Instructional Systems (INSYS)

INSYS 200 TECHNOLOGY AS A THINKING TOOL ( 3) Use of technologies for knowledge representation, critical thinking, planning, and learning.

INSYS 297 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

INSYS 298 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

INSYS 400 INTRODUCTION TO INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY FOR EDUCATORS ( 1 - 3) Use of microcomputers, video, and other media in education; models use technologies including video, audio, print, computer, and telephone. Prerequisite: EDPSY 014

INSYS 411 ORIENTATION TO INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS ( 2 - 3) An orientation to selection, utilization, and curricular integration of instructional media. Prerequisite: EDPSY 014

INSYS 412 DEVELOPING EFFECTIVE TRAINING PRESENTATIONS ( 3) The design, development, and presentation of effective training presentations for business and industry. Prerequisite: SENIOR STANDING

INSYS 413 DESIGNING INSTRUCTIONAL MANUALS AND TEXT ( 3) Designing textual materials for information retrieval, performance, and learning using job aids, manuals, programmed instruction, information mapping, etc.

INSYS 415 SYSTEMATIC INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT ( 3) Preparation in the use of a nine-step model for systematically analyzing instructional problems and developing validated, practical solutions.

INSYS 425 CORPORATE INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS ( 3) Provides an overview of the applications and applicability of Instructional Systems Design in business/corporate environment. Prerequisite: INSYS 415

INSYS 440 AN INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS FOR EDUCATORS ( 3) Computer literacy; introduction to educational uses of computers. Prerequisite: 6 credits in education

INSYS 441 DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, AND EVALUATION OF INTERNET RESOURCES ( 3) Design, production, and evaluation of instructional materials for delivery on the Internet.

INSYS 442 INNOVATIVE INSTRUCTIONAL APPLICATIONS OF MICROCOMPUTER TECHNOLOGY ( 3) Educators experience and develop innovative instructional applications of text-processing, database management, spreadsheet, and telecommunication software in their classrooms. Prerequisite: INSYS 440

INSYS 443 EDUCATIONAL APPLICATIONS OF LOGO ( 3) Prepares educators to use and to teach the Logo programming language on microcomputers. Students write programs and develop course materials. Prerequisite: INSYS 440

INSYS 446 COMPUTERS AS LEARNING TOOLS ( 3) Using software to support learning, including databases, spreadsheets, semantic networks, expert systems, hypermedia construction, modeling tools, and computer conferencing.

INSYS 447 INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN FOR MULTIMEDIA TECHNOLOGIES ( 3) State of the art multimedia technology hardware such as interactive video, CD-ROM and digitizing audio and video.

INSYS 448 USING THE INTERNET IN THE CLASSROOM ( 3) This course introduces students to methods and models of using the Internet effectively in their classroom. Prerequisite: demonstrated Internet awareness

INSYS 449 VIDEO AND HYPERMEDIA IN THE CLASSROOM ( 3) Skills and knowledge needed to direct the use of learning technologies in educational settings. Prerequisite: INSYS 415

INSYS 461 DESIGNING COMPUTER NETWORKS FOR EDUCATION ( 3) Applying fundamental concepts of computer networking to design effective networks for educational purposes. Prerequisite: INSYS 448

INSYS 462 COORDINATING TECHNOLOGY USE IN EDUCATION ( 3) Skills and knowledge needed to direct the use of learning technologies in educational settings. Prerequisite: INSYS 448

INSYS 471 INTRODUCTION TO EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM DESIGN ( 3) Investigates systems theory and how components of educational systems interact; develops insights on current issues and models in Educational System Design.

INSYS 472 COMMUNICATION AND EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS DESIGN ( 3) Develops communication and technology-based presentation skills in educational systems designers. Prerequisite: INSYS 471

INSYS 496 INDEPENDENT STUDIES ( 1 -18)

INSYS 497 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

INSYS 498 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

INSYS 511 ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS ( 3) Procedures and considerations necessary for the effective organization, management, and evaluation of instructional systems. Prerequisite: INSYS 411

INSYS 521 INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS ANALYSIS ( 3) Conducting needs analysis, performance analysis, task analysis, learner analysis, and environmental analysis in preparation for instructional design. Prerequisite: INSYS 415

INSYS 522 ANALYZING OUTCOMES AND LEARNERS ( 3) Analyzing instructional outcomes, analyzing tasks, and writing objectives for the instructional design; analyzing learners characteristics. Prerequisite: INSYS 415

INSYS 525 INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN MODELS, STRATEGIES, AND TACTICS ( 3) Application of instructional design models and design of appropriate instructional strategies and tactics. Prerequisite: EDPSY 421 , INSYS 415

INSYS 527 DESIGNING CONSTRUCTIVIST LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS ( 3) Designing learning environments based on constructivist principles of learning that provide modeling, coaching, and scaffolding. Prerequisite: EDPSY 421 , INSYS 415

INSYS 540 METHODS AND MODELS OF INTERACTIVE DESIGN ( 3) Instructional design principles and practices related to creating interactive learning environments for computerized and multimedia instruction. Prerequisite: INSYS 441

INSYS 542 EVALUATING AUTHORING SYSTEMS ( 3) Evaluation and selection of current authoring systems based on instructional design requirements. Prerequisite: INSYS 441

INSYS 543 DESIGNING INFORMATION SYSTEMS ( 3) The design and production of information systems that go beyond traditional instructional systems, such as performance support systems. Prerequisite: INSYS 415 , INSYS 521

INSYS 544 DESIGNING VIDEO FOR INSTRUCTION AND TRAINING ( 3) The application of theory to the design of visual instruction for multimedia instruction. Prerequisite: INSYS 447

INSYS 545 RESEARCH IN INSTRUCTIONAL COMPUTING ( 3) The critical analysis of research in instructional computing and the application of research methodologies in instructional computing research. Prerequisite: EDPSY 475 or INSYS 575

INSYS 547 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING ( 3) Designing computer based instructional and informational systems based upon principles of artificial intelligence. Prerequisite: EDPSY 421 , INSYS 415

INSYS 549 CURRENT TOPICS IN EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES ( 3) An in-depth seminar on the instructional and training design implications of specific new technologies as they emerge. Prerequisite: INSYS 415

INSYS 551 PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGY FOR INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNERS ( 3) Methods of identifying human performance problems in organizations and developing instructional and non-instructional interventions. Prerequisite: INSYS 415

INSYS 553 MANAGING AND CONSULTING FOR INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT ( 3) Knowledge and skills in managing and coordinating an instructional development project and consulting with subject matter experts and clients. Prerequisite: INSYS 525

INSYS 571 ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL SYSTEMS DESIGN ( 3) In depth investigation of the process of designing innovative educational systems. Prerequisite: INSYS 471

INSYS 574 APPLIED QUALITATIVE RESEARCH FOR WORK PRACTICE, INNOVATION, AND SYSTEMS DES IGN ( 3) Investigates qualitative research paradigms and methodologies; develops skills in use of ethnographic methods in work practice, innovation and systems design. Prerequisite: any introductory research design course or with instructor permission, for example: ADTED 550

INSYS 575 DESIGNING EXPERIMENTAL RESEARCH IN INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS ( 3) Designing research studies in Instructional Systems of a quantitative and experimental nature. Will result in a research proposal. Prerequisite: EDPSY 475 and PH.D. or D.ED. candidacy

INSYS 581 THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS ( 3) Analysis of theoretical foundations of the instructional systems (systems and cybernetics, communications, cognitive psychology, sociological, construc- tivist, ecological) for doctoral students. Prerequisite: PH.D. or D.ED. candidacy

INSYS 582 COMPARATIVE INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN MODELS ( 3) Analyzing different instructional design models, such as elaboration theory, component design theory, Gagne-Briggs, algorithmic, conversation theory, cognitive flexibility theory. Prerequisite: PH.D. or ED.D. candidacy

INSYS 583 SURVEY OF RESEARCH IN INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY ( 3) Analysis and evaluation of research in domains of instructional systems and technology. Prerequisite: PH.D. or ED.D. candidacy

INSYS 586 DIFFUSION AND ADOPTION OF INNOVATIONS ( 3) Understanding change process in educational contexts, comparing various models, tailoring them to individual needs, and creating personalized model of change. Prerequisite: admission into INSYS doctoral program

INSYS 590 COLLOQUIUM ( 1 - 3) Continuing seminars that consist of a series of individual lectures by faculty, students, or outside speakers.

INSYS 595 INTERNSHIP ( 1 -18) Supervised off-campus, nongroup instruction, including field experiences, practicums, or internships. Written and oral critique of activity required.

INSYS 596 INDIVIDUAL STUDIES ( 1 - 9) Creative projects, including nonthesis research, which are supervised on an individual basis and which fall outside the scope of formal courses.

INSYS 597 SPECIAL TOPICS ( 1 - 9)

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Effective Date: Current

Review Date: 08/02/2002

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