The document discusses using course management systems (CMS) to design authentic learning activities. It defines three types of learning tasks - exploratory, dialogic, and supportive - that can be implemented through the tools in a CMS. Exploratory tasks involve discovery, hypothesis generation, and role playing. Dialogic tasks emphasize social interaction and collaboration through tools for reflection, articulation, and negotiating multiple perspectives. Supportive tasks are enacted by experts to model processes and provide scaffolding as learners gain skills. The document advocates designing learner-centered activities that engage students in meaningful learning through the various tools available in a CMS.

2. Chapter 11. Pushing the Envelope: Designing Authentic Learning Activities Using Course Management Systems CMS AUTHENTIC Learning Activities

3. Distributed forms of interactions (distributed across space, time, and various media using tools that promote higher-order thinking, enhance social learning, and sustain motivation) a. instantaneous access to global resources b. coupling experts from around the world with novices c. publishing to a world audience d. virtual field trips e. communicate with a diverse audience f. share and compare information, negotiate meaning, and co-construct knowledge

4. Research- indicates that a distributed or blended learning model has the most impact on students achievement http://superherosquad.marvel.com/create_your_own_comic Posted by digidoug

7. Pedagogical Features of Course Management Systems

9. Group tools: 1. support both asynchronous and synchronous communication 2. support both formal and informal types of group activities

13. Learning Tools Enable learners to interact meaningfully with course content 1. process content 2. organize learning experiences 3. manipulate content online 4. create personalized experiences during the learning process 5. annotate text while exploring course content 6. take notes online 7. link information 8. build a personal folder of relevant material

17. AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT credit: www.ioxassessment.com/index.php?cPath =37 http://a100educationalpolicy.pbworks.com/w/page/4076732/Policy-Research:-Authentic-Assessment

28. Reference: Course Management Systems for Learning: Beyond Accidental Pedagogy McGee, P.; Carmean, C., & Jafari,A. 2005 Outline created using open-source tool: http:// www.quicklyst.com

29. Free Technology for Teachers written by Richard Byrne

30. Four Ways to Give Short Presentations http:// www.freetech4teachers.com/2011/02/four-ways-to-give-short-presentations.html