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WWW 135 Introduction To Web-Based Course Development Course syllabus


I.

Course
Prefix
Course
Number
Course
Name
Credit: Lecture: Lab:
WWW 135 Introduction To Web-Based Course Development     3     3     1

II.

Course Prerequisite:

WWW 131 – Building a Web Page or basic knowledge of HTML or consent of instructor, coordinator or department chair.

III.

Course Description:

This introductory level course teaches the various developmental and implementation models for designing an online instructional course module as well as the tools necessary to maintain such courses. Students will develop skills necessary for working with clients and subject matter experts as well as hands-on experience developing, executing, debugging, and assessing instructional course modules and their components.


IV.

Learning Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to develop and implement a small scale instructional system for the web.

Objectives for this course include applying the components of the Systems Approach model which include

•  analyzing learners and contexts

•  determining instructional goals & resources

•  analyzing instructional goal & resources

Understanding and Maintaining working Relationships with SME's (Subject Matter Experts)

•  writing performance objectives

•  working with SME's to develop assessment instruments & instructional strategy

•  working with SME's to select and develop an instructional module(s)

Elements of Developing an Instructional System Prototype

•  understanding the site architecture and infrastructure of a system

•  Database Servers

•  Web Servers

•  Human Computer Interface tools (scripting, connectivity, security)

•  developing an instructional delivery system prototype using the (Rapid Prototyping Model)

•  creating a finished project in a chosen technology as an individual or with a group

•  understanding usability testing & critiques

developing an instructional system maintenance plan using a static or dynamic interface system


V.

Academic Integrity:

The very nature of higher education requires that students adhere to accepted standards of academic integrity. Therefore, Oakton Community College has adopted a Code of Academic Conduct and a Statement of Student Academic Integrity. These may be found in the Student Handbook. You may also find a summary of the Code of Academic Conduct in the College Catalog. Among the violations of academic integrity listed and defined are: cheating, plagiarism, falsification and fabrication, abuse of academic materials, complicity in academic dishonesty, falsification of records and official documents, personal misrepresentation and proxy, and bribes, favors, and threats.
 
It is the student's responsibility to be aware of behaviors that constitute academic dishonesty.
 
Pursuant to the due process guarantees contained in the Policy and Procedures on Student Academic Integrity, the minimum punishment for the first offense for a student found in violation of the standards of academic integrity is failure in the assignment. In addition, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice-President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.

VI.

Outline of Topics:

  1. History of computer based technology and learning
    • Multiple Intelligences
    • Instructional theory and development models
    Introduction to the goals and purposes for using instructional design technology
    • In the corporate arena
    • In an academic setting
    Strategies for understanding corporate and academic clients
    • What are SME's
    • Strategies for successfully working with clients

    Introduction to web-based course development technology

    • Introduction to Course Management Systems, CBT and WBT
    • Overview of CMS databases (MySQL, Access, etc.) their purpose
    • Knowledge Management Techniques

    Introduction to Development Tools

    • Dreamweaver
    • Fireworks/Flash
    • Authorware
    • As well as other industry standard development tools of web-based course content
    Web-Based Course Documentation
    • Required elements of user-friendly documentation
    • Online help
    • American Disabilities Act Compliancy
      Making instructional content available to all users, whatever interface or user agent they are using
    • Versioning and version control in group development settings
    • Reporting Templates
    Implementation Tools
    • Microsoft PowerPoint
    • Web Based
    • CDROM/DVD
    • Course Management Systems
    • As well as other industry leading implementation tools for web-based course development
    Core Project
    • Working with an SME
    • Instructional Evaluation & Analysis
    • Prototype development & Implementation
    • Usability Testing
    • Project maintenance & update plan

VII.

Methods of Instruction:

  1. Program demonstrations, hands-on usage, textbook reading, applicable web sites, lecture, class discussions, group work, and guest speakers will be used.

VIII.

Course Practices Required:

•  Attend seminars as scheduled.

•  Complete required assignments and tests where applicable.

•  Attend lab as required

The Oakton Community College Catalog states:

The Oakton Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, or marital status in admission to and participation in its educational programs, College activities and services, or employment practices. The College does not tolerate sexual harassment or sexual assault by or of its students or employees.

In keeping with this policy of tolerance and non-discrimination, in this class all of us should strive to:

•  listen and give careful consideration to all ideas expressed in class, especially those that are different from our own, without attacking or demeaning the people who have those views, and

avoid using insulting terms or telling offensive jokes when talking to or about individuals or groups.

IX.

Instructional Materials:

                Online resources, textbooks, and other materials appropriate for the topic and as assigned by the program and instructor.

X.

Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:

               

Tests
Class Assignments
Lab Assignments
Attendance and Participation               

               

XI.

Other Course Information:

Tutors

Faculty tutors and student tutors are available in the Learning Center on both campuses and the 2600 labs on the Des Plaines campus. Check the following website for the days and times when tutors are available

Des Plaines: http://www.oakton.edu/resource/iss/tutschdp.htm

Skokie:
http://www.oakton.edu/resource/iss/tutschrhc.htm

Users of the College's information technology facilities and resources, including hardware, software, networks, and computer accounts, are expected to use these resources responsibly and appropriately, respecting the rights of other information technology users and respecting all contractual and license agreements.

Software Users! Copying software is in violation of Federal law and College policies. Suspected violations will be vigorously investigated and if warranted, appropriate penalties applied.

Specifically, you do not have the right to:

•  make copies of software for yourself or others.

•  receive and use unauthorized copies of software.

If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations, or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in Instructional Support Services. All students are expected to fulfill essential Course requirements. the College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a Course or degree program.

 






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