  C  C-  F

 

Textbook/Bibliography

All required information will be presented on-line.  Grades and announcements are provided via e-mail to all scholars.  It is critical that scholars provide the information requested in the first assignment and verify they can both send and receive e-mail from the instructor. 

There are two documents scholars must access to successfully complete EVOC 519 the syllabus and the e-text.  Scholar's should read the syllabus in its entirety and print the calendar then obtain the e-text and begin reviewing the information provided immediately upon enrolling in the course.  Additional resources will be obtained using the Internet.

The text for this course will be the EVOC 519 E-text which can be accessed by clicking on this link. http://www.etext.net.  On the left side, click "order e-text" link on the left just below the banner and enter the access code She519 then follow instructions. You will receive an e-mail with your user name (usually your e-mail) and password (eight capital letters). These are case sensitive and must be typed in exactly as they appear in the e-mail or you will not be able to access the e-Text.

Teaching and Learning with Microsoft Office and FrontPage by Timothy J. Newby ISBN 0-13-029287-7 is optional but recommended for scholars with little or no computer literacy or technology instructors seeking a good resource for their own classes.  It offers excellent step-by-step instructions, examples and exercises that support the assignments for EVOC 519.  It includes an interactive CD.  It can be purchased at the Coyote books store or on-line from Amazon or Barnes and Nobel.

REFERENCE LINKS

OWL - On-line Writing Lab
The APA Guide
 

Course Policies

ATTENDANCE

Scholars are encouraged to attend orientation presented on the first night of class, the presentation class session indicated in the course calendar, and turn all work in on time as an e-mail attachment.  On-campus meetings are held for all traditional scholars although distance learners are welcome if face-to-face assistance is needed.  The presentation class session is mandatory for all scholars unless arrangements have been made in advance.  If you have special considerations e-mail me ASAP.

Scholars are asked to e-mail the instructor at least 24 hours in advance to confirm attendance for the scheduled class session.  This will be discussed further during orientation.  Both traditional and distance learners should confirm their attendance.  Traditional learners who will not be attending should notify me via e-mail the day before class.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

California State University, San Bernardino has a zero tolerance for plagiarism and academic dishonesty.  A scholar who commits an act of dishonesty will receive a failing grade and be reported to university officials.  Scholars do not cheat, use another scholars work in place of their own, or knowingly assist another to do so.  Also, unauthorized access to or changing grades on an assignment or examination is unacceptable.

SCHOLAR  EXPECTATIONS

To be successful in this course, the scholar will:

• The single most important element of success is to follow instructions
• Read all course materials and examples with an eye to detail prior to beginning the assignment
• Communication with the instructor via e-mail often, daily if necessary
• Successfully complete all assigned activities on or before the due date
• Display a positive attitude
• Demonstrate self-discipline and motivation
• Possess or develop basic microcomputer literacy
• Demonstrate a problem solving approach to course work

Commitment to Diversity

In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience.  In our commitment to diversity, we welcome people from all backgrounds and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community.  Dimensions of diversity shall include, but are not limited to, the following: race, ethnicity, religious belief, sexual orientation, sex/gender, disability, socioeconomic status, cultural orientation, national origin, and age. (from the CSU San Bernardino University Diversity Committee Statement of Commitment to Diversity, 1995)

In keeping with the university’s Commitment to Diversity, the faculty of the College of Education fully support the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Faculty will provide reasonable accommodation to any student with a disability who is registered with the Office of Services to Students with Disabilities and who needs and requests accommodation.

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