Seton Hall University



Seton Hall University

College of Education and Human Services

Educational Studies Department

Professional Development Program

SYLLABUS

Course Number:

BMIE 4349/4350

Course Title:

Internship in Information Technologies I

Internship in Information Technologies II

Course Description:

A field-based opportunity for students to gain professional experience in a work situation appropriate to their career goals. Students develop critical thinking and leadership skills while performing authentic tasks for the institution in the Student Technology Assistant program.

This is a special course that allows a student to serve as an intern in the Seton Hall University Student Technology Assistant (STA) program and receive 3 hours of credit each semester for two semesters. The student is expected to complete the academic course work for the internship under the supervision of a faculty mentor and carry out the work of the internship under the direction of an STA intern supervisor. Individual conferences are arranged instead of class attendance.

Prerequisites:

Students cannot enroll in this course without departmental and STA permission and not every qualified applicant is guaranteed an internship placement. This course is interdisciplinary and not limited to any particular area of study. Students must: be in good standing in their program of study; be near the end of their program of study; complete EDST6210: Microcomputing I or equivalent course; and have completed an additional 6 credits or have previous experience in information technologies, computer science, or computer graphics. Courses in information technologies, computer science, business, and communications fulfill these requirements. The internship may be paid or unpaid.

Rationale:

An internship is a prearranged, structured learning experience, scheduled within a specific timeframe and related to the student’s academic and professional goals. Universities throughout the United States (Indiana University, Harvard, The Ohio State University, University of Texas, Arizona State University) offer internships involving technology. Computer-based technologies span all professions and occupations requiring students to acquire more sophisticated skills and a greater understanding of computing to succeed in this ever-growing world of information science. Regardless of a student’s major, they require the ability to work with information technology. This course will attract outstanding students by providing experiences that provide career exploration, engage students in community service, foster students’ work ethic, and help students gain financial support.

Students will be assigned to an internship instructor and work in consultation with a Student Technology Assistant internship coordinator as they develop critical thinking skills and leadership abilities while performing authentic tasks for the institution in the Division of Information Technology. Students gain work experience and bridge the gap between schoolwork and the work place in an internship program. Students acquire real-life technical experience, skill, and knowledge in a technology-rich environment that can be applied to future careers in numerous technological fields. Some of the current internship assignments in the STA program are: assessment team leader; lab consultant; training team leader; classroom support leader; project leader; web designer; multimedia designer; technology technician; and telecommunications developer.

Required Text:

These are no specific textbooks for the course. Students will be assigned readings that relate to the specific internship placement.

Course Objectives and Standards:

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Analyze career goals and needs;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed:

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: I.A, I.B, V.C

2. Develop a personal set of learning goals and skill development objectives;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: V.A, V.B, V.C, V.D

3. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the most current hardware and software technology in the specific job the student was assigned;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 3.3.1, 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: I.A, I.B, II.A, II.B, II.C

4. Exhibit good communication skills;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: V.A, V.C, V.D

5. Substantiate experiences of good work habits, work ethics, efficiency, and timeliness in

meeting deadlines;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: VI.A, VI.D, VI.E

6. Show professionalism and positive attitude on the job;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: V.A, V.B

7. Adapt to change and new concepts;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 3.3.2, 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: I.A, I.B

8. Reflect on the interaction of theory and practice;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: V.A, V.B, V.C, V.D

9. Make and implement decisions;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 3.3.3, 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: I.A, I.B, II.E

10. Use knowledge and skills gained during the internship in preparation for job seeking and interviewing;

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: I.A, I.B, V.A, V.B

Course Content:

Through practical experiences the student will implement and reflect in writing on the following content during the internship:

• Assessment of the theories, concepts and methods introduced in the college classroom

• Expansion of the learner’s scope as a professional in a major way, either through undertaking a new venture or experiencing a new role under the direct supervision of a mentor.

• Gain practical work experience “on the job” by performing appropriate professional-level duties and responsibilities according to the learning plan developed with the internship instructor

• Provide appropriate deliverables to the internship instructor and receives feedback on the acceptability of his/her performance

• Reflect on his/her preferences, abilities, strengths and weaknesses with regard to technology

• Practice good work habits

• Experience responsibility, discipline, and commitment in the workplace.

Instructional Strategies

1.) Online activities

2.) Collaborative activities

Assignments, Assessment and Standards:

1. The student will complete 150 hours working at the internship site.

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 3.3.1, 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: I.A, I.B, II.E, IIID, IV.A,V.A, V.B, V.C, V.D, VI.A, VI.D, VI.E

2. The student must complete the following steps during their IT internship:

Identify areas of technological interest for the internship experience

Meet with the internship instructor

Develop a learning plan

Meet with STA supervisor to determine appropriateness of the intern setting

Register for EDST6349 – Internship in Information Technologies

Maintain regular communication with the internship instructor throughout the semester

Schedule a midterm interview with the internship instructor

Complete and verify all required hours

Meet with STA supervisor to review his/her written evaluation of the student at the end of the semester

Schedule an exit interview with the Internship instructor.

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 3.3.1, 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: V.A, V.B, V.C, V.D

3. The student will complete a learning plan in collaboration with the internship instructor.

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: V.A, V.B, V.C, V.D

4. The student will complete an activity/reflection log containing a summary report of the internship experience.

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: V.A, V.B, V.C, V.D

5. The student will prepare a major project associated with the area they are assigned for the internship. This project will be determined in collaboration with the course instructor and STA supervisor. The project is to be a reflection of the concepts and activities experienced throughout the semester.

AECT/ECIT Standards Addressed: 3.3.1, 4.0.1, 4.1.1, 4.2.1, 4.3.1, 4.4.1

• ISTE/NETS Foundation Standards addressed: I.A, I.B, II.A, II.B, II.C, IIID, IV.A, V.A, V.B, V.C, V.D

Course Recommendations:

• Students are expected to attend every scheduled work day. Unexcused absences will result in the lowering of the final grade.

• The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association should be followed. Your projects and citations must be word processed according to APA style.

• As scholars, you are required to give credit to any sources you consult while preparing your assignments. All materials from other sources, both quoted and paraphrased, must be cited in the text (if mentioned) as well as in your reference list. You may not use any portion of previously submitted research papers. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated.

• Under the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Civil Rights Restoration Act, students at Seton Hall University who have a disability may be eligible for accommodations in this course. Should a student require such accommodations, he or she MUST self identify at the Office for Disability Services (DSS) Room 67, Duffy Hall, provide documentation of said disability, and work with DSS to develop a plan for accommodation. The contact person is Mrs. Linda Walter at 973 313-6003.

Determination of Grade:

STA Supervisor Evaluation……………………………………………………………….30%

Activity/Reflection Log………………………………………………………………….. 20%

Project Summary Report 40%

Learning Plan 10%

100%

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