Master of Science in Dental Hygiene
Online Continuing Education Opportunities
Summer 2009
The following course is offered as continuing education through the Department of Dental Hygiene:
Educational Methodology for Allied Dental Educators
This interactive online course is designed to provide educators background in best practices in educational methodologies as they apply to instructional design. Topics covered will include evaluating learning styles and needs along with development of learning objectives, learning strategies, instructional materials, and evaluation tools. Ongoing application of new learning to the participants' work setting is a critical aspect of the course. An optional project will be development or revision a course. Expect to devote about 3 hours per week to readings along with preparation and participation in online discussions. (24 CE credits awarded)
Dates: June 1 through July 24, 2009
Mode of Delivery : Fully online 8 week session
Technical Requirements: 1) high speed internet connection with access to a computer, (2) ability to transmit Word documents, and (3) ability to read PDF documents.
Required Textbook: Dean GJ. Designing Instruction for Adult Learners, 2nd Ed. 2002. Malabar, FL: Kreiger Pub. ISBN: 1-57524-205-2 (can be ordered online from a variety of sources)
Cost: $300
Faculty: Chris Giso, MBA and Linda D. Boyd, RDH, RD, EdD
Deadline for registration is May 1, 2009.
Click here to download the registration form.
For questions about registration contact: Chris Giso at (208) 373-1809 or e-mail gisochri@isu.edu.
Educational Strategies in Online Learning for Health Professions Educators
This interactive online course is designed to provide educators background in best practices in creating effective computer-mediated distance education. The challenges and benefits of teaching online vs. face-to-face will be explored. Topics covered will include the transition from classroom to online teaching/learning, creating the learner-centered online course, and development of evaluation tools. Ongoing application of new learning to the participants' work setting is a critical aspect of the course. Students will develop or revise an online course as the final project. Ideally students will have access to construct their online course site at their institution to fully benefit from application of their learning. Expect to devote about 3 hours per week to readings along with preparation and participation in online discussions. (24 CE credits awarded)
Dates: June 1 through July 24, 2009
Mode of Delivery : Fully online 8 week session
Technical Requirements: 1) high speed internet connection with access to a computer, (2) ability to transmit Word documents, and (3) ability to read PDF documents.
Required Textbook: Palloff RM, Pratt K. Building Learning Communities in Cyberspace: Effective Strategies for the Online Classroom. 2007. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass. ISBN: 978-0-7879-8825-8 (can be ordered online from a variety of sources)
Cost: $300
Faculty: Chris Giso, MBA and Linda D. Boyd, RDH, RD, EdD
Deadline for registration is May 1, 2009.
Click here to download the registration form.
For questions about registration contact: Chris Giso at (208) 373-1809 or e-mail gisochri@isu.edu.
The following graduate courses are available this summer and classes begin on May 12. In order to apply as a non-degree seeking student, submit the application found at the link below. Please allow 6-8 weeks for processing...submit by mid to late March...plan ahead!
DENT605 Program Developmenat & Evaluation (3 credits)
An overview of general principles of teaching, learning and evaluation in academic and community oral health programs. Emphasis on assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programs.
DENT610 Special Care Populations (2 credits)
Concepts related to providing oral health care for special care populations. Emphasis on assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for individuals with transient or lifelong physical, mental, medical or social health needs.
These courses require a minimum of 3 hours per credit to complete associated reading, discussion and assignments.
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Registration Procedure for Non-Degree Seeking Student Wanting College Credit
Information about admissions as a non-degree seeking student can be found at the ISU Admissions webpage http://www.isu.edu/enroll/admissions/index.shtml or the ISU Graduate School website http://www.isu.edu/departments/graduate/howapply.shtml where you can apply online.
Items that need to be submitted include:
- Proof of graduation from a baccalaureate program which can be an unofficial transcript with your degree listed along with completion of the ISU Graduate School application
- Completed MSDH application (required for those seeking graduate credit only)
Up to 9 credits can be taken as a non-degree seeking student. These credits may be transferred to other universities and colleges as electives, check with your local institution.
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Anyone with questions can contact Linda Boyd, RDH, RD, EdD at 208-373-1805 or via e-mail at boydlind@isu.edu for information or assistance in admissions and/or registration