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 * Appendix H: Course-based Embedded Assignment Internship Log **


 * Lamar University – M.Ed. in Educational Technology Leadership**

Course-based Embedded Assignment Internship Log
**// Directions: //** In submitting your Course-based Embedded Assignment Log for each Assignment in Appendix I of the Internship Handbook, you are required to reflect on the assignments by completing a reflection in your course wiki/e-portfolio that should contain a minimum of 250 words. These logs will be used to assist you in completing your EDLD 5388/5370 *Please note that course number changes in Fall 2010* Internship comprehensive exam final report. Students should use and cite their textbook references as well as two additional references when writing each reflection. The reflection must consist of statements regarding the knowledge you gained from the assignment and how the assignment helped you master the Technology Facilitator Standard(s) /Indicator(s).
 * == Course Number: == || == Course Name:  == || == Course-based Embedded Hours  ==

(see Appendix I)
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 * ** Course EDLD 5362 ** || ** Information Systems Management: ** || **10 ** ||


 * == Description of the ==

(see Appendix I)
|| ** A. ** Analyze district technology after completing interviews with at least two school administrators who are involved with the planning and budgeting of technology. (Maximum 25 points) || As a teacher my only experience with the district technology department budget was that when I need something for my classroom they tell me they don’t have any money for it. Then out of the blue, I will receive something from the district that I did not even ask for. This assignment allowed me to visit with them in attempts to get some answers. However, I have come to the conclusion that those in charge of such planning act similar to politician so when you try to get a simple answer they talk so long that you get completely confused and forget what your question even was. Articles and reports verity that “teaching models that integrate technologies such as blogs or wikis may afford more learner control, and thus may be more effective at delivering instructional strategies” (Beldarrain, 2006, p. 142). But I am not sure our technology department is willing to let student accounts have access to these resources. I can admit that after this assignment I have a better understanding of the vast amount of data in which the district is charged with monitoring on a daily basis. That is a job that I certainly would not want to have. I actually started this assignment by doing some online research on our district website. I was very disappointed to see that the information posted was very outdated. In order to receive the updated e-Rate report, I had to call over to the secretary and have her scan and forward a copy to me. Really, the technology department webpage is not updated? They are the ones who are suppose to be leading the others in the district so this was a major setback to me and I can’t help but wonder what other visitors to our website must think. I was able to complete the assignment and even worked with another student taking the same class who used the same district data. Although she did voice a more supported opinion of those in charge of the district I can’t help but wonder what the majority of people think when they look into the technology integration efforts that my district is involved in. “To remain effective, a Web filter's site database must constantly be maintained” (Careless, 2007, p. 1). However, we need to realize that these positions are not filled by teachers but are people who work in the IT department performing multiple tasks. I do support the work in which our technology department performs. I know that just like the rest of us in education they are bound by things such as budget and time. But I can’t help think that these two forces can and should work closer together for the sake of the students in which we serve. “To ensure systems are sustainable a data-driven culture needs to become endogenous with strong incentives to collect and use data effectively” (Tolley & Shulruf, 2009, p. 1205) There is a strong interaction between data management systems and the delivery of quality education. After all, schools are in the business of educating and I just can not imagine any business that operates without collecting and using the most current data
 * B. ** Students will evaluate and analyze a school district’s Student Information System, including the evaluation of total cost of ownership, feature set, ease of use, customer support, and training ||
 * **__Self–Assessment __**
 * Critically reflect (see note above; not just recitation of facts) upon the knowledge you gained from the assignment. (3 Points)
 * Critically reflect upon the relationship between any new information you gained from the assignment with old information you previously held to be true**.** (2 Points)
 * How did the relationship between the old and new information you learned affect your personal experience with the assignment? (2 Points)
 * __Learn as a Learner __**
 * Critically reflect upon your approach and strategies used in completing the assignment. (3 Points)
 * Critically reflect upon how you learn as a learner and how you assess your own performance in completing the assignment(s). (2 Points)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">How did your learning and interaction with colleagues (such as discussion forum, web conferences, wiki and blog participation, etc.) affect the results of your performance?(2 Points)
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Lifelong Learning Skills __**
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Critically reflect upon what you gained about learning and how you learn that will impact your future learning. (3 Points)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">How will your past interactions and collaborations with colleagues impact your future learning experiences? (2 Points)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">As a lifelong learner, what questions or issues challenge you and are worthy of future research or investigation? (2 Points)
 * __<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Additional Criteria __**
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Content posted to e-Portfolio wiki/blog/Google site (1 Point)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Mechanics (1 Point)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">APA Format (1 Point)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Minimum of 3 References (1 Point)

Beldarrain, Yoany. (2006). Distance education trends: Integrating new technologies to foster Careless, J. (2007, April 20). The filtering challenge. //Tech and Learning//. Retrieved on November 17, 2009 from: @http://www.techlearning.com/article/7212 Tolley, H., & Shulruf, B. (2009). From data to knowledge: The interaction between data management systems in educational institutions and the delivery of quality education. //Computers and Education//, 53, pp. 1200-1206. ||