About the Classroom Technology Institute (CTI)
CTI offers graduate-level courses each summer session. Courses teach effective, creative, and appropriate ways to integrate technology into the K-12 curriculum. Courses are hands-on in the computer labs; however, objectives go beyond the technology itself to emphasize instruction and integration. Classes cover such topics as enhancing instruction using emerging technologies, integrating technology into the curriculum, evaluating the benefits of software applications, and understanding the impact of technology on teaching and learning.
Summer 2009 Classes
EDI593.01 SMART Boards for Educators
F: May 29, June 12, 5:00-9:00 pm
S/U: May 30, May 31, June 13, June 14, 9:00 am-5:30 pm
Instructor: Paul Rubeo
rubeop@newpaltz.edu
Interactive whiteboards are increasingly becoming an important tool for classroom instruction. Teachers can create effective presentations that are designed for diverse learners. Properly designed lessons can be interactive and student-centered. They are also useful as a tool for distance learning. Participants in this class will be introduced to the interactive whiteboard, its uses and associated resources. They will also be challenged to create a series of teaching and learning activities using an interactive SMART Board.
EDI593.02 Google Applications for Teachers
M/W: May 26 – June 29, 5:00-9:00 pm
Instructor: Ed Spence
mrspence2008@gmail.com
Free online web applications in the classroom will be explored and multiple online authoring tools will be used to create computer-based instructional materials. Design, development, and formative evaluation of objectives-based instructional materials for students will be explored and teachers will learn how to better incorporate educational technology in the K-12 classroom. The course will also include best-practices classroom management techniques to be discussed throughout lab assignments. Online web applications include: Blogger, Google & YouTube Video, Google Calendar, Picasa photo-editor, Google Documents, Google Earth, Google Sketchup and others.
EDI593.10 Emerging Technology for Educators
M-F, July 6-17, 8:00 am-12:00 pm
Instructor: Janet Luch
luchj@newpaltz.edu
Emerging technologies such as Blogs, RSS, WebQuests, Second Life and podcasting as well as advanced features of PowerPoint have implications for teachers in K-12 settings. Using various types of search engines, an introduction to assistive technology and Universal Design for Learning, students will explore these technologies and develop curriculum for use in multimedia, inclusive classrooms.
EDI593.11 SMART Boards for Educators
M-F, July 6-10, 8:00am-4:00 pm
Instructor: Ed Spence
mrspence2008@gmail.com
Interactive whiteboards are increasingly becoming an important tool for classroom instruction. Teachers can create effective presentations that are designed for diverse learners. Properly designed lessons can be interactive and student-centered. They are also useful as a tool for distance learning. Participants in this class will be introduced to the interactive whiteboard, its uses and associated resources. They will also be challenged to create a series of teaching and learning activities using an interactive SMART Board.
How to Register
To register for CTI course, go to the Summer Session Web site for instructions on registering by Web, by mail, or in person.
Contact Us
Doreen Lyons
Regional Education
845-257-2909
lyonsd@newpaltz.edu
Vicki Vincent
Regional Education
845-257-2904
vincentv@newpaltz.edu
Karen Bell
Associate Dean, School of Education
Old Main Building 104
845-257-2804
bellk@newpaltz.edu