SLM+EdS+Orientation+Module

Welcome!!

It is wonderful to have you as a student in the School Library Media Ed.S. Program. Thank you for choosing to continue your studies with us at the University of West Georgia. Your Orientation to the Program will be in the form of this online module. You are expected to access it and familiarize yourself with key information that will lead to a successful academic experience with us. If you encounter any problem, please contact your academic advisor for assistance.
 * Overview and Welcome **

The Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) program focused on School Library Media is housed in the Department of Educational Innovation, College of Education at the University of West Georgia. It is designed to prepare educators to become effective teachers in rapidly changing technology-rich learning environments. Our rigorous academic standards, and commitment to 21st century learning produce graduates who are shaping the educational landscape of the future. The program is grounded in theoretical perspectives, instructional design strategies, and practical application of knowledge to ensure students can immediately apply what they learn in P-12 educational settings.
 * Purpose Statement **

The program is supported by faculty who have expert experience in the P-12 schools --- (678) 839-6108 || (678) 839-6129 || (678) 839-6151 || (678) 839-6154 || For more information about the Department of Educational Innovation, please visit our website.
 * || Dr. O.P. Cooper ||  || Assistant Professor ||   || Program Coordinator for EdS IT with School Library Media Certification ||   || ocooper@westga.edu
 * || Dr. Cristine Goldberg ||  || Assistant Professor ||   ||   ||   || cgoldber@westga.edu
 * || Dr. Dawn Putney ||  || Professor ||   || Program Coordinator for Assessment ||   || <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">dputney@westga.edu
 * || Dr. Phyllis Snipes ||  || <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Associate Professor ||   || <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Program Coordinator for School Library Media ||   || <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">psnipes@westga.edu

Useful links: Bookstore, and Software Information || [|Orientation Information] [|Order your ID online] [|Order books online] || Instructions coming soon so that you can order online || Accessing CourseDen (from Distance Ed) ||
 * **Topic** || **Module URL** ||
 * How to Get Your ID, Parking Permit,
 * How to Get Your Software || [|Get your Software]
 * General Orientation Presentation ||  ||
 * How to get your UWG Password and Login || How to get your UWG Password and Login ||
 * How to Register for Courses || How to Register for Courses ||
 * UWG Library Resources || University of West Georgia Ingram Library ||
 * CourseDen || Being a Successful Online Learner (handbook excerpt).pdf
 * Good student status || Maintaining Your Good Student Status ||