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Assistive Technology
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Studies assistive technology research, theory, or practice
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GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
EDAT 599
Independent Study in Assistive Technology
Fall 2013
PROFESSOR
Name: Marci Kinas Jerome
Office hours: By appointment only
Office location: Finley Hall 201D
Office phone: 703-993-8295
Email address: mkinas@gmu.edu
COURSE DESCRIPTION
A. There are no perquisites/co-requisites for this course.
B. Studies assistive technology research, theory, or practice under direction of faculty
member.
LEARNER OUTCOMES
This course is designed to enable students to:
1. Design and implement an individualized project in an area of assistive technology
research, theory, or practice under the guidance of the course instructor.
NATURE OF COURSE DELIVERY
Learning activities include the design and implementation of an individualized project in
an area of assistive technology under the guidance of the course instructor. Students will
complete the work independently, but are expected to check in at regular intervals with
the instructor for feedback and guidance. In agreement with the instructor, students will
submit products to the instructor to grade and will present their work in a culminating
final presentation.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
This course is part of the George Mason University, Graduate School of Education
(GSE), Assistive Technology Program. The Assistive Technology Program has
developed program specific standards in accordance with NCATE requirements. The
Assistive Technology Program Standards incorporate several elements within the
professional standards from the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), while also
expanding upon then to meet the specific needs related assistive technology.
REQUIRED TEXTS
Instructor will develop a reading list based on the specific student project.
COURSE ASSIGNMENTS
1. Assignment Descriptions
Student Proposal (20 points)
Upon registering for the course, the student will develop a 2-4 page proposal that
outlines their proposed project. The proposal must include:
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Student Introduction: 1-2 paragraphs in which the student provides an
overview of their knowledge and experience in their area of emphasis.
Project Overview: 1-2 paragraph overview of their project idea and the
reasons why they want to complete the project they are proposing.
Goals: Includes at least 2-3 personal learning goals the student hopes to
achieve through this course.
Student Activities and Products: Description of the activities the student will
engage in, as well as the products they plan to create and submit to the
instructor for grading.
Project Timeline: Proposed outline for completing project activities.
Students are expected to submit the proposal to the instructor within the first
week of the semester.
By the second week of the semester, the instructor will review the proposal,
adding in the timeframe for receiving instructor feedback and the grading
criteria based on the proposed student activities and projects.
By the end of the second week of the semester, the student and instructor will
agree upon the terms of the student project. Upon approval, the instructor
will sign the Graduate Independent Study Proposal form. Student Project (60 points)
Students will develop and implement an individualized project based on their interests
and experience. This project may include such activities as an action research project, a
literature review, implementation project/client assessment, or development of a
professional development workshop/training. As part of the independent study
agreement, the instructor will outline the grading criteria for the student project and the
timeline for submission. Student Presentation (20 points)
Upon completion of their independent study project, students will present their final
project to the instructor. The presentation should include an overview of the project, as
well as each of the student’s products. Also, students should include a reflection on their
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final project experience and discuss what they have learned and what they might do the
same/differently if they were to complete the project again.
2. Grading Criteria and Scale
Evaluation will be based upon a point system. The point value for each assignment is as
follows:
Student Proposal ..................................... 20
Student Project ........................................ 60
Student Presentation................................ 20
TOTAL POINTS.................................100
The following grading scale will be used at the Graduate level:
95-100% = A
90-94% = A87-89% = B+
83-86% = B
80-82% = B70-79% = C
< 70% = F
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
GMU Policies and Resources for Students
a. Students must adhere to the guidelines of the George Mason University Honor Code
[See http://academicintegrity.gmu.edu/honorcode/].
b. Students must follow the university policy for Responsible Use of Computing [See
http://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/1301gen.html].
c. Students are responsible for the content of university communications sent to their
George Mason University email account and are required to activate their account and
check it regularly. All communication from the university, college, school, and
program will be sent to students solely through their Mason email account.
d. The George Mason University Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) staff
consists of professional counseling and clinical psychologists, social workers, and
counselors who offer a wide range of services (e.g., individual and group counseling,
workshops and outreach programs) to enhance students’ personal experience and
academic performance [See http://caps.gmu.edu/].
e. Students with disabilities who seek accommodations in a course must be registered
with the George Mason University Office of Disability Services (ODS) and inform
their instructor, in writing, at the beginning of the semester [See http://ods.gmu.edu/].
f. Students must follow the university policy stating that all sound emitting devices shall
be turned off during class unless otherwise authorized by the instructor.
g. The George Mason University Writing Center staff provides a variety of resources
and services (e.g., tutoring, workshops, writing guides, handbooks) intended to
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support students as they work to construct and share knowledge through writing [See
http://writingcenter.gmu.edu/].
Professional Dispositions
Students are expected to exhibit professional behaviors and dispositions at all times.
Core Values Commitment
The College of Education & Human Development is committed to collaboration, ethical
leadership, innovation, research-based practice, and social justice. Students are expected to
adhere to these principles. http://cehd.gmu.edu/values.
For additional information on the College of Education and Human Development, Graduate
School of Education, please visit our website [See http://gse.gmu.edu/].
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