1. E-Learning Solutions (Daryle Schneider) January 8, 2011

2. Implementing e-learning Solutions “Technology-based delivery that can make ongoing adjustments to the instructional path based on learners’ responses” (Clark, 2009). “Virtual classrooms bridge the gap between the medieval classroom and the World Web” (Horton, 2006).

3. What is e-learning Delivered via computer and internet. Interactive content uses multimedia. Instructor-led or individual self paced. Graphics, photos, animation, video. Wikis, discussion boards, and email. Anywhere and any time of day.

4. Collaborative and Related Tools Audio/Video- conferencing Application Sharing Breakout Rooms Communication and Interaction LEARNERS INSTRUCTORS

5. Vary Collaborative Modes Slide Shows Chat Polling Whiteboard Web Tour

6. Communication and Interaction Ways Learners’ Communicate: Online meetings Discussion forums Chat and instant messaging Email

7. Role of the Whiteboard Collaboration Tool Wall or stand mounted board Overlay for slides, web tours, videos Used for visual display Annotated and graphic interaction

8. Uses for Application Sharing Demonstrate computer programs Learners view unavailable data Demonstrate skills and activities Collaborative learning activities Demonstrate procedures

9. Best Video Practices Prepare the Studio Prepare the Presenter Prepare Learners Keep the session smooth

10. Manage the Virtual Course Teach, it doesn’t just happen. Plan predictable learning cycles Provide complete instructions Simplify tasks for learners Manage collaborative activities Deal with problem learners

11. Teaching in a Virtual Classroom Learners’ introduce themselves Stay on the published schedule Make yourself available Space assignments and deadlines Publish the entire syllabus Offer technical help contacts Contact learners individually

12. Recommendations Using collaboration and related tools - Instant Messaging for online office hours. Communicating and interacting with learners - Class discussion can be used for groups. Using the whiteboard - Smartboards can be used to create visuals.

13. Recommendations Application sharing uses – Survey users on helpfulness of applications. Best practice for video – Test videos in various forms of players. Managing the virtual course – for all learners. Teaching in a virtual classroom = Universal Design

14. Recommendation Justification

15. Find out more on the Web Web-Based Instant Messengers: A Mini-Guide If You Build It, They Will Come: 100 more library lifesavers: a survival guide Conducting Research Surveys via E-mail and the Web 'How To Adjust Your Teaching Style To Your Students' Learning Style''How To Adjust Your Teaching Style To Your Students' Learning Style' QuickTime movie in PowerPoint

16. Resources Horton, W. (2006). E-Learning by Design. San Francisco, CA. Pfeiffer & Company. Horton, W. (2000). Designing Web-Based Training. New York, NY. Wiley. Boyce, J. &. (2007). Introduction to PowerPoint 2007. In J. Pierce, 2007 Microsoft Office System (pp. 521-626). Redmond, WA.: Microsoft Corp. Clark. (2009) E-Learning and the Science of Instruction: Proven Guidelines for Consumers and Designers of Multimedia Learning, 2nd Edition. San Francisco, CA. Pfeiffer & Company.