LIS724: Media Services and Production
3 Credit Hours
Spring, 2008
March 12, 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 – 9:00-4:30
Chris Balsano, Adjunct Instructor
Office Hours: By Appointment
Home Phone: 630.969.6135
Email: cbalsano@dom.edu
I. Course Description:
An overview of media technologies used in the
teaching/learning process. Emphasis is given to: the relationship of
learning theory to use of media (including interactive and multimedia
technologies); the role of the library media specialist in facilitating
effective creation/production and use of media by students and teachers in
elementary, middle and secondary schools; copyright issues; and planning for
technology.
II. Required Texts:
Simpson, Carol. Copyright
for Schools: A Practical Guide. 4th edition.
Williams, Robin. The Non-Designers Design Book. 2nd edition.
Optional:
Headset
with mic for taping; must have USB plug in
III. Learning Objectives:
Students will gain an understanding of:
· the role of the librarian in an organization with respect to media production
· basic design principles
· various multimedia tools and peripherals used to create instructional
materials
· selection issues for software and hardware, including pricing
· media literacy in today's multimedia environment
· the collaborative creation process, and
· copyright issues as they apply to media production and use.
IV. Assignments and Course Requirements:
Course Design:
Class time will include lecture, discussion, demonstrations, presentations, and
computer lab use. Students will have individual and group
assignments. Some class time will be devoted to completing projects.
Assignments:
The points for the assignments (100 points in all) are as follows:
10 points. Promotional Flyer
Using design issues and
techniques discussed in Robin Williams' book and in class, each student will
create a promotional flyer for a special library event. Be prepared to explain
to your classmates how you used the design principles in your flyer. Flyer will be posted to Blackboard.
Due: March 19
20 points. Subscription Database Investigation and
Handout (10 points/each)
Each student will
investigate two subscription databases and prepare accompanying instructional
products using design principles. One project will be an instructional handout;
the other will be an online tutorial
Both databases will be demonstrated to the class in 5 minute
presentations. Copies of the instructional handouts/tutorials will be posted to
Blackboard.
Due: Throughout the semester
10
points. Equipment Investigation PowerPoint
Each
student will investigate a piece of equipment, such as a laptop, digital still
camera, camcorder, video data projector, DVD recorder, or networked printer.
The investigation of different models will include an evaluation as to pros,
cons, price, ease of use, etc. Equipment will be demonstrated if
possible. Cost comparisons, evaluations and a few useful websites on
selecting and operating this type of equipment will be constructed. The
presentation will be given to the class using PowerPoint. The PowerPoint
will be posted on Blackboard.
Due: March 26
10 points. Webquest Assignment
Each student will locate a minimum of 10 websites pertaining to a topic of
his choice. These annotated websites will be used to construct a webquest
and posted to Blackboard.
Due: April 2
10 points.
Photostory3 Project
Each student will complete a 2-3 minute digital
storytelling project incorporating 10-15 still images, narration and sound. The
project will be completed in class using Photostory3.
Due: April 9
10 points. Interview
Each student will conduct an interview with a librarian concerning equipment
selection, purchase, and maintenance and post a reflection on Blackboard.
Due:
April 16
20 points. Instructional
Project
Each student will create and present an instructional
project based on a specific technology topic of his/her choice. Multimedia will
be incorporated into the presentation. Students should review their topic
choice with the instructor before making a final selection. The project should
be creative and informative.
Due:
April 16 or April 23
10 points. Participation and
Commitment.
Attend every class
and participate in discussions. The course grade, particularly the class
participation component, is likely to be affected by absences and tardies. You are expected to have read the assigned material
and come to class prepared to discuss and critique these readings. There will be some ungraded, mini assignments. The ungraded assignments will contribute to
the class participation grade
V. Assessment:
Since this is a
graduate class, candidates are expected to attend each class, be punctual, and
produce work of professional quality (including citations whenever
appropriate). It is also understood that
graduate students have commitments outside of course work. Students who plan on
missing a class should make the instructor aware of that ahead of time. It is
the responsibility of the student to obtain any material covered or assignments
missed. Missing class time may result in
a grade reduction.
According to university policy, students are
expected to “conduct themselves in accordance with the highest standards of
academic honesty and integrity. Failure to maintain academic integrity will not
be tolerated.” (
All
assignments will be due at the beginning of the class period. Late work will
result in a grade reduction. All written work should be clear and error free.
No extra credit work will be given.
Graded papers will be returned at the end of the class period.
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A- B+
B
B-
C+
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C-
D F
95-100 90-94 85-89 80-84
75-79 70-74 65-69 64-below
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GRADUATE
GRADING POLICY
(12/15/2004) The faculty of the Graduate School of Library
and Information Science use the following guidelines in their grading: Numeric* Grade Equivalent Definition A 4.0 Outstanding achievement. Student that far surpasses
course expectations; nearly flawless work. A-
3.67 Excellent achievement.
Student B+
3.33 Good solid work. Student
performance B
3.0 Satisfactory acceptable work.
Student B-
2.67 Marginal work. Student
performance C+ 2.33 Unsatisfactory work. Student C
2.0 Unacceptable work. Student
C- 1.67 Poor work. F 0.0 Failing grade. *Grading System
on p. 20 in DU GSLIS 2005-2006
Bulletin. |
VI. Course Calendar:
March 12
Introduction
to this course, to the lab, and to each other
Role of library media specialist - standards
Computer basics
Overview of MS Publisher
Review of picture file formats
Finding graphics on the web
Wikis
Lab: Completion of personal data sheet; posting to discussion board
March 19
Due:
Promotional Flyer
Due: Wiki definitions
Introduction
to PowerPoint
Hardware selection and evaluation criteria
Lecture and discussion: Media Literacy
Blogs
Lab:
Learning styles inventory
March 26
Due: Media Literacy Article Review on
Blog
Due: Blog Creation and Reflection
Due: Equipment Investigation
Discussion of equipment inventories/budget
Selecting Software
Audio/video in PowerPoint
Demonstration of productivity software
Introduction to Webquest/Filamentality
April 2
Due:
Webquest websites and annotations
Due: Mini PowerPoint Sampler
Introduce
digital storytelling
Lab:
Creating online tutorials
April 9
Due: Phtostory3 Project (completed in
class)
Introduction to Inspiration
Introduction to Zoomerang surveys
Lab: Work on Inspiration and Zoomerang for final project
April 16
Due: Students present final project
Due: Site Interview
Website
investigation
Lab: Plagiarism
Lab: Dreamweaver
April 23
Due:
Students present final project
Due: Copyright Questions
Course
evaluation
Refer to Assignments and Calendar buttons
on Blackboard for more details.