1. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 1 Caribbean Union College An Introduction to the e-Learning Concept Caribbean Union College An Introduction to the e-Learning Concept

2. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 2 When apples are inexpensive and available, the creative chef delights with apple-based recipes.

3. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 3 Likewise, this is the era of technology, increasingly inexpensive and available; technology is in season.

4. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 4 What can technology facilitate today, that was before more difficult, more onerous, or more expensive?

5. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 5 What changes derived from these practices will increase the quality of learning?

6. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 6 1. Provide students with a broader view Their draft work can be critiqued by experts, others in the class, etc.Their draft work can be critiqued by experts, others in the class, etc. Materials from other teachers can be shared and studied.Materials from other teachers can be shared and studied. Students papers from previous terms can be made available.Students papers from previous terms can be made available.

7. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 7 In short, the instructor can escape the role of being the students only authority.In short, the instructor can escape the role of being the students only authority.

8. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 8 2. Individualize assignments and advice The instructorThe instructor –can answer questions that may be unique to a single student without taking the time of an entire class. –can focus the questions and detect their confusion (…if any). –can find time for each student, and let them know that he cares about them as individuals.

9. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 9 3.Students can be asked to do more on their own Students are exposed to probing questions.Students are exposed to probing questions. Students can connect with professionals in the field.Students can connect with professionals in the field. A student-manager-of-the-week can summarize the concerns of other students (or the entire group).A student-manager-of-the-week can summarize the concerns of other students (or the entire group).

10. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 10 Term papers can include a treatment of the subject in both text and picture.Term papers can include a treatment of the subject in both text and picture. Students can routinely consult an ever-changing syllabus, to help with course administrivia.Students can routinely consult an ever-changing syllabus, to help with course administrivia.

11. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 11 4. It is much more realistic to expect students to collaborate on assignments More easily connect, even when separated by time and place.More easily connect, even when separated by time and place. More easily observe the contribution of each individual, as well as the final result of the group work.More easily observe the contribution of each individual, as well as the final result of the group work.

12. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 12 The management (and monitoring) of study groups is more feasible.The management (and monitoring) of study groups is more feasible. Interaction between the instructor and these students teams can become the norm.Interaction between the instructor and these students teams can become the norm.

13. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 13 5.Materials can be more timely Even in the midst of a class session, the resources are available to support an unexpected turn in the discussion.Even in the midst of a class session, the resources are available to support an unexpected turn in the discussion. –Weather data can be todays weather. –Economic issues can be todays news.

14. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 14 Distance Education – Facts 2/3 of all 2 and 4 year institutions 52% graduate schools 2,876,000 enrollments 118,100 courses 90% via Internet Source US Dept of Education 2003 2/3 of all 2 and 4 year institutions 52% graduate schools 2,876,000 enrollments 118,100 courses 90% via Internet Source US Dept of Education 2003

15. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 15 Concerns over e-Learning Failures in programs Failures in programs Effectiveness versus traditional Effectiveness versus traditional

16. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 16 Key Success Factors Variety Communication Technical Support Empathy Clarity Content Variety Communication Technical Support Empathy Clarity Content

17. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 17 VarietyVariety Multiple instructional methods PowerPoint lectures Online discussions Structured assignments Research papers Exams Internet research Text readings Supplementary materials

18. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 18 CommunicationCommunication e-Mail e-Mail Chat Chat Syllabus Syllabus Notice board Notice board Office phone Office phone Assignments feedback Assignments feedback

19. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 19 Technical support On-line help On-line help Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Off hours messages Off hours messages 24/7 submissions 24/7 submissions

20. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 20 EmpathyEmpathy Been there Been there Face the challenges of the DE Face the challenges of the DE Motivation Motivation Atmosphere Atmosphere Mindset Mindset Trust and belief Trust and belief

21. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 21 ClarityClarity Clear expectationsClear expectations SyllabusSyllabus FeedbackFeedback

22. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 22 ContentContent e-Learning courses should include: Lectures Lectures Notes Notes Readings Readings Activities Activities Supplemental materials Supplemental materials Links Links

23. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 23 Time management Time management High self-esteem High self-esteem Motivation Motivation Reflection Reflection Experience Experience Iterative Iterative Design Design Support Support Technical Technical Many factors suggested

24. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 24 - Teacher-centered - Student-centered - Single media - Multimedia - Isolated work - Collaborative work - Information delivery - Information exchange - Passive learning - Active learning - Factual/literal thinking - Critical thinking - Isolated, artificial context - Authentic, real world Traditional Environment & New Environments

25. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 25 Technology IntegrationTechnology Integration Teachers and TechnologyTeachers and Technology Personal and Institutional ChangePersonal and Institutional Change Institutional Considerations

26. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 26 Supported by literature Alley and Jansak (2001) Roblyer and Marshall (2002-2003) Alley and Jansak (2001) Wegner, Holloway, and Garton (1999) Eastmond (2000) Soong, Chan, Chua, and Loh (2001) Stidham and Frieden (2002) Piercy (2000) Swan, Shea, Frederickson, Pickett, Pelz, and Maher (2000) Jegede, Taplin, Fan, Chan, and Yum (1999) Meyen, Tangen, and Lian (1999) Hara and Kling (2000) http://www.syllabus.com/article.asp?id=8117 Alley and Jansak (2001) Roblyer and Marshall (2002-2003) Alley and Jansak (2001) Wegner, Holloway, and Garton (1999) Eastmond (2000) Soong, Chan, Chua, and Loh (2001) Stidham and Frieden (2002) Piercy (2000) Swan, Shea, Frederickson, Pickett, Pelz, and Maher (2000) Jegede, Taplin, Fan, Chan, and Yum (1999) Meyen, Tangen, and Lian (1999) Hara and Kling (2000) http://www.syllabus.com/article.asp?id=8117

27. e-Learning Training © - November 2005 - David Siguelnitzky 27 Thank You Questions???