Slides to accompany STC Summit presentation for Wednesday, 24 June 2015. Discuss class formats, academic analysis and metrics, and case history of presenter's experience moving from standup instructor to virtual one.
The document discusses online education and compares its benefits and challenges. It provides data showing that most academic leaders see online learning as critical to their long-term strategy and believe its learning outcomes are equivalent to or better than face-to-face instruction. While online education provides benefits like flexibility and convenience, challenges include technology issues, student isolation, and developing engaging online content. Student and instructor feedback reflects both advantages and disadvantages of the online medium. Overall, the presentation concludes that online education's benefits outweigh its challenges for technical communication topics.
The document discusses online education, outlining both its challenges and benefits. It begins with definitions of online course types and an overview of data showing that academic leaders see online learning as critical to their long-term strategies and believe learning outcomes are comparable to or better than face-to-face instruction. Challenges discussed include technology issues, student and faculty abilities, and retaining students online. Benefits include flexibility, convenience, and developing technology skills. Student feedback provides mixed views, with some praising flexibility while others prefer face-to-face interaction. In conclusion, the author believes online education's benefits outweigh challenges for technical communication topics.
According to the newest concepts, thanks to the Internet, our work and social life have been radically transformed, as well as have changed our instruction scheme. Technology is now a guiding principle in modern education. Do we forget about the human touch?
Moreover, this progress in technology not only puts an emotional impact on the users who directly have access to information, but also generates countless access to education around the world.
Teaching resources are now reachable virtually to everyone very often for no fee.
Does existing know-how use the human touch or education has just become a technical structure?
The advantages and disadvantages of online learningJanna8482
The document discusses online education and its various forms. It defines online education as learning undertaken on a computer via the internet without attending a traditional school. It notes some key advantages of online education include flexibility, the ability to learn anywhere with an internet connection, and being able to work at one's own pace. However, it also discusses potential disadvantages such as a lack of personal interaction and feeling isolated.
The document discusses e-learning (also known as online learning), including its definition, benefits, and limitations compared to traditional classroom learning. Some key benefits of e-learning include lower costs, global reach, ability to access on any device, and consistency in content delivery. However, e-learning also lacks face-to-face interaction, requires self-discipline from learners, and is more difficult to develop effectively compared to traditional in-person training. While e-learning is suitable for delivering some types of knowledge and skills, it may lack the transformational effects of learning from an experienced practitioner through personal interaction.
Online Education As Ecommerce
Presented By Shubham Tikkiwal & Nikhil Pareek (IIT Roorkee)
The document discusses problems with the current state of education in India and proposes online education as a solution. It outlines issues like a lack of college and faculty reviews, limited access to study materials, and no platform for direct interaction between educational institutions and students. The document then describes various models of online education including distance learning, blended learning, e-learning and m-learning. It argues that online education can increase access to expertise, provide more up-to-date content at lower cost, and better prepare students for 21st century business.
This document discusses e-learning, including its nature, characteristics, modes, styles, advantages, and disadvantages. E-learning refers to learning facilitated by electronic media and online resources. It can take various forms, including supporting traditional classroom learning, blended learning models that combine online and in-person instruction, or fully online learning. E-learning provides benefits like flexible access, individualized instruction, and the ability to reach remote learners, but also faces challenges like upfront costs and a lack of in-person interaction. Educational institutions need to provide training and technical support to promote effective adoption of e-learning.
The document discusses online education and compares its benefits and challenges. It provides data showing that most academic leaders see online learning as critical to their long-term strategy and believe its learning outcomes are equivalent to or better than face-to-face instruction. While online education provides benefits like flexibility and convenience, challenges include technology issues, student isolation, and developing engaging online content. Student and instructor feedback reflects both advantages and disadvantages of the online medium. Overall, the presentation concludes that online education's benefits outweigh its challenges for technical communication topics.
The document discusses online education, outlining both its challenges and benefits. It begins with definitions of online course types and an overview of data showing that academic leaders see online learning as critical to their long-term strategies and believe learning outcomes are comparable to or better than face-to-face instruction. Challenges discussed include technology issues, student and faculty abilities, and retaining students online. Benefits include flexibility, convenience, and developing technology skills. Student feedback provides mixed views, with some praising flexibility while others prefer face-to-face interaction. In conclusion, the author believes online education's benefits outweigh challenges for technical communication topics.
According to the newest concepts, thanks to the Internet, our work and social life have been radically transformed, as well as have changed our instruction scheme. Technology is now a guiding principle in modern education. Do we forget about the human touch?
Moreover, this progress in technology not only puts an emotional impact on the users who directly have access to information, but also generates countless access to education around the world.
Teaching resources are now reachable virtually to everyone very often for no fee.
Does existing know-how use the human touch or education has just become a technical structure?
The advantages and disadvantages of online learningJanna8482
The document discusses online education and its various forms. It defines online education as learning undertaken on a computer via the internet without attending a traditional school. It notes some key advantages of online education include flexibility, the ability to learn anywhere with an internet connection, and being able to work at one's own pace. However, it also discusses potential disadvantages such as a lack of personal interaction and feeling isolated.
The document discusses e-learning (also known as online learning), including its definition, benefits, and limitations compared to traditional classroom learning. Some key benefits of e-learning include lower costs, global reach, ability to access on any device, and consistency in content delivery. However, e-learning also lacks face-to-face interaction, requires self-discipline from learners, and is more difficult to develop effectively compared to traditional in-person training. While e-learning is suitable for delivering some types of knowledge and skills, it may lack the transformational effects of learning from an experienced practitioner through personal interaction.
Online Education As Ecommerce
Presented By Shubham Tikkiwal & Nikhil Pareek (IIT Roorkee)
The document discusses problems with the current state of education in India and proposes online education as a solution. It outlines issues like a lack of college and faculty reviews, limited access to study materials, and no platform for direct interaction between educational institutions and students. The document then describes various models of online education including distance learning, blended learning, e-learning and m-learning. It argues that online education can increase access to expertise, provide more up-to-date content at lower cost, and better prepare students for 21st century business.
This document discusses e-learning, including its nature, characteristics, modes, styles, advantages, and disadvantages. E-learning refers to learning facilitated by electronic media and online resources. It can take various forms, including supporting traditional classroom learning, blended learning models that combine online and in-person instruction, or fully online learning. E-learning provides benefits like flexible access, individualized instruction, and the ability to reach remote learners, but also faces challenges like upfront costs and a lack of in-person interaction. Educational institutions need to provide training and technical support to promote effective adoption of e-learning.
E-learning refers to online learning delivered through electronic devices. It has several advantages like global reach, accessibility on multiple devices, just-in-time learning, and lower costs compared to traditional classroom learning. However, e-learning also has limitations such as lack of self-discipline required, absence of face-to-face interaction, and difficulty developing complex skills online. While e-learning is effective for knowledge transmission, real transformational learning occurs through live engagement with experienced trainers not found in online formats. Both pros and cons of e-learning are discussed in the document.
Distance education, distance learning or D-Learning is a mode of delivering education and instruction, often on an individual basis, to students who are not physically present in a traditional setting such as a classroom. Distance learning provides "access to learning when the source of information and the learners are separated by time and distance, or both.
Challenges and Experiences of Students in the Virtual Classroom World: A Lite...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
The study aims to discuss the experience students face in the virtual classroom mode. The limitations and challenges which students face while enrolling in online modes to learning from MOOC Courses to Distance Learning. The community of the people undertaking online education has increased significantly in the past few years. The paper reviews the literature on the topic of online classes, asynchronous and synchronous modes of delivery, the perception of students in the virtual learning and the experiences and challenges faced.
E-Learning: Challenges and Research Opportunities Using Machine Learning & Da...eraser Juan José Calderón
E-Learning: Challenges and Research Opportunities Using Machine Learning & Data Analytics
de ABDALLAH MOUBAYED 1 , MOHAMMADNOOR INJADAT1 , ALI BOU NASSIF2 , HANAN LUTFIYYA3 , AND ABDALLAH SHAMI1 1Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, Western University, London, ON N6A 3K7, Canada 2Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates 3Computer Science Department, Western University, London, ON N6A 3K7, Canada Corresponding author: Abdallah Moubayed (amoubaye@uwo.ca)
ABSTRACT
With the proliferation of technology, the field of e-learning has garnered significant attention in recent times. This is because it has allowed users from around the world to learn and access new information. This has added to the growing amount of collected data that is already being generated through different devices and sensors employed around the world. This has led to the need to analyze collected data and extract useful information from it. Machine learning (ML) and data analytics (DA) are proposed techniques that can help extract information and find valuable patterns within the collected data. In this paper, the field of e-learning is investigated in terms of definitions and characteristics. Moreover, the various challenges facing the different participants within this process are discussed. In addition, some of the works proposed in the literature to tackle these challenges are presented. Then, a brief survey about some of the most popular ML and DA techniques is given. Finally, some of the research opportunities available that employ such techniques are proposed to give insights into the areas that merit further exploration and investigation.
Online education involves taking courses over the internet without attending a physical school, allowing for flexible schedules and self-paced learning. It can be synchronous, with live virtual classes, or asynchronous, where students complete lessons independently. The growth of online learning presents challenges for institutions but also opportunities to reach more learners through virtual classrooms that allow interaction between students and teachers.
Online and distance learning takes different forms but all aim to enhance the learning experience. A fully online course conducts all instruction online with both synchronous sessions requiring students to log on together and asynchronous activities they complete independently. The flipped classroom model has students learn lessons outside of class then do homework and activities in the classroom. A blended or hybrid course combines some traditional in-person sessions with online learning, replacing about 30% or more of face-to-face time with online work.
The document outlines pros and cons of online learning. Some pros are that online learning allows participation without constraints of time or location, allows for dynamic interaction, and centers learning around the student. Cons include needing access to current technology, potential for technology failures, and limitations for some student types, content, and feedback.
The document outlines 5 key benefits of online learning:
1) It allows students to learn from anywhere at any time as long as assignment deadlines are met.
2) Students can instantly review lecture materials such as rewinding audio or video recordings.
3) The online environment tends to foster better class participation as it is less intimidating than traditional in-person settings.
4) It gives students more time to think through ideas before sharing as discussions are asynchronous.
5) Online courses can save students money by avoiding campus fees for housing, transportation, etc.
To Analyze the Potential of e-Learning in Indian Education System
e-Learning is defined as acquisition of knowledge and skill using electronic technologies such as computer, Internet, local and wide area networks.
e-Learning may also be referred as the use of Information and Communication Technology to deliver learning and training programs to enhance and support the tertiary education.
For more details please visit
www.iicecollege.com
Understanding E-Learning: Foundations for Effective...Sanjaya Mishra
This document discusses e-learning foundations and strategies for effective online teaching. It defines e-learning and explains why it has become popular, including its accessibility, interactivity, and potential for reduced costs. The document outlines different forms of e-learning and characteristics like interactivity and flexible self-paced learning. It provides frameworks for designing online environments and resources and discusses instructional strategies and technologies used in e-learning.
This document summarizes and compares online education and regular education. It outlines the key differences, including that online education involves electronic media and ICT tools while regular education is face-to-face teaching and learning. Some benefits of online education are lower cost, flexibility to learn anytime, and ability to review missed classes. Benefits of regular education include direct communication and interaction with teachers, easier clarification of doubts, and typically shorter duration to complete a program. In conclusion, both systems have advantages and disadvantages, so the best option depends on individual circumstances and needs.
Blended learning - Online Learning and Traditional LearningArpit Srivastava
Blended learning can increase flexibility for learners in several ways:
- It allows learners to access course content and materials online, so they can learn anywhere at any time, not just during scheduled class meetings. This provides more flexibility over when and where they learn.
- The online components allow learners to review lectures, lessons, and materials at their own pace. They aren't constrained by the pace of the entire class.
- By moving some content online, it frees up class time that can then be used for more interactive, applied, and personalized learning activities like discussions, projects, labs, etc. This shifts the focus to applied, active learning during face-to-face meetings.
Blen
The document discusses the development of a virtual classroom system to enhance learning at Gingoog City Colleges. Traditional classrooms have limitations like time and location constraints, inconsistent pedagogy, and human errors. The virtual classroom allows asynchronous learning through multimedia course materials. It aims to improve teacher-student interaction and communication through features like assignments, discussions, and real-time help. Researchers conducted interviews and a literature review to understand user needs and similar systems. They developed the system using PHP and MySQL to provide a web-based interactive e-learning platform without physical constraints.
Barriers To E-Learning Job Training Presentation (no sound)Lisa Ronald
Learning at work as an employee is inherently different from being a student in an academic setting and, as such, is beset with different challenges. As trends in the adoption of e-learning for the delivery of job training increase, new challenges related to distance learning with technology have also emerged. Recognition that continued learning in the workplace, now via technological methods, is required for maintaining proficiency and achieving career goals means that understanding the challenges unique to learning at work is paramount.
This qualitative study explored barriers to successful online job learning. Interviews with thirty federal government employees from the Forest Service and National Park Service enrolled in an online wilderness planning course revealed that attrition frameworks typically used to describe barriers to persistence in academia and distance education only partially describe hindering factors relevant to workplace learning. Although these hindering factors can generally be categorized as workplace; personality trait, and preference; course design/structure; or technology barriers, such categorization oversimplifies the true nature of employees’ struggles to learn on the job.
This study's findings reveal three overarching systemic problems: 1) illusion of convenience, 2) absence of deeper learning, and 3) lack of an organizational culture of learning. These systemic problems demonstrate that complex interactions between various barriers create a cyclic system often preventing attainment of student-controlled, student-centered learning, two benefits of self-paced study. Other barrier interactions can foster employment of superficial, rather than deep, learning strategies possibly leaving employees ill-prepared to negotiate the situations for which they are supposedly being trained. Cultural elements of the structure and organization of work suggest that workplace learning is devalued, under-recognized and often unsupported, making the challenges to adaptation in an increasingly technological era even more significant.
The document discusses the pros and cons of e-learning. It defines e-learning as a learning system that uses electronic resources like computers and the internet for teaching both inside and outside the classroom. The key advantages listed are saving time and money, better retention, personalized learning, and being cost-effective and environmentally friendly. The disadvantages include a lack of social interaction, inaccessibility for some, and issues with cheating and self-motivation. The document also provides tips for making online learning more engaging and discusses whether e-learning will remain prevalent post-pandemic in India.
The document discusses the added value of e-learning and addresses some common myths. It notes that e-learning can enable more learning by reaching more learner groups and allowing for lifelong learning. E-learning also enables better learning by supporting modern information literacies and knowledge construction versus traditional classroom learning. However, e-learning requires moving beyond the ideas of just saving money or not needing teachers. Successful e-learning implementation requires a blended approach, communication, experimentation, support, learning from experiments, and managing change.
Digital Literacy and the Education Systemlauraramsden
The document discusses the importance of digital literacy in today's education system. It argues that as digital skills become increasingly necessary for success, schools must prepare students by teaching them to safely and responsibly engage with technology and the online world. This includes making students aware of their digital footprint and privacy issues, as well as the fact that information shared online can have permanent consequences. The goal is to help students practice these skills in a protected, learning environment before they interact independently with technology after school.
The document traces the history and growth of online learning from its beginnings in 1985 to the present day. It notes that nearly 50% of higher education institutions now engage in some type of online learning. The benefits of online learning are discussed, including flexibility for students with other commitments, 24/7 access, no travel requirements, and maintaining employment. Online learning also promotes a sense of equality among students and greater engagement with instructors. It provides more degree options for rural and urban students. The document concludes that online learning has advanced greatly and will likely continue to improve.
E-learning refers to online learning delivered through electronic devices. It has several advantages like global reach, accessibility on multiple devices, just-in-time learning, and lower costs compared to traditional classroom learning. However, e-learning also has limitations such as lack of self-discipline required, absence of face-to-face interaction, and difficulty developing complex skills online. While e-learning is effective for knowledge transmission, real transformational learning occurs through live engagement with experienced trainers not found in online formats. Both pros and cons of e-learning are discussed in the document.
Distance education, distance learning or D-Learning is a mode of delivering education and instruction, often on an individual basis, to students who are not physically present in a traditional setting such as a classroom. Distance learning provides "access to learning when the source of information and the learners are separated by time and distance, or both.
Challenges and Experiences of Students in the Virtual Classroom World: A Lite...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
The study aims to discuss the experience students face in the virtual classroom mode. The limitations and challenges which students face while enrolling in online modes to learning from MOOC Courses to Distance Learning. The community of the people undertaking online education has increased significantly in the past few years. The paper reviews the literature on the topic of online classes, asynchronous and synchronous modes of delivery, the perception of students in the virtual learning and the experiences and challenges faced.
E-Learning: Challenges and Research Opportunities Using Machine Learning & Da...eraser Juan José Calderón
E-Learning: Challenges and Research Opportunities Using Machine Learning & Data Analytics
de ABDALLAH MOUBAYED 1 , MOHAMMADNOOR INJADAT1 , ALI BOU NASSIF2 , HANAN LUTFIYYA3 , AND ABDALLAH SHAMI1 1Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, Western University, London, ON N6A 3K7, Canada 2Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates 3Computer Science Department, Western University, London, ON N6A 3K7, Canada Corresponding author: Abdallah Moubayed (amoubaye@uwo.ca)
ABSTRACT
With the proliferation of technology, the field of e-learning has garnered significant attention in recent times. This is because it has allowed users from around the world to learn and access new information. This has added to the growing amount of collected data that is already being generated through different devices and sensors employed around the world. This has led to the need to analyze collected data and extract useful information from it. Machine learning (ML) and data analytics (DA) are proposed techniques that can help extract information and find valuable patterns within the collected data. In this paper, the field of e-learning is investigated in terms of definitions and characteristics. Moreover, the various challenges facing the different participants within this process are discussed. In addition, some of the works proposed in the literature to tackle these challenges are presented. Then, a brief survey about some of the most popular ML and DA techniques is given. Finally, some of the research opportunities available that employ such techniques are proposed to give insights into the areas that merit further exploration and investigation.
Online education involves taking courses over the internet without attending a physical school, allowing for flexible schedules and self-paced learning. It can be synchronous, with live virtual classes, or asynchronous, where students complete lessons independently. The growth of online learning presents challenges for institutions but also opportunities to reach more learners through virtual classrooms that allow interaction between students and teachers.
Online and distance learning takes different forms but all aim to enhance the learning experience. A fully online course conducts all instruction online with both synchronous sessions requiring students to log on together and asynchronous activities they complete independently. The flipped classroom model has students learn lessons outside of class then do homework and activities in the classroom. A blended or hybrid course combines some traditional in-person sessions with online learning, replacing about 30% or more of face-to-face time with online work.
The document outlines pros and cons of online learning. Some pros are that online learning allows participation without constraints of time or location, allows for dynamic interaction, and centers learning around the student. Cons include needing access to current technology, potential for technology failures, and limitations for some student types, content, and feedback.
The document outlines 5 key benefits of online learning:
1) It allows students to learn from anywhere at any time as long as assignment deadlines are met.
2) Students can instantly review lecture materials such as rewinding audio or video recordings.
3) The online environment tends to foster better class participation as it is less intimidating than traditional in-person settings.
4) It gives students more time to think through ideas before sharing as discussions are asynchronous.
5) Online courses can save students money by avoiding campus fees for housing, transportation, etc.
To Analyze the Potential of e-Learning in Indian Education System
e-Learning is defined as acquisition of knowledge and skill using electronic technologies such as computer, Internet, local and wide area networks.
e-Learning may also be referred as the use of Information and Communication Technology to deliver learning and training programs to enhance and support the tertiary education.
For more details please visit
www.iicecollege.com
Understanding E-Learning: Foundations for Effective...Sanjaya Mishra
This document discusses e-learning foundations and strategies for effective online teaching. It defines e-learning and explains why it has become popular, including its accessibility, interactivity, and potential for reduced costs. The document outlines different forms of e-learning and characteristics like interactivity and flexible self-paced learning. It provides frameworks for designing online environments and resources and discusses instructional strategies and technologies used in e-learning.
This document summarizes and compares online education and regular education. It outlines the key differences, including that online education involves electronic media and ICT tools while regular education is face-to-face teaching and learning. Some benefits of online education are lower cost, flexibility to learn anytime, and ability to review missed classes. Benefits of regular education include direct communication and interaction with teachers, easier clarification of doubts, and typically shorter duration to complete a program. In conclusion, both systems have advantages and disadvantages, so the best option depends on individual circumstances and needs.
Blended learning - Online Learning and Traditional LearningArpit Srivastava
Blended learning can increase flexibility for learners in several ways:
- It allows learners to access course content and materials online, so they can learn anywhere at any time, not just during scheduled class meetings. This provides more flexibility over when and where they learn.
- The online components allow learners to review lectures, lessons, and materials at their own pace. They aren't constrained by the pace of the entire class.
- By moving some content online, it frees up class time that can then be used for more interactive, applied, and personalized learning activities like discussions, projects, labs, etc. This shifts the focus to applied, active learning during face-to-face meetings.
Blen
The document discusses the development of a virtual classroom system to enhance learning at Gingoog City Colleges. Traditional classrooms have limitations like time and location constraints, inconsistent pedagogy, and human errors. The virtual classroom allows asynchronous learning through multimedia course materials. It aims to improve teacher-student interaction and communication through features like assignments, discussions, and real-time help. Researchers conducted interviews and a literature review to understand user needs and similar systems. They developed the system using PHP and MySQL to provide a web-based interactive e-learning platform without physical constraints.
Barriers To E-Learning Job Training Presentation (no sound)Lisa Ronald
Learning at work as an employee is inherently different from being a student in an academic setting and, as such, is beset with different challenges. As trends in the adoption of e-learning for the delivery of job training increase, new challenges related to distance learning with technology have also emerged. Recognition that continued learning in the workplace, now via technological methods, is required for maintaining proficiency and achieving career goals means that understanding the challenges unique to learning at work is paramount.
This qualitative study explored barriers to successful online job learning. Interviews with thirty federal government employees from the Forest Service and National Park Service enrolled in an online wilderness planning course revealed that attrition frameworks typically used to describe barriers to persistence in academia and distance education only partially describe hindering factors relevant to workplace learning. Although these hindering factors can generally be categorized as workplace; personality trait, and preference; course design/structure; or technology barriers, such categorization oversimplifies the true nature of employees’ struggles to learn on the job.
This study's findings reveal three overarching systemic problems: 1) illusion of convenience, 2) absence of deeper learning, and 3) lack of an organizational culture of learning. These systemic problems demonstrate that complex interactions between various barriers create a cyclic system often preventing attainment of student-controlled, student-centered learning, two benefits of self-paced study. Other barrier interactions can foster employment of superficial, rather than deep, learning strategies possibly leaving employees ill-prepared to negotiate the situations for which they are supposedly being trained. Cultural elements of the structure and organization of work suggest that workplace learning is devalued, under-recognized and often unsupported, making the challenges to adaptation in an increasingly technological era even more significant.
The document discusses the pros and cons of e-learning. It defines e-learning as a learning system that uses electronic resources like computers and the internet for teaching both inside and outside the classroom. The key advantages listed are saving time and money, better retention, personalized learning, and being cost-effective and environmentally friendly. The disadvantages include a lack of social interaction, inaccessibility for some, and issues with cheating and self-motivation. The document also provides tips for making online learning more engaging and discusses whether e-learning will remain prevalent post-pandemic in India.
The document discusses the added value of e-learning and addresses some common myths. It notes that e-learning can enable more learning by reaching more learner groups and allowing for lifelong learning. E-learning also enables better learning by supporting modern information literacies and knowledge construction versus traditional classroom learning. However, e-learning requires moving beyond the ideas of just saving money or not needing teachers. Successful e-learning implementation requires a blended approach, communication, experimentation, support, learning from experiments, and managing change.
Digital Literacy and the Education Systemlauraramsden
The document discusses the importance of digital literacy in today's education system. It argues that as digital skills become increasingly necessary for success, schools must prepare students by teaching them to safely and responsibly engage with technology and the online world. This includes making students aware of their digital footprint and privacy issues, as well as the fact that information shared online can have permanent consequences. The goal is to help students practice these skills in a protected, learning environment before they interact independently with technology after school.
The document traces the history and growth of online learning from its beginnings in 1985 to the present day. It notes that nearly 50% of higher education institutions now engage in some type of online learning. The benefits of online learning are discussed, including flexibility for students with other commitments, 24/7 access, no travel requirements, and maintaining employment. Online learning also promotes a sense of equality among students and greater engagement with instructors. It provides more degree options for rural and urban students. The document concludes that online learning has advanced greatly and will likely continue to improve.
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PowerPoint presentation on Online Courses kireland31
This document provides an overview of online courses, including definitions, types, history, advantages, disadvantages and considerations. It defines asynchronous vs synchronous courses and different types like blended, free vs cost, academic, K-12, college, etc. The advantages include flexibility of time, location and pace. Disadvantages could include cheating, less social learning and teacher interaction. It provides examples of online courses created with tools like Moodle and Flash. In closing, it notes that online college enrollment increased 17% in one year and K-12 online enrollment is projected to increase to over 10 million students in the next five years, demonstrating the rapid growth of online education.
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This presentation was prepared for a talk I was asked to give in 2014 at an International Conference on 'Glocal' (global + local) Education.
I showcased some examples of using technology and the Internet in my marketing lectures.
A quick presentation share that makes the argument that the future of education is increasingly digital, but the aims and foundational core of education remains the same.
The document discusses several challenges faced by college faculty with online teaching. These include constantly learning new technologies, being available 24/7, high computer literacy requirements, less preparation time and more administrative demands. Other challenges mentioned are the disconnect between faculty and administration expectations, outdated educational models, higher standards from accrediting agencies for online vs classroom learning, orienting students to course technology, replicating engaging classroom environments online, issues with attendance policies, stresses of learning outcomes and data collection, software and browser compatibility problems, frequent changes to learning management systems, new authentication requirements, difficulties teaching some subjects online, creating online community, adapting to digital native students, preparing students for future jobs, and dealing with plagiarism. The document calls for continuing
In this workshop, participants will examine trends and benefits of eLearning in the K12 environment. Then participants will apply best practice techniques with hands on Moodle exercises.
Online education system new.pdf.........kashifhamza85
The document outlines the development and benefits of online education systems. It discusses how online education has grown significantly with technological advancements, providing flexibility, accessibility, and cost savings compared to traditional models. While challenges like lack of personal interaction and technical issues remain, online education platforms utilize learning management systems, virtual classrooms, and adaptive content to deliver personalized education to a global student population. The future of online learning is poised for continued expansion through innovations in artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and universal access.
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An online education platform was proposed to address issues with current online classes. The proposed platform aims to create a more intuitive, social, and motivating online learning experience for both students and instructors. User research was conducted including surveys of students and interviews of instructors to understand their needs and challenges. Several concept designs were created and refined, including a virtual classroom, desktop widget, and gamification elements. Wireframes were developed for the virtual classroom concept to demonstrate the user interface and flows.
Concepto clave por qué es importante la enseñanza en líneawilly arzadum
This document provides an overview of an online module that examines how the increasingly digital world is changing education and how higher education is adapting. It discusses both the benefits and challenges of online teaching. The key benefits highlighted are increased flexibility, access to more resources, and developing digital skills. However, access to technology, isolation, and information overload are some of the limitations. The document concludes that online education can be effective if integrated properly and teachers are supported with time, training, and resources to develop their skills.
intro to online tools for teaching and learning.pdfssuser906a9b
A Teacher is responsible for preparing lesson plans and educating students at all levels.
Teachers must be able to instruct in a variety of subjects and reach students with engaging lesson plans.
We must be study each and every topics in syllabus
We must see videos of various experts for each topic from all units.
Preparation of subject mapping
Best practices in designing a blended learning courseDavid Asirvatham
This document outlines best practices for designing a blended learning course. It begins with an introduction to the University of Malaya and discusses the reshaping of education due to globalization and technology. Blended learning combines online and face-to-face learning. The top 10 best practices for course design are then outlined: 1) Focus on learning outcomes over technology, 2) Choose an appropriate instructional model, 3) Balance online and in-person delivery modes, 4) Redefine the teacher's role, 5) Consider optimal class sizes, 6) Support varying technology skills, 7) Balance content development time, 8) Implement effective assessment and feedback, 9) Allow time for teacher professional development, and 10) Engage students.
This document provides tips and guidance for effective online teaching and learning. It discusses the importance of giving learners control over their learning experience online. It also reviews models for online learning and moderation, such as Salmon's five-stage model of online teaching. Finally, it provides practical tips, such as encouraging learner interaction, providing clear instructions and feedback, and designing online modules to actively engage students.
This document discusses motivating online learners through effective communication, feedback, and use of technology. It explores communication methods like syllabi, announcements, emails, and synchronous meetings. It emphasizes the importance of timely, personalized feedback that acknowledges strengths and identifies areas for improvement. Lastly, it addresses making technology a tool rather than barrier through student-centered use, engagement, catering to learning styles, and being prepared to assist students with technical issues. The overall message is that flexibility, encouragement, and addressing individual needs are key to motivating diverse online students.
Advocates and practitioners of online education often come together to talk among themselves
To the converted, so to speak
This is a chance to share some of the remarkable developments in online learning with a broader audience
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2. What we’ll discuss
Who am I?
Definitions of terms
Some data to set the stage
Challenges
Strengths
Student feedback
My take on it all
Bottom line
Resources
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3. Linda Oestreich
Technical communicator
Key roles: Technical writer, technical editor, doc
manager, strategic analyst, instructor, project manager
Key skills: Analysis, problem solving, leadership,
teaching, creativity, public speaking, facilitation,
writing, editing, training
Industries: Software development, government, property
management, geophysics, science and engineering,
corporate communications
STC: Fellow, Society leader (President, VP, Director-
Sponsor, Annual Conference Program Manager), Chapter
leader (President, VP, Communications, Programs,
Professional Development ), STC Conference Presenter,
Mentor
Hobbies: dogs, cats, reading, movies, gardening,
Facebook
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5. Definitions
How Much
Delivered
Online
Course
Classification
Typical Description
0% Traditional Course where no online technology used—content
delivered orally or by writing
1 – 29% Web-
facilitated
Course that uses web-based technology to facilitate what
is essentially a face-to-face course; may use a learning
mgmt. system or web to post syllabus and assignments
30 – 79% Blended/
Hybrid
Course that blends online and face-to-face delivery.
Substantial proportion of the content is delivered online,
typically uses online discussions and has a reduced
number of face-to-face meetings
80+% Online A course where most or all of the content is delivered
online. Typically has no face-to-face meetings
NA Distance Overlaps with online, but usually encompasses earlier
technology such as correspondence courses,
educational television, and videoconferencing.
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6. Majority of data is
collected from
Grade Level:
Tracking
Online
Education in
the United
States,
I. Elaine Allen
and Jeff
Seaman,
February 2015
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7. Does online learning
provide strategic value to
academe?
Proportion of chief academic leaders that say
online learning is critical to their long-term
strategy has grown from 48.8% in 2002 to 70.8%
this year.
Proportion of institutions reporting that online
education is NOT critical to their long-term
strategy has dropped to 8.6%
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9. Are online learning outcomes
comparable to face-to-face?
Academic leaders who rate the learning outcomes in online
education as the same or superior to those in face-to-face
instruction grew from 57.2% in 2003 to 74.1% in 2014.
Proportion of academic leaders who believe learning
outcomes for online education are inferior to those of face-
to-face instruction remained constant from 2013 at 25.9%
Fewer leaders rate learning outcomes in online courses as
superior or somewhat superior to face-to-face (20.0% to
16.3%), but greater numbers rate them as the same (54.1 to
57.9%).
Academic leaders are far more positive about the learning
outcomes for blended/hybrid instruction than they are for
online.
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11. Barriers to online
instruction
Although the number of students taking distance/online
courses has grown by the millions over the past decade, it has
come with concerns: faculty acceptance has lagged,
concerns about student retention linger, and leaders continue
to worry that online courses require more faculty effort than
face-to-face instruction.
Rate of faculty members who accept “value and legitimacy
of online education” is 28.0%—a rate unchanged since 2003.
Most academic leaders (68.3%) believe that “students need
more discipline to succeed in an online course than in a face-
to-face course.
Academic leaders have increased (44.6% in 2014 vs 27.2% in
2004) their thoughts that retaining students is more difficult for
online courses than for face-to-face courses.
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13. Thoughts about MOOC
Only a small number of institutions either had or
were planning a Massive Open Online Course
(MOOC).
The percent of higher education institutions
that currently have a MOOC increased from
2.6% in 2012 to 5.0% in 2013 and to 8.0 in 2014.
Only 16.3% of academic leaders believe that
MOOCs represent a sustainable method of
offering online courses, down from 28.3% in
2012.
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17. Challenges (1)
Technology
Equity and accessibility
Computer literacy
Limitations of technology—slow or intermittent internet access
Student abilities
Must be mature, self-disciplined—can be hard for student who
needs structure
Must be well-organized, self-motivated, and have good time
management—can get “lost” easily
May feel isolated; miss camaraderie of fellow students
Usually not appropriate for younger students
Facilitator abilities
Lack of essential online qualities
Must create a supportive environment
Be accessible
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18. Challenges (2)
School administration and faculty uncomfortable with
change—more interested in bottom line
Academe moves slowly
Poor response from MOOCs
Online environment
Level of synergy
Some classes not appropriate for online teaching
Appropriate curriculum
Face-to-face methods do not always work in a virtual medium
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19. Strengths
Exciting opportunities
Convenient solutions to today’s busy learner
Easier to schedule; flexible timing for study
No commuting
Variety of learning materials available
Self-paced
Can accommodate most learning styles
Expand learning opportunities and provide quality
education through variety of formats
Helps develop knowledge of technology
Helps students take responsibility for their learning
Can repeat lectures, readings, self-administered tests
Both students and instructors believe online learning
can foster more interaction among students than large
lecture hall classes
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20. Student checklist for online
education
Can you pay for it?
Do you have the time?
Will it fit your learning
style?
Do you have the
motivation?
Do you have the tech
skills to navigate the
learning management
system?
Do you have support
from family and
employer?
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21. Student feedback
Online learning, in some respects, is a little like going to the prom
alone or with a good group of friends--one still gets to experience the
dance, but with a little less expense and a lot less pressure. (+)
There have been times when I've wished that I could knock on a
professor's door and brainstorm through problems or issues that have
arisen with assignments or material. (-)
In the traditional class setting, I feel more like a receiver of
information. In an online class, most of what I do is really up to me. The
more organized I am, especially with respect to time management,
the more I am free to learn. (+)
In some cases there is no replacement for the in-class discussion in
terms of tone and gesture. In-class and face-to-face discussion allow
a person to be more involved and passionate about the subject. (-)
I believe there’s no substitute for classroom learning. We all differ in
our learning styles (e.g., auditory, visual, reading, etc.), but most of us
learn best in some combination of them and for me it’s easier to get
that variety in a classroom. (-)
Online classes don’t foster organic discussion and learning. (-)
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22. More student feedback
While I enjoy this course, my favorite was through another university
because we had mandatory webcam sessions once a week with the
instructor and other classmates. There's something to be said for real-time
interaction and seeing facial expressions, not to mention the interesting
coffee mugs students and instructors use for a 7:45 am web session. (=)
Online classes also provide a platform for introverted students that is
beneficial to everyone. Introverts might feel more confident writing
responses and comments than offering them in a traditional classroom. (+)
I think there is an audience and a purpose for online learning, but I worry
that "deeper" knowledge may not be attained without that occasional, face-
to-face, class meeting such as a hybrid class provides. (=)
Online classes mimic today's global work environment. Today's professionals
depend on online communication and collaboration with people around the
globe. The online classroom mirrors this setup more closely than a typical
physical classroom with 50-500 students that meet twice per week to listen to
a speaker. (+)
My job can require me to follow an unpredictable schedule that includes
travel. If I were to take a traditional class I would most certainly miss class.
(+)
For those of us often too intimidated to speak up in the traditional setting, the
online environment allows us some sense of security. We can take our time
developing our thoughts before confidently presenting them to classmates
and instructors on the discussion board. (+)
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23. My take on it all
Challenges
Setting it up and keeping it fresh
Lectures
Missing face-to-face connections
Building relationships through virtual world
Writing reference letters!
Being online and accessible
Benefits
Flexibility
Satisfaction
Continued improvement
Ability to stay current
Connecting without actual contact
Global students!
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25. Bottom line: thumbs up!
It works for technical communication
classes
It works for busy professionals
Its benefits outweigh challenges
without question for our topics
It helps us to keep learning and
striving to make it better
It’s here to stay—embrace it!
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27. Resources
Evaluation of Evidence-based practices in Online Learning, US
Department of Education, September 2010
Grade Level: Tracking Online Education in the United States, I. Elaine
Allen and Jeff Seaman, February 2015;
http://onlinelearningconsortium.org/read/survey-reports-2014/ and
http://www.onlinelearningsurvey.com/reports/gradelevel.pdf
“Weaknesses of Online Learning,”
www.ion.uillinois.edu/rsources/tutorials/overview/weaknesses.asp
What are advantages and challenges of online learning and
teaching?
www.researchgate.net/post/What_are_the_advantages_and_challe
nges_of_online_learning_and_teaching
http://www.usnews.com/education/online-
education/articles/2013/01/14/5-tips-to-succeed-in-an-online-course
http://www.usnews.com/education/online-
education/articles/2015/06/02/infographic-online-student-
checklist?int=9e0f09
http://www.forbes.com/sites/johnebersole/2012/09/24/online-
learning-maturing-perhaps-improving-always/
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