CEIT626 ADVANCED READINGS IN INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY
| Course Code: | 4300626 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Computer Education and Instructional Technology |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. GÖKNUR KAPLAN, Assoc.Prof.Dr. ERKAN ER |
| Offered Semester: | Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
By the end of CEIT 626, students will:
- Understand the scope and foundations of instructional technology, including its key concepts, terminology, and major theoretical perspectives.
- Analyze the historical evolution of instructional technology and its influence on educational practices and technological innovations.
- Evaluate current trends and emerging technologies in instructional design and learning environments, considering their implications for diverse contexts.
- Develop critical perspectives on the future of the instructional technology field by integrating research findings, professional standards, and global trends.
- Engage in scholarly inquiry by writing research-informed short papers, major assignments, and a term paper that demonstrate academic rigor.
- Demonstrate reflective practice by actively participating in class discussions and critically analyzing personal learning experiences.
Course Content
Advanced review of theory and research in the field of Instructional SystemsTechnology. Review of all of the majortrends, theories and future issues of the field. In addition to these, revisiting of both historical and current issues of the Instructional Technology.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
- Identify and define key concepts, principles, and models in instructional technology.
- Explain and critique the historical milestones and paradigm shifts that shaped the field.
- Analyze and interpret current research, reports, and case studies on instructional technology applications.
- Predict and justify possible future developments in the field based on trends, innovations, and socio-technical changes.
- Synthesize theoretical and practical knowledge in short weekly papers and project-based assignments.
- Apply scholarly writing conventions to produce coherent, evidence-based arguments in all course submissions.
- Reflect on and articulate personal viewpoints regarding the role of instructional technology in various learning contexts.
- Collaborate effectively in academic discussions, demonstrating respect for diverse perspectives and constructive engagement.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | Design, run and report scientific research. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Publish research findings in national and international conferences and scientific journals. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Design, develop, implement and evaluate instructional systems. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Explain and use the theories, concepts and terminology of the instructional technology field in place. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Use the literature in accordance with the ethical rules. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Collect quantitative and qualitative data by using the appropriate methods. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Analyze quantitative and qualitative data by using appropriate tools. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Design, develop, implement and evaluate educational software. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | Design, develop, implement and evaluate technology enhanced learning environments. | ✔ | |||
| 10 | Design, implement and evaluate the process of integration of technology in education. | ✔ | |||
| 11 | Develop and implement creative and innovative theories and concepts in the instructional technology field. | ✔ | |||
| 12 | Share the theories, concepts, processes and research findings with the national and international community. | ✔ | |||
| 13 | Leads the improvements in the instructional technology field. | ✔ | |||
| 14 | Entrepreneur and innovative. | ✔ | |||
| 15 | Contribute to the development of relationship with other disciplines related to the field. | ✔ | |||
| 16 | Develop self-regulation skills in the learning process and use them effectively. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution