Faculty Training - University of Akron
| 5400:535 (3) |
Instructional Techniques in Technical Education |
| Instructor: |
Dr. Qetler Jensrud |
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This course introduces the necessary information and skills associated with developing, implementing, and evaluating instruction at the postsecondary level. Techniques of instruction related to methods, media and performance assessment will be covered. Participants will create the necessary materials associated with effective instruction. This is a hands-on course where students will create competencies, learning objectives, knowledge and performance assessments, syllabi, detailed lesson plans, PowerPoint and presentation materials according to quality standards from their own field of study. |
Delivery and requirements of this online course will be as follows in a hybrid format with an initial face-to-face meeting, mid-term meeting, and an end-of-term meeting in the fall.
- Meet face-to-face on the campus of Lorain County Community College in the College Center, Room 240.
- Initial class meeting – Friday, August 19, 2011 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
- Any midterm and final class meetings will be determined at the initial class meeting.
- The first meeting will orient learners to the course content, assignments, members of the class, and the new course management system, Desire to Learn (SpringBoard).
- You will need a computer and Internet access to complete all coursework and assignments, etc. online. Textbooks will also need to be purchased. Your instructor will provide information on required textbooks in advance so you can order them for home delivery.
- If you have questions about the course, you can contact the professor, Qetler Jensrud at qetler@uakron.edu.
If you are unable to attend a face-to-face meeting and you have a web cam, you may participate by IVDL (Interactive Video Distance Learning).
This course is one of the 6 courses required for the Postsecondary Teaching Certificate. The 5400 section requires only a Special Non-Degree admission to the University of Akron to enroll in a course.
By enrolling in this course, you are not obligated to complete any additional courses unless you are pursuing the Postsecondary Teaching Certificate or the Master’s degree in Postsecondary Technical Education.
Participants will receive 3 graduate credits for this course and a letter grade will be given.
POSTSECONDARY TEACHING CERTIFICATE CURRICULUM
Required courses
5400:600 (3) The Two-Year College (Offered 2007-2008)
5400:500 (3) Postsecondary Learner (Offered 2008-2009)
5400:520 (3) Postsecondary Instructional Technologies (Offered 2009-2010)
5400:530 (3) Systematic Curriculum Design for Postsecondary Instruction (Offered 2010-2011)
5400:535 (3) Instructional Techniques in Technical Education (Offered 2011-2012)
5400:675 (3) Advanced Instructional Applications Seminar (2012-2013)
All certificate courses count towards a Master’s degree in Postsecondary Technical Education (36 semester hours required). All courses in the degree are also available fully online; therefore those wishing to also complete their master’s degree could take the additional courses online. These additional courses include the following (3 credits each):
- Techniques of Research
- Diversity of Postsecondary Learners
- Advanced Systems Design: Needs Assessment and Evaluation
- Postsecondary Teacher Leadership
- Postsecondary Distance Learning
- Master’s Project
If you are interested in pursuing a certificate or degree, all coursework must be completed in 6 years from the time the candidate starts the program. Those interested in transferring credit into either the certificate program or master’s program may send their unofficial transcripts to Dr. Susan Olson at solson@uakron.edu or FAX at 330-972-2452. Those with advising questions regarding earning the certificate in postsecondary teaching can contact Dr. Susan Olson at solson@uakron.edu.
AKRON COURSE DUAL REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
STEP 1
Initial LCCC Registration – Register online below.
- Full time Faculty may register beginning Friday, July 15, 2011
- Registration for Adjunct Faculty begins Friday, July 15, 2011
Waiver Form Submission – Complete and return by August 3, 2011 to Mary Ann Littell
STEP 2
University of Akron Registration and Application – After initial online LCCC registration, instructions for completing the UA application and registration will be sent to you by Mary Ann Littell. The process may include but is not limited to:
- The University of Akron Graduate Application
- Registration Agreement (Only if pursuing the Postsecondary Teaching Certificate)
- Copy of transcript or copy of diploma indicating degree conferral (if not already submitted)
Please contact the Office of the Provost/Vice President for Academic and Learner Services at extension 7529 for further information and/or registration.
Complete the information below to begin the registration process: