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ITEC 7016 - Methods of Teaching Technology/Engineering Education
3 cr.
This course is designed to provide the teacher candidate with a series of related academic, observational and participatory experiences based on the fundamental elements of the teaching-learning process. Teacher candidates develop, implement and assess a variety of short-range and long-range instructional methods. A pre-practicum experience in a public technology/engineering education program is a required part of the course.
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ITEC 7020 - Implementing Technology/Engineering Education in Public Schools
3 cr.
The course provides guidelines and experience in developing and implementing technology education course units in the area of communication, construction, manufacturing, power/energy, and transportation. Students experiment with and develop new units for classroom implementation.
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ITEC 7030 - Automated Drafting Systems
3 cr.
This course is designed to teach the general concepts related to automated drafting with a special emphasis on technical drawing. Specialized applications of industrial practices for drafting are emphasized in this course. One semester of technical or mechanical drafting is a prerequisite.
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ITEC 7033 - Curriculum Design Development in Technology/Engineering Education
3 cr.
During this course, the teacher candidate will participate in experiences that relate directly to the development of a course of study in the field of technology / engineering education. Students will analyze and develop technology/engineering curriculum. A pre-practicum experience in a public technology/engineering education program is a required part of this course.
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ITEC 8000 - Advanced Methods of Teaching at the Secondary Level
3 cr.
This course combines academic study with clinical practice and supervision. Theories and topics studied and demonstrated include learning styles, critical thinking, computer applications and inclusive learning environments. Emphasis is placed on integrating culturally or linguistically diverse students and those with special needs. Interdisciplinary course development and implementation, student assessment including portfolio assessment and writing are studied for utilization across the curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): Initial teacher licensure.
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ITEC 8400 - Communications in Technology Education
3 cr.
The course provides exposure to the state framework area of communications using an integrated systems approach. The process of communication, approaches to technology in the laboratory, historical perspective, and social issues are addressed. Materials and programs for the middle and high school level are integrated throughout the course and application of concepts found in the public school technology lab is stressed. The course includes lab work.
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ITEC 8500 - Power/Energy in Technology Education
3 cr.
The course is organized around an energy system point of view. Various sources are covered, and for each source the technologies involved in the production, transmission, utilization and related environmental/social impacts are addressed. An effort to relate material for the public school lab/classroom according to the state organizational framework is integrated throughout the course. This course includes lab work.
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ITEC 8600 - Manufacturing in Technology Education
3 cr.
The course addresses the state framework area of manufacturing. The various systems of manufacturing used, the process involved in the production of goods and services and the support areas for the manufacturing enterprise are covered. The integration of manufacturing principles in the middle and high school lab environment is developed throughout the course. The course includes lab work.
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ITEC 8700 - Construction in Technology Education
3 cr.
The course develops outcomes related to the scientific principles, engineering concepts and technical approaches to the areas of residential, commercial and industrial construction as identified in the state organizational framework for technology education. The area of construction, the processes and materials used, the techniques performed and the planning and development of structures are studied and adapted for lab and classroom use in the public schools. The course includes lab work.
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ITEC 8800 - Transportation in Technology Education
3 cr.
The course emphasizes the importance of transportation and identifies the modes used for people and goods in various environments. The structure, support, propulsion, guidance, control and infrastructure systems for various forms of transportation are addressed. Materials adapted to the state framework for technology education for classroom and lab use are integrated throughout the course. The course includes lab work.
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ITEC 8900 - Curriculum Development for Technology/Engineering Education
3 cr.
The course is designed for those seeking professional licensure in technology education. Students learn to design courses and curriculum that include current trends in technology education. Several approaches for implementing problem solving, concept learning, habits of the mind, and integration of math/science concepts into the State framework areas of construction, communication, manufacturing, and power/energy in technology education are covered. The implementation of the state framework competencies for technology are addressed.
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ITEC 9000 - Practicum I in Technology/Engineering Education
3 cr.
Candidates are assigned to a middle or junior high school for one eight-week station during the semester of student teaching. Candidates are assigned supervising practitioners in partner schools located within a 50-mile radius of Fitchburg. Candidates have the opportunity to relate their practical experiences in the classroom to current theory. The teacher candidate will have the opportunity to experience all aspects of the school environment and will work collaboratively with a master teacher, administrators, support staff, and parents. Whenever possible, candidates will conduct the practicum in a diverse setting.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 7709 or SPED 3800, ENGL 8076 or ENGL 4700, ITEC 7210, 7220, successful passage of required MTELs and a Stage 2 Review.
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ITEC 9500 - Clinical Internship in Technology Education
6 cr.
The internship is a clinical, capstone experience allowing full integration and application of content knowledge and pedagogical theory and practice. Students complete a portfolio that demonstrates their professional growth and reflection on their teaching. A teacher work sample is required as part of the portfolio.
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ITEC 9501 - Practicum II in Technology/Engineering Education
3 cr.
Candidates are assigned to a high school for one eight-week station during the semester of student teaching. Candidates are assigned supervising practitioners in partner schools located within a 50-mile radius of Fitchburg. Candidates have the opportunity to relate their practical experiences in the classroom to current theory. The teacher candidate will have the opportunity to experience all aspects of the school environment and will work collaboratively with a master teacher, administrators, support staff, and parents. Whenever possible, candidates will conduct the practicum in a diverse setting.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 7709 or SPED 3800, ENGL 8076 or ENGL 4700, ITEC 7210, 7220, successful passage of required MTELs and a Stage 2 Review.
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