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MEDT 7487 E01 Spring 2018 1 MEDT 7487 E01 Practicum, Spring 2018 Class Information Class Meeting/Time/Location: CourseDen Instructor Information: Dr. L. Dawn Putney o Telephone: 678-839-6151 o E-mail: [email protected] o Office Location:150 Education Annex o Office Hours: by appointment Support for Courses – hyperlinks are below, full url addresses are at the end of the document. CourseDen D2L Home Page D2L UWG Online Help (M-F:8 AM – 5 PM) Call: 678-839-6248 or 1- 855-933-8946 or email: [email protected] 24/7/365 D2L Help Center Call 1-855-772-0423 University Bookstore Student Services Center for Academic Success 678-839-6280 Distance Learning Library Services Ingram Library Services College of Education Vision and Mission Statements COE Vision The College of Education at the University of West Georgia will be recognized for Leading a New World of Learning, with relevant and innovative programs that change lives and contribute to the betterment of society.
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MEDT 7487 E01 Spring 2018

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MEDT 7487 E01 Practicum, Spring 2018

Class InformationClass Meeting/Time/Location: CourseDenInstructor Information:

Dr. L. Dawn Putney o Telephone: 678-839-6151 o E-mail: [email protected] Office Location:150 Education Annexo Office Hours: by appointment

Support for Courses – hyperlinks are below, full url addresses are at the end of the document.

CourseDen D2L Home PageD2L UWG Online Help (M-F:8 AM – 5 PM) Call: 678-839-6248 or 1-855-933-8946 or email: [email protected]/7/365 D2L Help Center Call 1-855-772-0423University BookstoreStudent ServicesCenter for Academic Success 678-839-6280Distance Learning Library ServicesIngram Library Services

College of Education Vision and Mission Statements

COE VisionThe College of Education at the University of West Georgia will be recognized for Leading a New World of Learning, with relevant and innovative programs that change lives and contribute to the betterment of society.

COE MissionLocally connected and globally relevant, the Mission of the College of Education is to prepare graduates for meaningful, professional careers in diverse settings. With three dynamic areas of focus – Educator Preparation, Clinical Practice, and Human Performance – and programs that range from undergraduate through doctoral study, we are committed to excellence in teaching, professional service, engaged partnerships, and applied research. 

The vision and mission of the College of Education at UWG form the basis on which programs, courses, experiences, and outcomes are created. National and state standards AASL and ISTE are

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incorporated as criteria against which candidates are measured. This course’s objectives, activities, and assignments are related directly to the appropriate standards.

COURSE INFORMATION

Course DescriptionThe course provides an overview of systematic approaches to instructional planning, development, and evaluation.

Required Text: American Association of School Librarians. (2009). Empowering Learners: Guidelines for School Library Media Programs. Chicago: American Library Association.

Additional Resources: American Association of School Librarians.

(2007). AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner http://www.ala.org/aasl/guidelinesandstandards/learningstandards/standards Download this document.

International Society for Technology in Education. (2016, 2008). NETS for Students and NETS for Educators Download these documents.

Microsoft Campus AgreementSoftware available through Student Information Technology Services

APA ManualIf you do not already own a copy of the 6th edition of the APA Manual you probably will want to go ahead and get a copy of this resource. American Psychological Association. (2009). Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (6th edition).

Required Instructional Resource: Tk20 SubscriptionDetails available at the University Bookstore or at the UWG Tk20 information site You only need to purchase Tk20 if your program is using Tk20. If you have purchased a subscription previously, DO NOT re-subscribe. For more information about this resource, see the UWG Tk20 information site . For assistance, email tk20 @westga.edu . If your program uses Tk20, you are encouraged to upload the ID Models Comparison paper, Student/Client Instruction project, and Professional Development project in the Artifacts tab in Tk20 so that you will have access to them in case you might want to include them in your program portfolio.

Course References: A list of course references can be found at the end of this document.

Approaches to InstructionInstruction in this course will take place through online tools such as discussion boards, chat rooms, posting materials within CourseDen, and on the UWG server. This course will be delivered approximately 100% online. This requires the online equivalent of 2250 minutes of instruction (seat-time) and an additional 4500 minutes of supporting activities.

Online Participation requires approximately 250 instructional equivalent minutes and 500 supporting activity minutes

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Volunteer Experience Conference require approximately 60 instructional equivalent minutes and 120 supporting activity minutes

Volunteer Experience Documents requires approximately 450 instructional equivalent minutes and 900 supporting activity minutes

Two-Year School wide Plan requires approximately 300 instructional equivalent minutes and 600 supporting activity minutes

Research Models requires approximately 190 instructional equivalent minutes and 380 supporting activity minutes

Portfolio Matrix requires approximately 450 instructional equivalent minutes and 900 supporting activity minutes

Roles of Media Specialist Portfolio requires 600 approximately instructional equivalent minutes and 1200 supporting activity minutes

Additionally, it is anticipated, students will need to work independently for twice the number minutes listed above to complete the online activities. Since students work at various paces in an online environment, the total number of minutes required to complete the course will vary among students. The minutes indicated above are estimates. Overall students should probably spend about 9 hours each week on this course.

Course Objectives and Learning OutcomesStudents will:

1. document experience in all phases of the day-to-day operation of the school library media center (AASL, 2003) (Decisive, Leading, Inquisitive, Adaptive, Collaborative, Culturally sensitive, Empathetic, Knowledgeable, Proactive, Reflective; NBPTS 3, 4; AASL/GaPSC 1.1/1.i, 1.2/1.ii, 1.3/1.iii, 1.4/1.iv, 2.1/2.i, 2.2/2.ii, 2.3/2.iii, 3.1/3.i, 3.2/3.ii, 3.3/3.iii, 4.1.4.i, 4.2/4.ii, 4.3/4.iii);

2. document knowledge of media center responsibilities in the school library media center (AASL, 2003) (Decisive, Leading, Inquisitive, Adaptive, Collaborative, Culturally sensitive, Empathetic, Knowledgeable, Proactive, Reflective; NBPTS 3, 4; AASL/GaPSC 1.1/1.i, 1.2/1.ii, 1.3/1.iii, 1.4/1.iv, 2.1/2.i, 2.2/2.ii, 2.3/2.iii, 3.1/3.i, 3.2/3.ii, 3.3/3.iii, 4.1.4.i, 4.2/4.ii, 4.3/4.iii);

3. document collaboration with classroom teachers, media specialists, and technology specialists (AASL, 2003) (Decisive, Leading, Inquisitive, Adaptive, Collaborative, Culturally sensitive, Empathetic, Knowledgeable, Proactive, Reflective; NBPTS 3, 4; AASL/GaPSC 1.1/1.i, 1.2/1.ii, 1.3/1.iii, 1.4/1.iv, 2.1/2.i, 2.2/2.ii, 2.3/2.iii, 3.1/3.i, 3.2/3.ii, 3.3/3.iii, 4.1.4.i, 4.2/4.ii, 4.3/4.iii);

4. describe appropriate service of special needs and multicultural groups in the school library media center (i.e., language minority students and/or individuals with either visual disability, physical disability, learning disability, or speech and hearing impairment) (AASL, 2003) (Decisive, Leading, Inquisitive, Adaptive, Collaborative, Culturally sensitive, Empathetic, Knowledgeable, Proactive, Reflective; NBPTS 3, 4; AASL/GaPSC 1.1/1.i, 1.2/1.ii, 1.3/1.iii, 1.4/1.iv, 2.1/2.i, 2.2/2.ii, 2.3/2.iii, 3.1/3.i, 3.2/3.ii, 3.3/3.iii, 4.1.4.i, 4.2/4.ii, 4.3/4.iii);

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5. develop a professional portfolio reflecting the course work and volunteer experience activities they completed through the program (AASL, 2003) (Decisive, Leading, Inquisitive, Adaptive, Collaborative, Culturally sensitive, Empathetic, Knowledgeable, Proactive, Reflective; NBPTS 3, 4; AASL/GaPSC 1.1/1.i, 1.2/1.ii, 1.3/1.iii, 1.4/1.iv, 2.1/2.i, 2.2/2.ii, 2.3/2.iii, 3.1/3.i, 3.2/3.ii, 3.3/3.iii, 4.1.4.i, 4.2/4.ii, 4.3/4.iii).

Assignments and Evaluation Procedures

Activities and Assessments:

Participation in on-line class activities Posting Discussion Board responses by due dates Submitting assignments by due dates Since this is an online course, you are responsible for monitoring your work time in order

to complete and submit assignments by the established due dates. Assignments will be accepted late but there will be a loss of points due to the lateness of submission – at least 1 point per day that an assignment is late. All assignments must be submitted by the date indicated in the schedule at the end of this syllabus in order to be considered.

Throughout the course students will have opportunities to read, reflect on, and respond to comments and ideas posted by other students. Participation in the discussion will greatly enhance student learning.

Students will complete the assigned online activities. Students are expected to participate in any required online sessions and to participate weekly in discussions. Students can expect responses from the instructor within 48 hours. If students have any problems with CourseDen they are to contact the Distance Office for assistance and the instructor immediately. The help line e-mail address is on page one of this syllabus as well as the distance office e-mail address and phone number. If this fails call the Distance Learning Office and then the instructor for assistance. Remember, there are computer labs on campus for student use. There will be opportunities to interact with the instructor and other students through chat, discussion boards, and other tools.

Students need to go through the tutorials that are available by clicking on the “Student” tab at the top of the CourseDen page. Do not wait to ask for help with CourseDen. Seek assistance immediately (see contact info on page 1).

Extra credit is not available for assignments in this course All student work submitted during the course is required to be original. Work created in another course will not be excepted unless approved by the instructor. All assignments must follow APA format unless otherwise specified. Always double check documents attached or posted. Make sure the file extension is

correct. You cannot attach or post a document while it is open on your computer. The person on the other end will not be able to open it. For example, if your file extension is .lnk the file cannot be opened. Word document files will have .doc or .docx as the file extension. PowerPoint files will have .ppt or .pptx as the file extension.

(Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4; teacher observation)

Introduction and Mentor Information discussion boardsStudents will post an introduction on the Introduction discussion board and will post their mentor information on the Mentor Information discussion board.

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Volunteer Experience Activities Checklist and Time Log in CourseDen assignment folderThe student must submit the volunteer experience checklist in the assignment folder in CourseDen during the first week of the semester. The instructor will review the checklist to determine if a phone/chat/in person conference is necessary to discuss any remaining volunteer experience requirements that have not been completed.(Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; knowledge, disposition; checklist)

Final Volunteer Experience Documentation in Tk20 Volunteer Experience Activities Checklist and Time Log: Students must complete the

Activities Checklist and Time Log. Volunteer Experience Reflections with Thoughts on Required Readings: Students

will compile a reflection of volunteer experiences during the program. Topics that must be addressed include:o OVERALL VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE REFLECTION. Provide an overall

reflection on most impressive experiences in the field throughout the program. (This should be the reflections you’ve written each semester since beginning the program.)

o SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS. How are needs of exceptional students addressed in the media program?

o MULTICULTURALISM. How is multiculturalism addressed in the media program?o ETHICS. After reviewing materials, what did you read about ethics in the workplace

that most impressed you? o ADVOCACY. After reviewing materials, what do you think are the most effective

means for advocacy for media programs?o COPYRIGHT. After reviewing materials, post your thoughts on copyright. Do you

feel teachers should be made aware that they can legally do more with copyrighted materials than some guidelines indicate? What is the most effective way to provide information about electronic copyright for teachers? How will you, as copyright officer in your school, explain about fair use?

o COLLABORATION. Include some examples of how collaboration took place during time in the field.

o PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION. Explain the contributions and duties required of para-professionals, parent volunteers, and student workers in the media program.

The reflection, can be submitted as a single Word or PDF document or added to the end of the Activities Checklist and Time Log.

The Activities Checklist/Time Log/Reflection must be submitted in Tk20 by the specified date.

School Data (demographic info) for Full Days: You must complete the two school data forms for the two levels other than where you completed most of your volunteer hours. These forms should have been completed in MEDT 7477 and MEDT 7478. If you were not required to take one of those courses in your program, please let your instructor know immediately so the appropriate form can be sent to you in Tk20 in this course.

(Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; knowledge, skills, disposition; checklist)

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Two-Year Schoolwide Library Media Plan – in CourseDen assignment folder Students will design a two-year library media program plan for a school or district. This plan should include at least ten (10) programs to be implemented over the two-year period with at least five (5) different school populations addressed (so all students in the school are involved). If desired, a theme may be chosen for each one of the two years of the plan (example: “Go green” one year, “Olympics” one year, etc.) Each program should include a detailed description and indicate age-appropriate activities, content area activities, timeline for the events, PR advertisements used, funding if required, and a bibliography (APA format) of all resources used in developing the plan. The plan can be completed as a group of up to four and will be submitted in the assignment folder.

Research Models Exploration – in CourseDen assignment folderStudents will explore and compare a variety of research models that are most frequently used with students in PreK-12 schools and adult learners in other settings. As each model is explored, information will be recorded on the form provided. Connections between the research models and Information Literacy Standards and Technology Standards must also be identified. After all of the specified models have been explored, students will complete the other sections on the form - comparison of the models and description of the potential use for each model. Specific criteria will be posted in the “Research Models” learning module in the Content section of the course page in CourseDen.(Objective 3; checklist)

Portfolio Matrix – draft in CourseDen assignment folder, final in Roles PortfolioStudents will develop an electronic portfolio reflecting their accomplishments throughout the program based on their course work, volunteer experience opportunities, and reflections. Early in the semester students must submit the matrix with their selected artifacts listed, but not linked (at least one artifact per outcome). The final matrix must include all of the reflections connecting projects to the standards (these reflections will also be included in the Roles of the Media Specialist/Portfolio presentation – think of the matrix as your storyboard). The instructor will provide feedback to make sure students are on the right track. The portfolio will be built by writing a commentary that connects projects to the Roles of the SLMS presentation; no links are required to projects within the matrix, just the name of each project you use to associate with the standard/outcome. Students will link to the matrix within the final Role of the MS/Portfolio. The draft version of the matrix will be submitted in the assignment folder and the final version will be included in the Roles Portfolio. (Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; knowledge, skills, disposition; rubric)

Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio – draft in CourseDen assignment folder, final in Tk20

Students will develop a presentation on the Role of the Media Specialist which should include a link to the final Matrix and information on how strong media programs impact student achievement. Students will research several studies related to the impact of library media center programs on student achievement and discuss the role of the media specialist as related to student learning (i.e., Lance, Todd, Baumbach, Callison, Kuhlthau, Smith, etc.). This portfolio

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presentation should reflect the course work you have completed during your program, your volunteer experience opportunities, and your interpretation of Empowering Learners / AASL national standards. The final electronic presentation will include links to artifacts and reflective statements demonstrating competencies related to the AASL national standards for media specialists – use the matrix as a storyboard/guide. Presentation should include:

Explanation of the five roles of the LMS as defined in Empowering Learners Discussion of how course projects and volunteer experience helped you achieve program

outcomes (based on AASL standards) Explanation of how the media program impacts student achievement based on research

studies Links to final matrix and all artifacts used as evidence of outcomes mastered.

Students may use weebly, google (both recommended), wix, wiki, PowerPoint, or possibly another web 2.0 tool. The URL for a draft of the portfolio will be submitted in CourseDen assignment folder and the URL for the final portfolio will be submitted in Tk20.(Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5; knowledge, skills, disposition; rubric)

Evaluation Procedures:

Students will be assessed according to the course objectives with the following points: All Online Submissions On Time: 100 points, teacher observation assessment, due

weekly Volunteer Experience Activities Checklist/Time Log: 50 points, checklist assessment,

due Volunteer Experience Documentation: 200 points, rubric assessment, due Two-Year Schoolwide Plan: 100 points, checklist assessment, due Research Models: 50 points, checklist assessment, due Portfolio Matrix: draft 50 points, final 100 points, checklist assessment, due Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio: draft 100 points, final 250 points, rubric

assessment, due Total possible points for course: 1000

Participation in online activities, submitting assignments by specified due date, completing assignments without spelling and grammatical errors required.

Grading Policy:Students will be graded using the following scale:A = 90-100%, B = 80-89%, C = 70-79%, F = 69% and below

COE WRITING EXPECTATION AND RUBRIC

IMPORTANT: It is important that you take your writing in this class very seriously. In addition to the criteria delineated above, structural, grammar, and/or mechanical errors will result in a loss of points. Papers or projects with numerous structural, grammar or mechanical errors will NOT pass. If you are not a very good writer, you will need to find a writing tutor or helper to proofread your papers. If you are concerned about your proficiency, please make use of the UWG Writing Center or a personal tutor.

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Students will write in standard English, defined as using the rules and patterns of English associated with educated citizens. This includes writing with clarity, complexity, and good organization, using prescribed rules for syntax, grammar, usage, and punctuation, and adhering to APA formatting.

Rubric

1=Unacceptable: There is confusion about the topic with absence of support for main ideas; there is little or no awareness of the intended audience; paper lacks organization; paragraph structure is weak; syntax is garbled (e.g. word choice and order often does not make sense or is confusing); paper contains multiple and serious errors of sentence structure (e.g., run-on sentences, fragments), grammar, spelling, capitalization, and/or punctuation; formatting not appropriate to the assignment.

2=Emerging: Needs Improvement: Ideas are mostly simplistic and unfocused, there is little awareness of the intended audience; paragraphs are mostly stand-alones, with few transitions; the organization, while attempted, is still disjointed; the syntax is weak (e.g., very simplistic word choices and/or sentences that do not make sense); there are several errors in sentence structure (e.g., run-on sentences, fragments), grammar, spelling, capitalization, and/or punctuation; formatting is attempted, but poorly done.

3=Proficient: The topic is developed with ideas supported sufficiently; paragraphs are competently structured; there is clear awareness of the intended audience; the organization is competent, without sophistication; the syntax is effective (e.g. with wording and sentences that make clear sense); there is effective and varied sentence structure; the paper contains only occasional errors in grammar, spelling, capitalization, and/or punctuation; there are few formatting errors.

4=Exemplary: There is in-depth development of the topic with ideas well supported; there is accurate awareness of the audience; paragraphs are well-developed and have effective transitions; the organization is appropriate for the assignment; the syntax is rich (e.g., with sophisticated vocabulary); there is variety in sentence style and length, the paper is virtually free of errors in grammar, spelling, capitalization, and/or punctuation; the formatting is appropriate for the assignment.

File Naming ProtocolYou will want to use a consistent file naming protocol in order to keep track of your work and to make it easy for your instructors to identify your work. Trust me, this is designed to make things easier on you when it comes to compiling all of your required assessment and portfolio materials to graduate from the program. This is important: The file name should contain NO SPACES and NO CAPITAL LETTERS. You also want to keep the file names as short as possible! Remember to keep file names as short as possible and keep your files organized so it will be easy for you to find projects when it is time to build your portfolio. Those of you using Tk20 will be able to store projects in that space. Thank you very much for your cooperation!

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CLASS, DEPARTMENT, AND UNIVERSITY POLICIES

CLASS POLICIES

Students are expected to conduct themselves professionally. This is an essential quality for all professionals who work in the schools. Professionalism includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Participating in class activities in the online environment in a positive manner Collaborating and working equitably with students in the class Actively participating in class each week Turning in assignments on time – late submissions will result in a loss of points Completing assignments without spelling and grammatical errors – loss of points will

occur Treating class members and colleagues with respect Limiting disruptions in the online class environment Students who display a lack of professionalism will be contacted by the instructor and

informed of the consequences

If you have a valid reason for missing assignment deadlines, please contact the instructor in advance. Missing deadlines can seriously impact the student’s ability to complete the course satisfactorily.

Students must use Microsoft Office application software (Word, PowerPoint, etc.) to complete written and other assignments. The Microsoft Office software is available to UWG students free of charge (funded by technology fees). If you do not have Microsoft Office, information about acquiring it is available at: UWG Information Technology Services .

For important policy information on the UWG Honor Code, Email, and Credit Hour policies, as well as information on Academic Support and Online Courses, please review the information found in the Common   Language   for Course Syllabi   documentation. Additions and updates are made as institution, state, and federal standards change, so please review it each semester. In addition to the above information the following policies apply to this course.

University Policies

As of July 1, 2017, “campus carry” is in effect at all public universities in Georgia.  There are several restrictions to this law, which are explained at House Bill 280.  Answers to specific questions can be found under the “Additional Information” tab.

Student e-mail PolicyAll formal e-mail communication between instructor and students (outside of CourseDen) will be through campus e-mail (your my.westga.edu e-mail account through gmail). This is a University policy, so it is imperative you check your my.westga.edu e-mail account regularly.

Extra Credit/Duplicative Course Work

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Coursework that will be completed in another course that dovetails with an assignment in this course may be submitted if prior approval is granted by the instructor during the first 10 days of class. If you foresee this possibility, contact the instructor as soon as possible to request approval for dual submission. Extra credit activities are not available in this course.

AttendanceParticipation in all online components of the course is required and will be factored into the course grade.

Academic Honesty All work completed in this course must be original work developed this semester. Students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of academic honesty. Plagiarism occurs when a student uses or purchases ghostwritten papers. It also occurs when a student utilizes ideas or information obtained from another person without giving credit to that person. If plagiarism or another act of academic dishonesty occurs, it will be dealt with in accordance with the academic misconduct policy as stated in the latest Student Handbook and the Graduate Catalog.

Americans with Disabilities ActAll students are provided with equal access to classes and materials, regardless of special needs, temporary or permanent disability, special needs related to pregnancy, etc. If you have any special learning needs, particularly (but not limited to) needs defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, and require specific accommodations, please do not hesitate to make those known, either yourself or through the Coordinator of Disability Services. Students with documented special needs may expect accommodation in relation to classroom accessibility, modification of testing, special test administration, etc. For more information, please contact Disability Services at the University of West Georgia. Any student with a disability documented through Student Services is encouraged to contact the instructor right away so that appropriate accommodations may be arranged. In addition, certain accommodations (which will be discussed in class) are available to all students, within constraints of time and space. Disciplinary procedures described in the latest State University of West Georgia The Connection, Undergraduate Catalog, and Graduate Catalog, will be followed when violations take place. Infractions may include cheating, plagiarism, disruptive behavior, and disorderly conduct.

Additional Support InformationCenter for Academic SuccessThe Center for Academic Success (CAS) provides services, programs, and opportunities to help all undergraduate students succeed academically. The CAS offers free appointment-based peer tutoring in core courses, as well as supplemental instruction (SI)—which is peer-facilitated collaborative learning—in a variety of disciplines. Students seeking help with study skills and strategies can attend workshops though the Academic Success Workshop series, or work individually with either a staff or peer Academic Coach. The Center for Academic Success is located in UCC 200, and can be reached at 678-839-6280 or the email address is [email protected].

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UWG CaresIf you or someone you know is in a distressing situation, support is available at UWG Cares. The website contains access to helpful resources and phone numbers related to emergency or crisis situations and safety concerns, medical concerns, multicultural, psychological and personal issues and interpersonal conflict.

Student ServicesA listing of all services available to students at UWG can be found at Student Services .

Communication Rules and Expectations

Communication RulesYou may consider addressing ways you’ll communicate with students and/or preferred ways to communicate - especially if you have an online course (e.g. via D2L, prefer to send questions via CourseDen).

Network EtiquetteCommunication in an online environment takes special consideration. Consider including a list of tips as described below.

Be sensitive and reflective to what others are saying. Don't use all caps. It is the equivalent of screaming. Don't flame - These are outbursts of extreme emotion or opinion. Think before you hit the post (enter/reply) button. You can't take it back! Don't use offensive language. Use clear subject lines. Don't use abbreviations or acronyms unless the entire class knows them. Be forgiving. Anyone can make a mistake. Keep the dialog collegial and professional.

Expected Response TimesStudents can expect responses to e-mails and discussion board postings within 48 hours. Grading of major assignments/projects will be completed within 72 hours.

Remember that CourseDen will be down occasionally for maintenance. You can click on the Maintenance tab at the top of the CourseDen page to find the schedule. Do not wait until the last minute to post work. Late submissions will be subject to a loss of points. You can always post work early!!Optional online and face-to-face sessions are available if requested. Ask for help if you need it!

If you want to meet with Dr. Putney in the Optional Chat here in CourseDen simply send an e-mail to Dr. Putney here in CourseDen 24 hours prior to day/time you would like to meet.

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Tentative Schedule – always check Announcements on the Course homepage for updates

January 6-12 Drop dates: January 6-10 Add dates: January 6-11 January 12 Make sure tuition and fees are paid to avoid being dropped from courses

January 6-14Activities:

Check for Instructions on CourseDen and if new to CourseDen, use tutorials Review Syllabus Gather information about mentors

Assignments Due: Complete Intro Discussion by January 14 Submit Mentor information on Mentor Information discussion board

January 15-21Activities:

Gather Volunteer Experience documentation Communicate with each other if you want to work in a group on the Two-Year

Schoolwide Media PlanAssignments Due:

Submit Volunteer Experience Activities Checklist/Time Log in the CourseDen assignment folder by January 21

Send an e-mail to Dr. Putney in CourseDen including names of all group members if you want to work in a group on the Two-Year Schoolwide Media Plan

January 22-28Activities:

Work on Two-Year Schoolwide Media PlanAssignments Due:

Meet with Dr. Putney in the Optional Chat if notified there are problems with your Volunteer Experience documentation

January 29-February 4Activities:

Work on Two-Year Schoolwide Media Plan Work on draft Portfolio Matrix Work on draft Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Meet with Dr. Putney in the Optional Chat if notified there are problems with your

Volunteer Experience documentation

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February 5-11Activities:

Complete the Two-Year Schoolwide Media Plan Work on draft Portfolio Matrix Work on draft Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Submit the Two-Year Schoolwide Media Plan in the CourseDen assignment folder by

February 11

February 12-18Activities:

Work on draft Portfolio Matrix Work on draft Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Submit draft Portfolio Matrix in CourseDen assignment folder by February 18

February 19-25Activities:

Work on final Portfolio Matrix Work on draft Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Nothing due this week

February 26-March 4Activities:

Work on final Portfolio Matrix Work on draft Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Submit URL for draft Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio in CourseDen assignment

folder by March 4

March 5-11Activities:

Work on final Portfolio Matrix Work on final Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Nothing due this week

March 12-18Activities:

Work on final Portfolio Matrix Work on final Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio Work on Volunteer Experience documentation and Reflection

Assignments Due: Nothing due this week

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March 19-25Activities:

This is Spring Break week at UWGAssignments Due:

No assignments due

March 26-April 1Activities:

Work on final Portfolio Matrix Work on final Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio Complete Volunteer Experience documentation and Reflection

Assignments Due: Complete Volunteer Experience documentation and Reflection and submit in Tk20 by

April 1

April 2-8Activities:

Work on final Portfolio Matrix Work on final Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Nothing due this week

April 9-15Activities:

Work on final Portfolio Matrix Work on final Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Complete End of Program Survey in Tk20

April 16-22Activities:

Work on final Portfolio Matrix Work on final Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio

Assignments Due: Submit URL for final Roles of the Media Specialist Portfolio including Portfolio Matrix

in Tk20 by April 22

April 23-29Activities:

Work on Research Models Look for information regarding Course Evaluations

Assignments Due: Submit Research Models in CourseDen assignment folder Complete Course Evaluation

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April 30Activities:

Last day course assignments and projects can be submittedAssignments Due:

Submit any remaining assignments

May 10Activities:

Graduation

Remember that late assignments will be accepted, but there will be a loss of points for late assignments. No assignments will be accepted after April 30, 11:00 pm.If you get behind, please contact Dr. Putney ASAP.

Summary of Assignment Due Dates

January 14 – Introduction Discussion Board January 14 – Mentor Information Discussion Board January 21 – Volunteer Experience Activities Checklist/Time Log in CourseDen January 28 – Conference in Optional Chat if needed February 4 – Conference in Optional Chat if needed February 11 – Two-Year Schoolwide Media Plan in CourseDen February 18 – Draft Portfolio Matrix in CourseDen March 4 – URL for draft Roles of Media Specialist Portfolio in CourseDen April 1 – Volunteer Experience Documentation in Tk20 April 15 – End of Program Survey in Tk20 April 22 – Roles of Media Specialist Portfolio and Final Matrix in Tk20 April 29 – Research Models in CourseDen

Course References:

American Association of School Librarians and Association for Educational Communications and Technology. (n.d.). AASL position statements. Retrieved May 8, 2003, from http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/aasl/aaslissues/positionstatements/positionstatements.cfm

Andronik, C. (ed.). (2003). School library management. (5th ed.). Worthington, OH: Linworth.Bradburn, F. (1999). Output measures for school library media programs. New York: Neal-

Schuman.Erikson, R., & Markuson, C. (2001). Designing a school library media center for the future.

Chicago: American Library Association.Everhart, N. (1998). Evaluating the school library media center. Westport, CT: Libraries

Unlimited.Framer, L. S. J. (2001). Teaming with opportunity: Media programs, community constituencies,

and technology. Westport, CT: Libraries Unlimited.Lankford, M. (ed.). (2006). Leadership and the school librarian: Essays from leaders in the field.

Worthington, OH: Linworth.

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Media specialist handbook. (1990). Atlanta, GA: Georgia Department of Education.Public Education Network & American Association of School Librarians. (2001). The

information-powered school. Chicago: American Library Association.Salmon, S. (1996). Power up your library: creating the school library media program. Westport,

CT: Libraries Unlimited.Santa Clara County Office of Education, Library Services. (2001). Where do I start? A school

library handbook. Worthington, OH: Linworth Publishing.Stein, B. L., & Brown, W. (2002). Running a school library media center (2nd ed.) New York:

Neal-Schuman.Wasman, A. M. (1998). New steps to service: Commonsense advice for the school library media

specialist. Chicago: American Library Association.On-line ResourcesGeorgia Department of Education. (n.d.). Retrieved August 1, 2016, from http://www.gadoe.org Georgia Performance Standards. (n.d.). Retrieved August 1, 2016, from

http://www.georgiastandards.org/ Georgia School Demographic Data (n.d.). Retrieved August 1, 2016, from

http://gosa.georgia.gov/

Support for Courses

CourseDen D2L Home Page https://westga.view.usg.edu/D2L UWG Online Help (M-F:8 AM – 5 PM) http://uwgonline.westga.edu/students.phpCall: 678-839-6248 or 1-855-933-8946 or email: [email protected]/7/365 D2L Help Center Call 1-855-772-0423 or search: https://d2lhelp.view.usg.edu/University Bookstore http://www.bookstore.westga.edu/Student Services http://uwgonline.westga.edu/online-student-guide.phpCenter for Academic Success http://www.westga.edu/cas/ 678-839-6280Distance Learning Library Services http://libguides.westga.edu/content.php?pid=194430Ingram Library Services http://www.westga.edu/library/


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