Edinburgh College - Using cloud services to support learning & teaching

1. 12/11/2014 Using the Cloud
Cloud services to support learning & teaching
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2. Concept diagram
Mobile Learning 2 Using the Cloud to Access Information

3. Using the Cloud 3
Internal
»e-Mail
»Intranet
»Virtual Learning Environment
»e-Portfolio
»Resource Repositories
External
»Webmail
»Online Quiz Tools
»Digital Curation
»Social Networking
»Mobile Apps
»Blogging Tools
Internal v external

4. Using the Cloud 4
Internal
»e-Mail
»Intranet
»Virtual Learning Environment
»e-Portfolio
»Resource Repositories
External
»Webmail
»Online Quiz Tools
»Digital Curation
»Social Networking
»Mobile Apps
»Blogging Tools
Internal v external

5. Using the Cloud 5
Internal
»e-Mail
»Intranet
»Virtual Learning Environment
»e-Portfolio
»Resource Repositories
External
»Webmail
»Online Quiz Tools
»Digital Curation
»Social Networking
»Mobile Apps
»Blogging Tools
Internal v external

6. Using the Cloud 6
Internal
»e-Mail
»Intranet
»Virtual Learning Environment
»e-Portfolio
»Resource Repositories
External
»Webmail
»Online Quiz Tools
»Digital Curation
»Social Networking
»Mobile Apps
»Blogging Tools
Session 1 focus

7. Using the Cloud 7
Bookmarking Alternatives = Digital
Curation
»Organise topic based collections using online tools
»Add “bookmarklets” to you browser toolbar

8. Using the Cloud 8

9. Using the Cloud 9

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12. Using the Cloud 12
iPad app – Scoop.it!
iPhone app – Scoop.it!

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Hands on activity
Access Jisc RSC Scotland’s Topic –
supporting the digital practitioner
http://bit.ly/1cHp1rx
Create an account in Scoop.it and
start to curate a selection of
resources on a specific subject of
your choice. Remember to tag
your selections with key words
and add some of your own insight
and comments to contextualize,
add value to each resource.
www.scoop.it

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Hands on activity
Go to the following web address and add your own messages to
the Padlet wall by double clicking anywhere on the page
http://www.padlet.com/joan_walker/mobileday
To create your own padlet wall create an account, and get going!

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17. Using the Cloud 17
Hands on activity
Create an account with Polleverywhere.com
Compose and create a few online questions in a topic of your
choice – try out different formats
Test with other delegates
Download the Mobile App to use with your quiz
https://www.polleverywhere.com

18. So -What is it ?
Facebook is a global social network used by
12.1% of the world’s population. (1)
It’s popularity is defined by the opportunities it
gives to its users to communicate, collaborate
and share in a way that has never been possible
before.
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(1) (2012) Internetworldstats.com accessed Decmeber 2013
Image form Flickr by ideamediagirl licensed through CC

19. Ok - so why use it?
» It is fast becoming the preferred method
of communication
» It is accessible from any internet enabled device
» It is easy to use
» Learners are familiar with the interface and functionality
» Supports collaborative & creative work practices
» Supports the development of digital literacy skills
» A vehicle for advocating safe and responsible use of internet
technologies
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Image form Flickr by owenbrown licensed through CC

20. Drawbacks
» Learners / staff could be subject to inappropriate
behaviours
» Blurring private / personal both for learners & staff
» Potential for personal information to be
compromised
» Additional learning platform to support
» Steeper learning curve for staff
» Perception of high eSafety risk
» Facebook changes to privacy settings / defaults
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Image form Flickr by owenbrown licensed through CC

21. Reviewing your privacy settings
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eSafety & Facebook
Carry out a risk assessment for Facebook usage
Establish an AUP fro Facebook usage
Establish a clear take down policy
Data Protection & Facebook
Ensure staff know about fair and lawful use of personal data
Make learners aware of DP using Facebook
Ensure learners know how to protect their privacy
Offer learner’s alternatives to using Facebook
Copyright & Facebook
Establish a clear policy on copyright ownership at the outset
Raise awareness with staff & learners on the risks of copyright infringement
Accessibility & Facebook
Make reasonable adjustments for learners with additional needs
Make staff aware of their accessibility obligations
Promote and aid accessibility throughout your institution