Distance Learning

Introduction to Instructional Technology

This course will introduce students to the use of computers, software and the Internet in the online academic setting. This course will offer a survey of the theory of instructional design and the use of the computer as an instructional tool. It will include online lectures and discussions, textbook readings, and hands on activities to introduce the student to instructional technology.

Course Requirements:

• Basic computer skills: Typing, Internet use, E-mail, etc.
• Requires at least one synchronous class meeting.

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView.  See https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker
• No proctored exams required.

Web-based Tools and Applications for Education

This course will introduce students to the selection, creation, utilization, and evaluation of web-based tools in the online classroom environment. The most important objective of this course is for students to become empowered to effectively integrate instructional technology into their teaching and professional experiences. This course provides a positive beginning to a lifelong learning process. Throughout this course students will be introduced to web-based technologies and will experience the use of these tools in educational settings with a focus on technological solutions in support of a professional career.

Course Requirements:

• Basic-to-advanced knowledge of computers, computer applications, and trouble-shooting.
• Requires at least one synchronous class meeting.

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView.  See https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker
• No proctored exams required.

Online Communication Technologies

This course will introduce students to a variety of communication technologies that can be used in the online classroom environment. Students will learn how to use discussion boards, email, voice/video chat, instant messaging, and blog/journaling within their courses to enhance student-teacher and student-student communication.

Course Requirements:

• Basic computer skills: Typing, Internet use, E-mail, etc.
• Requires at least one synchronous class meeting.

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView.  See https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker
• No proctored exams required.

Instructional Design of the Online Course

This is a course designed to familiarize students with the process of instructional design. This course will introduce students to the systematic process of analyzing the learner, developing & selecting objectives, assessment instruments, and instructional materials and evaluating and re-evaluating the instructional design of a course.

Course Requirements:

• Basic computer skills: Typing, Internet use, E-mail, etc.
• Requires at least one synchronous class meeting.

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView.  See https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker
• No proctored exams required.

Success in Online Instruction and Learning

This course is designed for those who are or may be facilitating online courses. This course demonstrates and shares a spectrum of online learning concepts, theories, and principles using interactive and collaborative experiences. It is designed to improve the facilitation skills of faculty members and business trainers who offer online courses and is focused on theory, concepts, and practices for effective online facilitation.

Course Requirements:

• Basic computer skills: Typing, Internet use, E-mail, etc.
• Requires at least one synchronous class meeting.

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView.  See https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker
• No proctored exams required.

Database Management Systems

This course will study database management theory and practice. Experience with designing, creating and using databases will be gained through hands-on projects using software packages such as Microsoft Access. Students are expected to develop an in-depth, working understanding of the various functions of a database management system. Students who successfully complete Database Management Systems will be able to:

• Write basic SQL scripts
• Design a database
• Perform Entity-Relationship Modeling
• Normalize a database
• Maintain a database
• Manage database security, back-up, and recovery

Course Requirements:

• Online Quizzes and assignments
• Basic knowledge of computers, computer applications, and troubleshooting.
• A Windows computer (this course cannot be completed with a Mac) and a version of Microsoft Office that includes Microsoft Access. There is no version of Access that runs on a Mac.
• The specific requirements will depend upon textbook and software availability. Contact the college bookstore or instructor before you purchase any materials.

Additional Requirements:

• A computer with Microsoft Word and appropriate plug ins to successfully run GeorgiaView. See https://albanystate.view.usg.edu/d2l/login – click System Checker
• No proctored exams required.