We use WebCT, a web-based learning environment, to deliver this course. You will be able to access your assignments, submit your work, communicate with classmates and monitor your grades. Using WebCT will provide the student a great experience using technology as a tool for educational purposes. For instructions for logging onto WebCT click Here.
Spring Semester 1 January 5, 09 to February 28, 09
Spring Semester 2 March 2, 09 to May 2, 09
Spring Semester 3 May 4, 09 to June 27, 09
Courses available Spring Semester 1 (January 5 - February 28)
EDG 970 "Integrating Technology in the Classroom"
EDG 889 "Applying Technology in the Content Areas"
EDG 957 "Building Online Learning Communities - Web 2.0 Tools"
Courses available Spring Semester 2 (March 2 - May 2)
EDG 970 "Integrating Technology in the Classroom"
EDG 939 "School Leadership in Technology"
EDG 907 "Multimedia in the Classroom"
EDG 971 "Grants and Funding for Educational Technology Initiatives"
Courses available Spring Semester 3 (May 4 - June 27)
EDG 889 "Applying Technology in the Content Areas"
EDG 814 "Educational Ministry in the Digital World"
EDG 957 "Building Online Learning Communities - Web 2.0 Tools"
EDG 940 "Networking, Support, and Delivery Systems for Learning Communities"
Class Descriptions:
3 credit courses available through MTM/Concordia University Wisconsin for Lutheran Administrators and Lutheran Teachers
EDG 670/970, "Integrating Technology in the Classroom"
- This introductory computer course is for Lutheran educators who want a broad base and practical course in learning how to integrate technology in their classrooms. Teachers will finish the course with a solid understanding of educational technology, including how to use computers, how to access and evaluate information on the World Wide Web, and how to enhance and expand their curriculums using technology as a tool. The textbook’s accompanying web site provides for learning through interactive exercises, informative videos, and educational learning games.
EDG 639/939 "School Leadership in Technology"
- This course will provide principals and/or technology coordinators with the necessary knowledge, skills, and hands-on experiences to provide strong visionary technology leadership in their schools. Such leadership will facilitate systemic, whole-school change that impacts student learning. Participants will come away from this course with a comprehensive technology plan for their school.
EDG 589/889, "Applying Technology in the Content Areas"
- Applying Technology in the Content Areas provides one with an opportunity to explore a variety of current and emerging educational technologies. Expect to learn dozens of strategies for using these technologies to develop rich, engaging, and effective learning activities in a content area of choice. This course is designed so that each participant will leave with a portfolio of technology-rich learning activities to use in the classroom. (EDG 970 is a prerequisite for this course.)
EDG 608/908, "Critical Issues in Educational Technology"
- This course provides participants with an overview of important ethical issues related to educational technology. Participants will explore the cautions and concerns about technology-related trends in education. The goal is that participants will further develop the ability to make thoughtful technology-related decisions that take into account implications on the school culture, the overall school mission and vision, health and safety, social and psychological factors, along with ethical and theological convictions.
EDG 657/957, "Building Online Learning Communities"
- Building Online Learning Communities introduces educators to free online collaborative tools. The educational applications of blogs, wikis, RSS feeds, social bookmarking, and other Web 2.0 tools will be investigated. The focus will be on the use of these tools for the purposes of improving student learning, increasing the productivity of educators, and facilitating collaboration. Students will discuss with, collaborate with, and provide constructive feedback to classmates using these tools.
EDG 607/907 "Multimedia in the Classroom"
- This course will introduce teachers to multimedia resources on the Internet. Teachers will identify, explore, and plan classroom activities using a variety of multimedia internet sites. Emphasis will be on activities that promote critical thinking and media literacy skills in the K-12 classroom. Resources explored will include photos, sound, and video.
EDG 640/940 "Networking, Support, and Delivery Systems for Learning Communities"
- This course provides students with the concepts, tools, and skills to oversee a reliable technology infrastructure and make appropriate decisions in support of learning and teaching. This course emphasizes local area networks and their connection to the internet along with issues of supporting the technology which underpins teaching and learning. Implementing and supporting reliable delivery systems requires an understanding of fundamental computer science concepts, technical proficiency, and managerial skills. This course develops an "IT mindset" in students by illustrating the diverse application and challenges in data communication technology within an educational context.
EDG 514/814 "Educational Ministry in the Digital World"
- Society is being transformed by current and emerging technologies. Many focus upon the technology, but the cultural transformation warrants attention also. In this course, participants will walk the digital streets of contemporary society, considering the nature of life in the digital world, spirituality in the digital age, as well as opportunities for educational, parish, and para-church ministry in the digital world.
(NEW - ) EDG 671/971 "Grants and Funding for Educational Technology Initiatives"
- In Grants and Funding for Educational Technology Initiatives, students explore the process of finding and applying for grants and other funding. Students will identify potential programs aligned with the school's strategic goals, identify a list of potential funders, research funders, write a grant proposal, and develop a plan to evaluate the success of the project. Sample educational technology grants will be used to highlight key features of successful grants. Students will work in collaborative teams to review and provide constructive feedback to each other throughout the proposal writing process
The Ministry Technology Mentor Project provides affordable, accessible, and practical online technology training through Concordia University Wisconsin. Scholarships and grants are available for these courses.
PLEASE NOTE: The Thrivent sponsored scholarship will be credited to your account at CUW. You need to work with Frank Wegner, MTM Project executive director, to have this happen. Contact him by email,
, or by phone, 715-526-2932, to arrange for this. Please note that a student is responsible for reimbursing the scholarship money to the MTM Project if the course is not completed with a passing grade. Thrivent and the MTM Project are excited about the opportunities Lutheran administrators and teachers have through this combined partnership.
If at any point you have questions or concerns, please contact one of us listed below. Thanks for your interest in these online graduate professional development courses!
Michael Uden Frank Wegner
MTM Project Coordinator of Member Services MTM Project Executive Director
262.243.2612 715-526-2932