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EDU 670 Classroom Management (Doane College ONLINE CLASS) A review of research on academic and behavioral interventions and on school, teacher, and instructional effectiveness. Activities, management, and teacher organizational tasks in the classroom are also considered.
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EDU 601 Critical Issues in Curriculum and Instruction (5-day Doane College Class) (Core course for the Master of Education degree) This course considers current social, political, and economic issues affecting curriculum and schooling. Course discussions and reading focus on, but will not be limited to, curriculum reform, alternative teaching and learning paradigms, classroom management, public school finance and law, multicultural education, educational philosophy, and topics selected by class members. At the conclusion of the course students develop a personal curriculum platform based on their understanding of the issues and how these issues affect the school environment.
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EDU 666 Classroom Computer Applications (5-day Doane College Class) A examination of the methods and materials for using microcomputers to enhance instruction in the K-12 classroom. The use and evaluation of available software, the organization and development of teaching units which integrate microcomputer use, and the evaluation of computer hardware are given particular attention.
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Bring your own camera or use ours. This is a basic skills workshop that will cover the various settings available on your camera, some tips for selecting a camera, taking good pictures and organization strategies for storing those photos. We will use photo editing software that comes on you computer or is free/nearly free to produce the best possible pictures and optimize them for emailing, sharing over the web or using in a project. Hands-on activities demonstrate how cameras can become learning tools in the classroom and be used to create memorable family projects.
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EDU 699 Multicultural Art in the Classroom (5-day Doane College Class)
This course is designed to provide additional multicultural art experiences suitable for the K-8 classroom. This course will offer a wide variety of creative multicultural ideas appropriate for different age levels. The course will also focus on art techniques that do not require expensive equipment. Students will design multicultural art lessons appropriate for their classroom and be able to use their art as an instructional tool in the classroom setting. Students will have time to make examples for their classroom. This is a "hands-on" class. An art supply fee of approximately $35.00 will be collected at the first class meeting.
When: July 21 - 25, 2008 from 8-5
Where: ESU #17 Tech. Center, Ainsworth, NE
Cost: $531 plus $25 application fee plus $35 art supply fee
Deadline: May 15 , 2008
Contact: Jeff McQuistan
Mission Statement
ESU 17 is committed to partnering with its schools by providing support and resources to enhance teaching and learning.
Locations
Ainsworth Office
207 North Main Street
Ainsworth, NE 69210
(402)387-1420
Ainsworth Technology Center
1292 East 4th Street
Ainsworth, NE 69210
(402)387-2520
Valentine Media Center
348 North Main St.
Valentine, NE 69201
(402) 376-1444
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on May 15, 2008
Smart Ways to Use Your SmartBoard
SmartBoards can be more than just a basic presentation tool. Learn to use the SmartBoard and its tools to create interactive and engaging lessons. Classroom implementation will be modeled and shared. This will be a hands-on workshop.
When: July 23, 2008 from 9 - 3:30
Where: ESU #17 Tech. Center, Ainsworth, NE
Deadline: July 16, 2008
Contact: Mary Gurney & Patty Finney
Podcasting is the next wave in creative communication allowing anyone with audio and video recording software and an Internet connection to begin producing their own podcasts. Your podcast can highlight your classroom, your community, or just about anything you and your students can dream up.
When: August 6, 2008 from 9 - 3:30
Where: ESU #17 Tech. Center, Ainsworth, NE
Deadline: July 30, 2008
Contact: Patty Finney
Angel is a learning management system that is available to all our schools. Learn how Angel can enhance your current classroom practices. We will show you how students can use the online capabilities of Angel to complete assignments, download resources, participate in online discussion groups and communicate with their teacher and class.
When: August 12, 2008 from 9 - 3:30
Where: ESU #17 Tech. Center, Ainsworth, NE
Deadline: August 5 , 2008
Contact: Mary Gurney & Patty Finney