Posted Appreciative to Treks Transform 2010
I am so appreciative of the opportunities provided this week. I am convinced that the only way to "step in" is through immersion- and I am definately immersed. I appreciate the amount of tools and options and the many incredible...
Posted Hump Day to Treks Transform 2010
I think I am over the hump :). In the past several days I have been overwhelmed, excited, frightened, motivated......I am sure you know the emotions. I just wanted to gather all the knowledge and the options from each of...
Posted Monday Reflection to Treks Transform 2010
The Quality Matters session turned out to be a reassurance for me. A reassurance that those who traveled down the road of on-line course development before us, had some reflections and experiences that lead to standards. The standards are a...
Posted Best Teaching Practices in Distant Education to Treks Transform 2010
Kathy Hayden - award recipient. By far the most informative session! Highlights and Ideas: www.inacol.org - list of Standards for a Quality On-line Course Important elements for an on-line course: Ice-breakers and group discussion Interactions and communications with the instructor...
Posted Gen Yers to Treks Transform 2010
Who are they and how can we best connect to Generation Y: They are: Successful at Multi-Tasking Not bound by traditional time lines (8-5:00 work days) Respond best to VISUAL supports in learning Rely on instant and frequent feedback from...
Posted Adult On-Line Undergraduates to Treks Transform 2010
This study presented by Betsy Bannier highlighted the key elements to engaging adult undergrads and promoting their success. The key elements listed by Bannier: Offer Problem-Based Learning Experiences Identifiy the students' motivation (extrinsic/intrinsic) Identify the students' Help-Seeking Behaviors Limit group-work...
Posted Engaging On-Line Learners - Author Discussion to Treks Transform 2010
This was an interesting session in that the authors shared activities and anecdotal stories that engaged ME as well as their on-line audiences. They spoke of the importance of providing "ice breaking activities" (this was also noted by Katherine Hayden...
Posted Using Design Framework to Create a Sense of Presence to Treks Transform 2010
Knowing that isolation is the catalyst for high drop out rates in on-line courses, I thought it would be wise to attend a session about creating presence. The authors of the book and presenters covers their theories - but again...
Posted E-Mentia to Treks Transform 2010
"Technology can encourage humanity to reach their full potential" -Dr. Allen Take away points from session: It is the wise use of technology - not the technology- that results in success. Include CCAF in every on-line instructional tool: Context, Challenge,...
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