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University of Phoenix Online Campus
Masters of Adult Education and Distance Learning
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| Professional Communications |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This course provides
new graduate students in University of Phoenix programs with an
introduction to strategies for academic success within the University of
Phoenix adult learning model. Topics include oral and written
communication, methods for finding and evaluating course resources,
critical thinking, the purpose and use of portfolios, program standards,
stress and time management, and Learning Team processes.
1 credit.
My Reflection:
Professional
Communications was my introduction to distance learning in the Internet
environment. The two week class focused upon the skills needed to
succeed in the online distance learning environment, including time
management and written communication. This course, facilitated by Gail
Palumbo was an important first step in learning about distance education.
This was the first time I experienced true adult education. I
learned not only from the facilitator, but also from my classmates who
lived around the world.
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Foundations of Distance Education and
Training |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This course
focuses on the principles of distance education as a medium for course,
degree, or training-based instruction. The history, technologies,
philosophies, and best practices associated with distance learning will be
presented and analyzed. Current and future critical issues that impact the
teaching/learning environment
in distance delivery modalities also will be examined. 2 credits.
My Reflection:
Foundations of Distance Education and Training
not only reviewed traditional teaching philosophy, it allowed an
opportunity to explore how to apply my teaching knowledge to distance
education. I personally found this course interesting because I was
able to reflect upon my earlier experience in distance education.
Technology is amazing! Twelve years ago, distance education
technology consisted of televised satellite broadcasts. Contact with
the instructor was via speakerphone, recorded audiotapes, and handwritten
notes. I am amazed at the technology behind University of Phoenix,
BlackBoard, and WebEX (to name a few).
View my work:
Profile of a Distance Learner
BlackBoard Release 6
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Adult Learning: Theories, Principles, and
Applications |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This course
focuses on adult development and learning theories. Students will identify
the stages of adult development and examine the concept of andragogy
versus pedagogy. Major theories of adult learning and how they relate to
instructional practices will be explored. Intelligence, learning styles,
and motivation are discussed in the context of teaching adult learners.
Emphasis will be placed on teaching and learning models and strategies and
effective practices in distance
education.
My Reflection:
Andragogy. Before this class, I was
clueless. What in the world is andragogy? In Adult Learning:
Theories, Principles, and Applications, I quickly learned that andragogy
was the science of helping adults learn. In a paper written on the
topic, I stated, "By means of research
and personal experience, this writer finds that although adults
fundamentally learn the same way as children, the learning needs of adults
are very different from the learning needs of children." This course
I learned how to help adults learn.
View my work:
Pedagogy and Andragogy: A Comparison and Contrast
Lifelong Learning
Philosophy Statement of Adult Education
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| Instructional Design |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This course is designed to provide
students with the instructional planning skills they need to develop
educational courses and materials for adult learners. Students will study
the relevant theories of instructional design and apply proven procedures
for designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating objectives-based
instruction. Specific focus will be given to the creation of materials
appropriate for adult learners in classrooms and learning at a distance,
including attention to life experiences, entry level skills, motivational
needs, and modes of delivery. 3 credits
My Reflection:
Instructional Design provided a review of how to construct
an instructional plan. I also learned in this course, how to conduct
a needs assessment and why a needs assessment should be conducted before
creating an instructional plan.
View My Work:
Needs
Assessment
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Assessment and Evaluation in E-Education |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide: This
course focuses on developing the skills necessary to become effective
assessors of adult learners. Students learn the fundamentals of traditional
testing and explore how to design alternative assessments in an electronic
environment. Interpretation of assessment data, strategies for
tracking student progress, and communicating results based on clear criteria
and standards will be presented. Critical assessment issues facing distance
education programs will be analyzed and debated. 3 credits.
My Reflection:
Assessment and Evaluation in E-Education not only provided
a review of traditional assessments and testing, Philomena McPhee, the
facilitator for the course, also provided detailed information on
alternative assessment and rubric building. Many traditional
assessments can be modified for the use E-Education, but distance-learning
is ripe for the use of alternative assessment. In this course I
learned how to apply my assessment knowledge to the online
distance-learning environment.
View My Work:
A
Reaction to Criteria and/or Standards for Performance Assessment:
Implementing Performance Assessment in the Classroom
Alternative Assessment Reaction
Standardized Assessment Reaction
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Research and Ethics in
E-Education |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide: This
course is an overview of the fundamentals of research and is designed to
provide students with the basic knowledge and skills needed to be successful
in graduate level studies. Ethical issues related to research, including
basic theory and practice, professional codes of ethics, governmental
regulations, confidentiality, and present and future controversies
surrounding the integration of technology into instructional processes will
be of focus. Students will address the issues of information and
intellectual property, privacy issues in a digital environment and the
relationship of individual, governmental and societal concerns in an ever
advancing and changing electronic community. 3 credits.
My Reflection:
Although Research and Ethics in E-Education was one of the
most difficult courses I encountered while pursuing my advanced degree, it
was the course where I learned the value of team work and the merits of
persistence. The statistical portion of the course was a struggle,
but with the aid of my teammates and persistence, I was able to grasp the
concept of statistics.
View My Work:
Ethics
and Society: Stephanie Lavan’s Opinion
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| Information Technology |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This course introduces the
fundamentals of computer systems and information processing in today's work
environment. The course will explain the roles of information systems,
systems development, operating systems and programming, relational
databases, networking concepts, and the Internet.
My Reflection:
Information Technology (EDTC 550) was much more technical
than I expected when beginning the course. Because I was unfamiliar
with the intricacies of information systems, operating systems, and
networking concepts, this was truly a learning experience. Upon
completion of this course, I had a better understanding of IT.
View My Work:
Rock and
Roll Hall of Fame and Museum: A Virtual Tour
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Applications of Multimedia and Web Page
Design |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This course examines the use of
multimedia in the context of distance education. This course focuses on the
elements of multimedia, the principles of Web-page design, and the
integration of multimedia. This course will analyze the appropriate uses of
multimedia in the context of instruction, learning, and training. 3 credits.
My Reflection:
Applications of Multimedia and Web Page Design is the
course I am currently taking. At first I was frightened by the
content of this course. Web page design! At the beginning of
the course I was clueless as to how to create a web site. Eager to
learn, I quickly embraced Microsoft FrontPage and began to build this web
site. With every page I create I am growing with confidence and new
knowledge. Because this course has tapped into my creative side, it
has been one of the most exciting, fun courses I have taken through the
University of Phoenix.
View My Work:
Instructional Project
using PowerPoint
My Web Site:
https://www.angelfire.com/moon2/stephanielavanplease/
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| Courseware Authoring |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This courses compares and contrasts different approaches to courseware
authoring. A development life cycle model is examined that includes
analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation, deliver, and
support. An emphasis is placed upon the design and development of Web
delivered courseware. 3 credits.
Expected Start Date: 1/13/05
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E-Education in the Global Environment |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This course focuses on the business of distance education from a global
perspective. Educational systems, cultural differences as well as curricula
of various global environments are explored. Students will study political
and cultural issues that impact education and its delivery of education
through distance education modalities. 3 credits.
Expected Start Date: 3/03/05
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| E-Education Capstone |
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Description from the
University of Phoenix Curriculum Guide:
This is the final course in the E-Education program. Students will
synthesize and integrate theories and practices learned from all courses in
the program and apply them toward the development of a culminating design
project. This course is an exercise in the practical application of new
knowledge learned so that students exiting the program will be proficient in
constructing courses and rich learning environment for effective instruction
with a variety of learners. 3 credits.
Expected Start Date: 4/21/05
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University of
Phoenix. (2004). Online Campus Student Catalog, 31(1), 219.
Retrieved Nov 24, 2004, from University of Phoenix Student Web Web site:
https://mycampus.phoenix.edu
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