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EDLD 5362 Information Systems Management Overview of information technology (IT) core concepts, management, and IT operations as they relate to information systems management (ISM). Research, review, and discussion of the interrelations between emerging technology, old technologies, the organization, and their IT management. Review of current trends in IT: networking, E-Business, intranets, extranets, firewalls, computing security, chip advancements, software engineering, and emerging technologies and organizational trends in ISM.

WEEK 1: Information Systems, Networks, and the Internet: History and Evolution

WEEK 2: Information Systems for Learning and Instruction

WEEK 3: Information Systems for Management and Collaboration

WEEK 4: Planning and Designing School Based Information Systems

WEEK 5: Renewing and Examining the Emerging National Technology Plan and a School/District Technology Plan Within the Context of Information Systems Technology Plan Presentation

Course Objectives The objectives are: • to understand the history and evolution of the Internet and its impact on education. • to understand the numerous ways to integrate information systems into student learning, classroom practice and educational administration. • to be able to identify and discuss information systems tools and applications used in educational environments. • to understand how information systems impact a school or district technology plan.

Course Standards This course is aligned with both state and national standards, and identifies activities to address those standards. State accreditation is based on program standards adopted by the State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC). National accreditation is based on program standards of the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), and the standards specific to educational administration by the Educational Leadership Constituent Council (ELCC). The National Policy Board of Educational Administration adopted the Interstate School Leader Licensure Consortium (ISLLC) standards that are supported by NCATE and ELCC. The national standards are aligned with SBEC standards for principals. These standards serve as the foundation for the courses within the Principal Certification Program, and help assure that the prescribed course of study is authoritative and represents best practice in the field. The technology facilitator standards are those from the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). The ISTE TF standards are designed for lead teachers or instructional specialists who facilitate technology integration at the building level. ISTE TF Standards - TF- III. A, V. B, VI.E, VII.B. TF-III.A. Facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology. Use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students. TF-V.B. Continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning. TF-VI.E. Facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students. TF-VII.B. Follow procedures and guidelines used in planning and purchasing technology resources. standards.

ELCC Standards - 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 NCATE Standards – 1e, 4b Educator Preparation Standards Addressed 1. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Technology Applications – www.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/ch126toc.html 2. National Educational Technology Standards Project – http://cnets.iste.org 3. Texas State Board for Educator Certification Standards – www.sbec.state.tx.us/SBECOnline/standtest/educstan.asp