Learner Engagement - Final

Please see edited version of Final Assignment.  I was finally able to correct the audio portion of my presentation.  Thank you for all of your comments regarding the presentation.  I am sorry I miss some of you on Skype.  http://youtu.be/GDJXYzjDQlw

Reference for Video Presentation of Engaged Learners

Reference

Betts, K., & Lanza-Gladney, M. (2010). Academic advising: Ten strategies to increase student engagement and retention by personalizing the online education experience through online human touch, Academic Advising Today, 31(1). National Academic Advising Association (NACADA). http://www.nacada.ksu.edu/AAT/documents/33-1.pdf

Bonk, C.J. (2011). Curtis Bonk e-learning world.  Retrieved from: http://mypage.iu.edu/~cjbonk/

Bonk, C. J., & Zhang, K. (2006). Introducing the R2D2 model: Online learning for the diverse learners of this world. Distance Education, 27(2), 249-264.

Dennis, A., Bichelmeyer, B., Henry, D., Cakir, H., Korkmaz, A., Watson, C., & Brunnage, J. (2006). The Cisco Networking Academy: A model for the study of student success in a blended learning environment. In C. J. Bonk & C. R. Graham (Eds.). Handbook of blended learning: Global Perspectives, local designs (pp. 550-567). San Francisco, CA: Pfeiffer Publishing

 Fleming, N.D. & Mills, C. (1992). Helping Students Understand How They Learn. The Teaching Professor, Vol. 7 No. 4, Magma Publications, Madison, Wisconsin, USA.

Lear, J., Ansorge, C., Stecklberg, A. (2010) Interactivity/Community Process Model for the Online Education Environment. Journal of Online Learning and Teaching. Retrieved from: http://jolt.merlot.org/vol6no1/lear_0310.htm

 Lippincott, Joan. (2006) Learning, engagement, and technology” networked Information. “Student Engagement and Information Literacy” edited by Craig Gibson.  Chicago:  Association of College and Research Libraries, 2006. 

Response to Video Presentations

Responded to Vida Martin,  http://vidamartin.wordpress.com/

 Heather Rogers,  http://waldeneducationaltechnology.blogspot.com/2011_11_01_archive.html
 Martha Thibodeau,  http://mrsthibodeau.wordpress.com/
 Rashida Brown,   http://rashidabrown.wordpress.com/2011/11/
Tara Hatley,  http://tarahatley.blogspot.com/
Kimberly Arila  http://amusingmoose.wordpress.com/
Charee Hampton http://charee1019.blogspot.com/

Preview - Engaging Learners

Please see attached video of final assignment
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBdEPH9KuF8

Responded to Distance Learning using Technology

I have responded to Rashida and Kimberly

Technology and Media for Distance Learning

Module 5 - Technoloy & Media in Distance Learning

There are several multimedia technological resources available for distance learners and for instructors.  The article written by McGreal and Elliott (2008) offers suggestions for the use of the multimedia in an instructional setting. Moller (2008) states that dynamic tools: “involve learner on a much deeper level” (pp.1). I have experience a great deal of dynamic technology in my online courses.  I have used wikis, blogs, video conferences and social networks in communicating and developing an understanding of the content.  The static technology is the form I used early on in my post education experience online.  I used textbooks, watched videos, used chat rooms and listen to cd lectures.   I believe as Moller (2008) states that static technologies allow learner “to capture information,” and it has becomes popular because they “mimic traditional environment” (pp.1), a zone of comfort for many educators.  I further believe as Moller goes on to state “technology can be conceptualized along a continuum of static to dynamic” (pp.1).

Reference

McGreal, R. & Elliott , M.,(2008). Technologies of Online Learning (E-Learning). The theory and practice of online learning (T. Anderson, Ed.). Edmonton, AB: Athabasca University Press.

Moller, L. (2008). Static and dynamic technological tools. [Unpublished Paper].

Response to Classmates - Engage Learners

I responded to Vida Martin and Heather Rogers

Graphic Organizer

Module 4 - Engaging learners with New Strategies and Tools (Graphic Organizers)

The advancement of technology tools continues to be updated to meet the needs of society. Thus the latest multimedia technology promotes the opportunity for online education to communicate in various ways. Research has shown that distance learning can be effective when technology is appropriate for the instructional task, instructors feedback and student interaction( Moore & Thompson, 1990). This technology can also generate the development students understanding of the content knowledge. Moller (2008) explains the dynamic tools: “involve learner one a much deeper level”. Moller (2008) also uses an interesting analogy when he compares the integration of technology to crafting a new recipe. Instructor should wisely choose technology that relates to the course and the skill level of the students. Also, the pedagogues should be selective with regards to which multimedia tools they integrate into the classroom since technology trends continue to change.
The technology tools such as Google documents, Google Scholar, Wikipedia, and e-books can provide the online learner with content resources they need to develop deeper critical thinking skills. Although many other technology tools such as Blogs, Wikipages, discussion boards and chat rooms can provide online learners with the necessary authentic active learning. These tools are also strategies that encourage small group interaction and problem solving (Durrington, et al, 2006). These technological tools along with communication tools such as Skype, emails, social network pages and chat rooms can be the most important strategies and tools for the online learner and instructor. It is an enhancement for the online learning environment that provides engaging communication and builds the learners experience and problem solving skills.

References:

Durrington, V. A., Berryhill, A., & Swafford, J. (2006). Strategies for enhancing interactivity in an online environment. College Teaching, 54(1), 190-193.

Moller, L. (2008). Static and dynamic technological tools. [Unpublished Paper].

Mooer, M. G. and M. M. Thompson. 1990. The effects of distance learning: A summary of literature (Research Monograph no. 2). University Park, PA: American Center for the Study of Distance Education.

Module 3 - Assessing Collaborative Efforts

Assessments in the distance education environment should be a collaboration contribution. Siemens (2008) states peers should assess each other by a created community that gives feedback. In the discussion group, instructors have the ability to assess individual students understanding and misunderstanding of the information presented. Palloff and Pratt (2005) study explains a similar idea; they had a reflective process that included a self-assessment component. The tools used for assessment should be developed to focus on the topics in the course as well as the online learners.

The rubric for assessments should be an effective tool to use to insure a “fair and equitable assessment”. Through the rubric, learners know of what is expected. They can also self assess their knowledge Palloff and Pratt (2005).

Then to encourage students who do not network or collaborate can be achieved by the instructor through reminders of the rubric and guidelines of the online course. The online community can also motivate and elicit contributions to the learning environment. Palloff and Pratt (2007) states human contact such as e-mail, Skype, chats can also promote learner engagement. Moller, et el (2005) explains that the social environment of the online class can motivate students. Through groups, the online learner is engaged by communicating through social interaction and peer learning. Furthermore, research has proven group interaction and a sense of community motivates learners.

Moller, L., Huett, J., Holder, D. Young, J., Harvey, D., & Godshalk, V. (2005).  Examining the impact of learning communities on motivation.  Quaterly Review of Distance Education.

Palloff, R. M., & Pratt, K. (2007). Building online learning communities: Effective strategies for the virtual classroom. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Palloff, R. M., & Pratt, K. (2005). Collaborating online: Learning together in community. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Siemens, G. (2008) Assessment of collaborative learning. Laureate Education, Inc.

Responses to other classmates

I have responded to Kimberly, Kristy, and Rashida

Learner Engagement Storyboard

Narration:  Learner Engagement Music: ….. Title Slide: Motion:	Learning Engagement
Narration: ….Introduction of Workshop & Presenters Music: ….. Title Slide:  Vision 2016 Engaging the Learner Motion:	Vision 2016 Gwinnett County Teachers Engaging the Learner Claudia Dornbusch
Narration: ….What makes a good learner? Music: ….. Title Slide: What makes a good leaner? Motion:	What makes a good learner? -       Positive Attitude -       Perseverance -       Be Proactive -       Have a plan
Narration: There are different types of engagement. Music: ….. Title Slide: Types of Engagement Motion:	Types of Engagement? -       Social -       Collaborative -       Content Creation
Narration:  Learner engagement Music: ….. Title Slide: What is learner engagement? Motion:	What is learner engagement? —     Learners take an active role in processing learning. J Judging learner engagement is more challenging in an online environment.
Narration: Ways to promote learner engagement. Music: ….. Title Slide:  Ways to promote learner engagement. Motion:	Ways to Promote Learner Engagement —      Pre-course activities to familiarize students with learner engagement —      Stimulating interactions

Comments for Module 2

I have left comments on the following blogs:
Kristy Burrough and Tara Hatley

Module 2 - Elements of Distance Education

Global Diversity of Distance Education –

Change in society has reflected the advancement of communication in distance learning.  Distance learning has expanded the learning environment through collaborative interaction and global diversity.  Siemens (2008) suggest distance learning is growing on a global scale.

The access of the internet has made distance education global.  Electronic tools and applications such as wikis, blogs and podcast have enhanced the distance learning environment.  Instructors have the opportunity to take their students around the world.  The opportunities for the students from different cultures, professions and places have become limitless.  Distance learning has allowed for the computer and other electronic tools to be a global neighborhood that made impossibilities of education possible.  

Siemens, G. (2008). The future of distance education.  Laureate Education, Inc. Principles of Distance Education DVD

Distance Education and the next generation

Distance Education has shown a significant increase and will be emphasized with the next generation, according to Simonson (Laureate, 2008).  Distance education has exploded over the past few decades.  This advancement of technology has the ability to learn about different subjects from various locations that would not otherwise be possible until college or by other expensive course options.  Moller, Huett, Foshay and Coleman (2008) authored a series of articles regarding distance education and believed there is usefulness in this advancement of technology but there should also be improvements in instructional design. 

The authors believe there should be a transformation of the teaching methods, economic reforms and the organizational structure.  I agree that these factors can be a obstruction to the continued development of distance education. I also believe that with the continual collaborative efforts of knowledgeable instructors and instructional design professionals’ online education will continue to improve and be a viable alternative to traditional schools for all ages and cultures on a global scale.

Huett, J., Moller, L., Foshay, W. & Coleman, C. (2008, September/October). The evolution of distance education: Implications for instructional design on the potential of the Web (Part 3: K12). TechTrends, 52(5), 63–67.

Simonson, M. (2000). Making decisions: The use of electronic technology in online classes. New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 84, 29–34.

DVD: Laureate Education, Inc. (2008). Principles of Distance Education. Baltimore: Simonson, M.