Course Number and Title:
IDT G17 Educational Innovation in Action
Campus Location
- Dover
- Georgetown
- Stanton
- Wilmington
Prerequisites
Prerequisite: None
Course Credits and Hours
1 credit(s)
1 lecture hours/week
0 lab hours/week
Course Description
In this course, participants engage in creative thinking, discussion, and practices to improve student learning and success through innovation. Existing resources, research, and strategies related to creative thinking and innovation are analyzed to inform a specific plan of action.
Additional Materials
Access to an up-to-date computer with a high-speed internet connection, a microphone, and a webcam is required to participate in the virtual classroom environment.
Disclaimer
Adobe Acrobat Reader and a form of Microsoft Office may be needed to view articles.
Core Course Performance Objectives (CCPOs)
- Analyze and discuss innovation in education and the importance of creative thinking to student success. (CCC 1, 2, 3 ; PGC 1, 3)
- Conduct a review of existing research and resources related to implementing and evaluating innovation in teaching and learning. (CCC 5 ; PGC 1)
- Develop an innovation in education proposal. (CCC 1, 2, 3 ; PGC 1, 5, 6)
See Core Curriculum Competencies and Program Graduate Competencies at the end of the syllabus. CCPOs are linked to every competency they develop.
Measurable Performance Objectives (MPOs)
Upon completion of this course, the student will:
- Analyze and discuss innovation in education and the importance of creative thinking to student success.
- Compare and contrast various models for promoting creative thinking and innovation.
- Discuss how innovation in teaching and learning relates to student success.
- Discuss the relationship between innovation and inclusive learning environments that promote respect for diverse learners and points of view.
- Critique one's personal creative and innovative thinking in education.
- Conduct a review of existing research and resources related to implementing and evaluating innovation in teaching and learning.
- Identify existing research and resources related to innovation and creativity.
- Illustrate the relationship between innovation and student success.
- Relate existing research and resources to an innovation in action plan.
- Develop an innovation in education proposal.
- Develop objectives and desired results of proposed innovation.
- Develop a plan to evaluate proposed innovative ideas.
Evaluation Criteria/Policies
The grade will be determined using the Delaware Tech grading system:
| 90-100 |
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A |
| 80-89 |
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B |
| 70-79 |
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C |
| 0-69 |
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F |
Students should refer to the
Catalog/Student Handbook for information on the Academic Standing Policy, the Academic Integrity Policy, Student Rights and Responsibilities, and other policies relevant to their academic progress.
Final Course Grade
Calculated using the following weighted average
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Evaluation Measure
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Weight
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Discussion Boards (2) (Formative Assessment)
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20%
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Research Paper / Lit Review
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25%
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Innovation in Education Grant Proposal
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30%
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Portfolio of Innovation Resources
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25%
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TOTAL
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100%
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Program Graduate Competencies (PGCs are the competencies every graduate will develop specific to his or her major)
- Develop and apply a dynamic approach to teaching that is grounded in pedagogical principles and an appreciation for the needs of diverse learners.
- Design and develop learner-centered courses based on sound instructional design principles.
- Apply learner-centered instructional strategies to enhance student engagement, learning, and success.
- Design and implement a variety of formative and summative assessments to evaluate learning, communicate feedback, and guide instruction.
- Leverage appropriate technologies to advance teaching and learning.
- Engage in continuous development to maximize instructional effectiveness.
Core Curriculum Competencies (CCCs are the competencies every graduate will develop)
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Students in Need of Accommodations Due to a Disability
We value all individuals and provide an inclusive environment that fosters equity and student success. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the campus Disabilities Support Counselor to request an accommodation needed due to a disability. The College's policy on accommodations for persons with disabilities can be found in the College's Guide to Requesting Academic Accommodations and/or Auxiliary Aids Students may also access the Guide and contact information for Disabilities Support Counselors through the Student Resources web page under Disabilities Support Services, or visit the campus Advising Center.