CEIT111 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION

Course Code:4300111
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):4 (3.00 - 2.00)
ECTS Credit:6.0
Department:Computer Education and Instructional Technology
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Assist.Prof.Dr CENGİZ SAVAŞ AŞKUN
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

The main objective of the course is to enable participants to acquire an integrated understanding of:

  • The terminology and concepts of computing and computer literacy,
  • The role of computers in society, organizations and education,
  • Using word-processing, spreadsheet and presentation software,
  • The use of information technology in educational settings.

Course Content

Information systems in education and introduction to computers. Evolution of computers. Data presentation. Components of computer systems: the CPU, input-output devices, auxillary storage devices, microcomputers, operating systems and environments, Windows. Managing text: processors. Managing numbers: spreadsheets. Impact of computers on society, computer ethics, security.


Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:

  • Become familiar with the terminology and concepts of computing and computer literacy and tell about them.
  • Examine and explain the role of computers in society, organizations and educational settings.
  • Use word-processing, spreadsheet and presentation software to produce learning and teaching materials.
  • Evaluate the use of information technology in educational settings for enhancing learning and teaching effectiveness.

Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1They have the skill and knowledge to use information technologies.✔
2They use information technology to access information, and they analyze, synthesize, and evaluate knowledge by adapting to new situations.✔
3They use strategies and techniques based on learning theories and apply them to solve instructional problems in a systemic and systematic way✔
4They have skill and knowledge in analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation in instructional design process.✔
5They implement learning-teaching methods and techniques in computer education.✔
6They have knowledge, skill and competency about computer hardware, operating systems, computer networks and programming languages.✔
7They determine measurement and evaluation methods and techniques used in computer education.✔
8They have the ability to conduct and present results of intra-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary researches in the field of instructional technology.✔
9They comprehend project management processes and implement and present projects electronically.✔
10They have critical thinking and problem solving skills.✔
11They have social communication and cultural exchange skills.✔
12They have legal knowledge, skills and attitudes required for teaching profession and apply them in the learning environment.✔

0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution