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| Introduction: |
| This course is a web-based experience consisting of an exploration of the development of Web-based instructional programs with Dreamweaver, the industry leading cross-platform web authoring tool from Macromedia. In addition, other authoring tools will be explored as the course progresses, including tools designed specifically for course and web authoring. The course features hands-on tutorial exercises in webpage authoring, exploring web authoring tools, concept research, and culminating website projects. |
| Instructor Information: |
David W. Dalton, Ph.D. Office hours: Along with the regular face-to-face office hours referenced above, weekly online chat help will be available. In addition, telephone support will be available during those times. |
| Course Goals: |
| Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Required Course Materials: |
Dreamweaver MX 2004: Dreamweaver is available from many sources. You may use either the MX or MX2004 version. Please be sure to match the version that you select with the textbooks/tutorials you purchase. There are ample copies for limited checkout from the TSL@IRC (WTH 221). Please be advised that if you borrow this software from the IRC, you are obligated to read and follow the End User Licensing Agreement provided by Macromedia with the software. Specifically, you are not allowed to copy the software and you must uninstall it from your computer no later than the last day of the semester. Alternately, you may use the free 30-day trial version available from Macromedia. Since you are eligible for academic pricing, you may find the purchase price quite compelling. Usually, Dreamweaver is available for approximately $90. You may wish to consider the Studio MX bundle that includes Dreamweaver MX, Freehand MX, Fireworks MX, and Flash MX, along with a few other items. This bundle is a tremendous value. As an student, you can purchase the software for approximately $190 from academic resellers such as PC Connection, or TRC. Be prepared to fax verification of your status as a student (or teacher). Please do not pay retail. Also note that you are required to use Dreamweaver MX; you are not required to purchase it. Text 1: Dreamweaver Training From The Source: Text 2: Dreamweaver Advanced Training From The Source: Note that these texts are available online through Safari tech books. Electronic Portfolio account |
| Grading Policies: |
Completing projects in a timely fashion with the time commitment outlined on the Assignments page is the best way of ensuring excellent performance. Grading Scale: The grading scale used is: 90-100% = A; 80-89% = B; 70-79% = C; 60-69% = D; less than 60% = F. Incompletes: Unless you suffer from extraordinary adversity (i.e., legitimate medical emergencies, death in the family), no incompletes will be given. University and College Policies mandate that no incompletes can be awarded if students are not in good academic standing at the time of the emergency. Requests for incompletes must accompany verifiable documentation from a professional or objective party. Further, no incomplete can be awarded unless the emergency occurs after the final withdrawal deadline (approximately 12 weeks). In short, falling behind is not an acceptable criteria for an incomplete. Late Assignments: No late assignments will be accepted unless accompanied by documentation of a bona fide University excuse such as death in the family, illness, or participation in a University sanctioned event. Please note that technology problems, work or family commitments, or other coursework are not valid excuses for late work. If you anticipate such problems, please reconsider your participation in this course. Electronic Delivery: All assignments for this course will be posted to the folioweb system or your portfolio page via FTP. No assignments will be accepted via mail, hand delivery, or email attachment. Please do not deliver work except as assigned. |
| Technology Requirements: |
| Obviously, any web-based course creates specific
and continuous demands for reliable and adequate technology resources.
Specifically, you must have a "modern" computer, such as
a Pentium III or IV with Windows 2000 or XP, or Macintosh with OSX.
While a broadband connection is not required, it is highly recommended
for your convenience (and mental health). Electronic Communications Policy: Kent State University has established a series of policies to govern use of electronic communication. Here is a brief excerpt: "A University-assigned student email account shall be an official University means of communication with all students at Kent State University. Students are responsible for all information sent to them via their University assigned email account. If a student chooses to forward their University email account, he or she is responsible for all information, including attachments, sent to any other email account." Please check your KSU email often or have it forwarded to another account. Portfolio Account: All iTEC students are required to have an account on the portfolio server. The accounts provide for reliable access and abundant space on a server with a variety of critical web technologies available for learning purposes. See the Materials section for additional information. |
| Special Needs: |
University policy 3342-3-18 requires that students with disabilities be provided reasonable
accommodations to ensure their equal access to course content. If you have a documented disability and require accommodations, please contact the instructor at the beginning of the semester to make
arrangements for necessary classroom adjustments. Please note, you must first verify your eligibility for
these through Student Disability Services (contact 330-672-3391 or visit www.kent.edu/sds for more
information on registration procedures). |
| Course Enrollment: |
| It is the policy of Kent State University that students are not permitted to attend classes for which they are not officially enrolled. It is the student's responsibility to ensure proper enrollment in classes. You are advised to review your official class schedule during the first two weeks of the semester to ensure proper enrollment. Should you find an error in your class schedule, you have until Friday of the second week of classes to correct it. If registration errors are not corrected by that date and you do continue to attend and participate in classes for which you are not officially enrolled, you are advised now that you will not receive a grade at the conclusion of the semester. |