Emma Thompson: Promoting reading and information literacy skills with first year management school students. Slides from the University of Liverpool Learning and Teaching Conference 2009.
Pull your students to the target language: Facebook for language learningFabrizio Fornara
Social networking sites like Facebook can be used to enhance language learning by providing a familiar, informal environment where students are constantly exposed to the target language. When used for a language course, Facebook allows instructors to create a public page where students "like" the course rather than connecting directly with each other or the instructor. Instructors can then post new materials, language activities, and resources to students' newsfeeds to integrate interactive learning into students' daily lives. While Facebook can increase student engagement, performance and autonomy, some students may see Facebook activities as extra work or be uncomfortable mixing social media with formal education. Instructors must also get institutional approval before using Facebook in this way.
This study examined how intensive use of information and communication technology (ICT) both in and out of school affected the development of 18 Finnish students' ICT expertise over three years. Researchers found that students' ICT skills increased over time and differentiated, with some students emerging as technically-oriented or socially-oriented "experts". These experts helped less skilled peers, supporting their own motivation. The intensive ICT environment fostered both individual learning and social community, supporting adaptive expertise development.
Professional Development Project- study groupFanny Dickinson
This document outlines the agenda and materials for a professional development study group about digital literacy. The study group will include a prezi presentation on digital literacy, readings from articles on embracing digital texts, philosophical chairs to debate replacing traditional texts, group readings with discussion, and a feedback survey. Teachers will learn about the importance of technology and digital literacy for 21st century skills and see classroom website examples.
This document provides an overview of the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) presented by a media specialist. It discusses how the DPLA can help teachers and students access primary sources online to develop critical thinking skills. The DPLA is a free online library that hosts digitized books, photos, maps and other materials from over 1,100 contributors. It aims to provide convenient access to primary sources through one platform. The presentation reviews standards for technology and learning, benefits of using primary sources, and how to access the DPLA website at dp.la.
How do we increase universities support of Professors OER and social network ...BCcampus
This document discusses increasing the use of open educational resources (OER) and social networks in teaching practices. It notes that approximately 70% of UK faculty and 50% of North American faculty use social media, though Canadian statistics are unavailable. The importance of OER use is that faculty can reuse material across courses and adapt it to meet student needs. Social networks are useful tools that align with good pedagogy like collaborative and active learning. However, there is a lack of OER awareness and social network use among instructors as well as lack of university support for these practices. Recommendations are made for overcoming obstacles through faculty training and implementation support from institutions.
This document summarizes the JISC e-Learning and Pedagogy Programme, which aims to promote effective learner-focused e-learning. Phase 1 involved two large studies that investigated learners' experiences and expectations of e-learning. Learners reported high expectations for technology and preferring personal technologies and internet sources over institutional ones. Phase 2 involves seven focused studies examining specific learner groups and how learner experiences change over time, with the goal of providing guidelines for practitioners and institutions.
Pull your students to the target language: Facebook for language learningFabrizio Fornara
Social networking sites like Facebook can be used to enhance language learning by providing a familiar, informal environment where students are constantly exposed to the target language. When used for a language course, Facebook allows instructors to create a public page where students "like" the course rather than connecting directly with each other or the instructor. Instructors can then post new materials, language activities, and resources to students' newsfeeds to integrate interactive learning into students' daily lives. While Facebook can increase student engagement, performance and autonomy, some students may see Facebook activities as extra work or be uncomfortable mixing social media with formal education. Instructors must also get institutional approval before using Facebook in this way.
This study examined how intensive use of information and communication technology (ICT) both in and out of school affected the development of 18 Finnish students' ICT expertise over three years. Researchers found that students' ICT skills increased over time and differentiated, with some students emerging as technically-oriented or socially-oriented "experts". These experts helped less skilled peers, supporting their own motivation. The intensive ICT environment fostered both individual learning and social community, supporting adaptive expertise development.
Professional Development Project- study groupFanny Dickinson
This document outlines the agenda and materials for a professional development study group about digital literacy. The study group will include a prezi presentation on digital literacy, readings from articles on embracing digital texts, philosophical chairs to debate replacing traditional texts, group readings with discussion, and a feedback survey. Teachers will learn about the importance of technology and digital literacy for 21st century skills and see classroom website examples.
This document provides an overview of the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) presented by a media specialist. It discusses how the DPLA can help teachers and students access primary sources online to develop critical thinking skills. The DPLA is a free online library that hosts digitized books, photos, maps and other materials from over 1,100 contributors. It aims to provide convenient access to primary sources through one platform. The presentation reviews standards for technology and learning, benefits of using primary sources, and how to access the DPLA website at dp.la.
How do we increase universities support of Professors OER and social network ...BCcampus
This document discusses increasing the use of open educational resources (OER) and social networks in teaching practices. It notes that approximately 70% of UK faculty and 50% of North American faculty use social media, though Canadian statistics are unavailable. The importance of OER use is that faculty can reuse material across courses and adapt it to meet student needs. Social networks are useful tools that align with good pedagogy like collaborative and active learning. However, there is a lack of OER awareness and social network use among instructors as well as lack of university support for these practices. Recommendations are made for overcoming obstacles through faculty training and implementation support from institutions.
This document summarizes the JISC e-Learning and Pedagogy Programme, which aims to promote effective learner-focused e-learning. Phase 1 involved two large studies that investigated learners' experiences and expectations of e-learning. Learners reported high expectations for technology and preferring personal technologies and internet sources over institutional ones. Phase 2 involves seven focused studies examining specific learner groups and how learner experiences change over time, with the goal of providing guidelines for practitioners and institutions.
This document discusses a study on mobile learning and student engagement. The study aims to identify factors that contribute to student engagement in mobile learning and using a second language on mobile devices. It also aims to improve the use of mobile technology for second language learning. The researcher will use questionnaires and interviews to collect data on student behaviors and factors influencing their engagement. Statistical analysis will then be used to analyze the data and identify key factors. The goal is to understand how mobile devices can be better utilized to improve student engagement, especially when learning a second language.
This document provides guidance and options for the stage-mémoire tutorat mixte project. Students can choose from several project options, including conducting an action research study by replicating a journal article, applying CLIL principles to design a teaching unit, collaborating on a politeness research study, or participating in a videoconferencing project. The document also outlines course activities for journal article analysis, classroom activity analysis, learner language analysis, and participation in professional networks.
This session was for faculty of the College of Education to discuss how to "Add Depth to Discussion" in an online environment, ie. Blackboard, wikis, blogs, Google Docs. All Links are live and active as of Sept. 15, 2011.
Please note: The formatting of the reference page didn't convert well.
How the school librarian and the teacher can work together to make sure that children have the 21st century information literacy skills they need to succeed in school and in life.
This document outlines a 5-day reading enrichment unit about Earth Day and spring for elementary students. The unit goals are for students to identify objects for recycling and describe signs of spring. Over five days, students will listen to stories, learn about recycling and planting through online videos and games, and choose a project to create or perform demonstrating their new knowledge, such as making a story on Storybird or acting out a recycling skit. The media specialist will support students during their project work and record student presentations to share on morning announcements.
Brouillier_Sarah_Research Final Thesis Presentation_EDL691Sarah Brouillier
Using a combination of survey research, descriptive research, and a quasi-experimental design, I addressed the problem of implementing Common Core State ELA Anchor Standard 10 involving the use of text complexity in the classroom and addressed possible solutions to make this standard more accessible to teachers and students in grades K-8.
The document discusses a study on the use of blogs as learning tools. The researchers analyzed blog posts in higher education, professional development for educators, and instructional designers to code for evidence of learning. They found blogs across all categories contained significant learning-related content like information, analysis, and reflection. While more research is needed, blogs show potential as a tool to promote and extend learning.
How younger students use social media for non-leisure purposestbirdcymru
The document discusses how younger students and university students use social media for non-leisure purposes like learning and networking. It provides examples of how schools and universities in the UK and US are using platforms like Facebook, Twitter, iTunes U, and YouTube to supplement curriculum, share resources, and connect with communities. While social media is often used informally for learning, the document concludes that younger students would appreciate more official educational uses and guidance from schools on leveraging social media.
The document discusses several studies related to learners' experiences with e-learning and the use of digital technologies. Key findings include:
1. Learners value flexible access to course resources and make regular use of electronic materials. Their experiences are shaped by individual differences, learning contexts, and the development of digital skills over time.
2. Patterns of technology use, such as preferences for certain online media, vary based on factors like age, academic subject, and perceptions of learning communities.
3. Understanding learners' experiences provides insight into how they creatively use technologies in personalized ways to support their studies. It can help develop strategies and skills for effective learning in the digital age.
This document discusses using the internet and online tools in high school English classes to analyze literature. It describes how online literature circles allow students to engage with others interested in similar works at their own pace. The benefits include motivating students to expand their knowledge and preparing them for college through lessons in effective communication. Teachers must provide guidance while allowing student-led learning and teach proper online etiquette and documentation.
This document discusses using the internet and online tools in high school English classes to analyze literature. It describes how online literature circles allow students to engage with others interested in similar works at their own pace. The benefits include motivating students to expand their knowledge and preparing them for college through lessons in effective communication. Teachers must provide guidance while allowing student-led learning and teach proper online etiquette and documentation.
This document discusses various aspects of online course delivery including types of online delivery methods, factors to consider when deciding to use online delivery for a course, issues for instructors and students to consider, and resources on the topic. It outlines types of online delivery such as hybrid and completely online, interaction types like individual study and online group activities. It also lists criteria for determining if a class is suitable for online delivery, instructor issues such as transferring teaching skills and evaluating students online, benefits and challenges for instructors, and student benefits and issues to consider with online learning.
Students reported using technology for both formal course-related learning as well as informal social learning. For formal learning, they used tools provided by their courses like the VLE and Google Scholar for assignments. For informal learning, mobile phones, instant messaging, and social media platforms like Facebook were used to socialize, organize meetings, discuss coursework and exams with peers. While students were open to using these tools for their courses, staff had varying views depending on their discipline. In engineering, the VLE was key and staff were interested in new social tools, while in social work face-to-face interaction remained important. Overall technology use depended more on pedagogical approach than students' digital native status.
Research skills and writing in a learning communityMarcia Rapchak
Both research and writing skills are essential for success in college and beyond, but first-semester freshmen do not always recognize the importance of these skills. By integrating a research skills course and a writing course within a learning community, students were able to apply these skills in their projects that integrated the learning community themes. The instructors worked together to scaffold assignments and assess similar learning outcomes. Ultimately, students in the learning community were more engaged in the process of research and had greater capacity to research for their writing assignments than if the two courses were separated. This presentation will share strategies and ideas for pairing information literacy and composition within a learning community.
The document outlines a 4-week American History project for 9th grade students that involves using technology to research important events like Paul Revere's ride. Students will use computers, the internet, online encyclopedias, and memory sticks to become familiar with basic research methods. The project accommodates different learning levels, with resource students focusing on accessing information and gifted students developing additional topics for research.
This document summarizes research comparing interaction patterns across different virtual learning environments (VLEs). It analyzed one course from each of four VLEs (Coursera, edX, Moodle, EduFeedr) using the Communities of Inquiry framework. The results found significant differences in interaction types between the courses. For example, the MOOCs had more social interactions while the Moodle course focused on exploration and integration. These differences were partly due to instructional design differences between the courses. However, other factors like number of learners and VLE affordances also influenced interaction patterns. The study was limited by a small sample size and low interrater reliability during coding. Further research with more representative samples is needed
This document discusses research on using social media for learning at Strathmore University. The research objectives were to determine what devices students use, whether they use social media for learning, what kinds of learning materials they share, and how much time they spend on social media. The findings showed that students widely use social media and own smartphones. They share assignments, group work, exam information and other educational content on social media. Students reported spending significant time on social media, more so than the university's e-learning system. The document recommends that universities design their e-learning systems or learning content to better integrate social media-based learning.
The document summarizes two studies that compared online and face-to-face learning in higher education.
Study one compared master's students taking an education course online versus face-to-face. It found that face-to-face students scored significantly higher on the final exam.
Study two experimentally compared undergraduate students taking a statistics course traditionally or virtually online. It found that virtual students scored an average of 20% higher on midterm and final exams. Virtual students also reported greater peer contact, time spent on classwork, flexibility, understanding, and affect toward the subject.
1. The document discusses using social bookmarking software to create an online book club for students on a master's program. By sharing reading notes on the software, students could compare notes and engage in discussions about the readings in a social, visible way.
2. Students were required to use Diigo social bookmarking software to share reading notes that would feed into their end-of-module literature reviews. Their interactions created a "social annotated bibliography" that was assessed.
3. The research suggests social bookmarking helped make students' reading practices more visible and explicit. It also supported their meaning-making about academic texts in a semi-formal environment.
This presentation was part of the OCLS conference- Cleveland Ohio April 29, 2010. It describes studies done to evaluate the effectiveness of learning objects for diverse populations.
This document discusses a study on mobile learning and student engagement. The study aims to identify factors that contribute to student engagement in mobile learning and using a second language on mobile devices. It also aims to improve the use of mobile technology for second language learning. The researcher will use questionnaires and interviews to collect data on student behaviors and factors influencing their engagement. Statistical analysis will then be used to analyze the data and identify key factors. The goal is to understand how mobile devices can be better utilized to improve student engagement, especially when learning a second language.
This document provides guidance and options for the stage-mémoire tutorat mixte project. Students can choose from several project options, including conducting an action research study by replicating a journal article, applying CLIL principles to design a teaching unit, collaborating on a politeness research study, or participating in a videoconferencing project. The document also outlines course activities for journal article analysis, classroom activity analysis, learner language analysis, and participation in professional networks.
This session was for faculty of the College of Education to discuss how to "Add Depth to Discussion" in an online environment, ie. Blackboard, wikis, blogs, Google Docs. All Links are live and active as of Sept. 15, 2011.
Please note: The formatting of the reference page didn't convert well.
How the school librarian and the teacher can work together to make sure that children have the 21st century information literacy skills they need to succeed in school and in life.
This document outlines a 5-day reading enrichment unit about Earth Day and spring for elementary students. The unit goals are for students to identify objects for recycling and describe signs of spring. Over five days, students will listen to stories, learn about recycling and planting through online videos and games, and choose a project to create or perform demonstrating their new knowledge, such as making a story on Storybird or acting out a recycling skit. The media specialist will support students during their project work and record student presentations to share on morning announcements.
Brouillier_Sarah_Research Final Thesis Presentation_EDL691Sarah Brouillier
Using a combination of survey research, descriptive research, and a quasi-experimental design, I addressed the problem of implementing Common Core State ELA Anchor Standard 10 involving the use of text complexity in the classroom and addressed possible solutions to make this standard more accessible to teachers and students in grades K-8.
The document discusses a study on the use of blogs as learning tools. The researchers analyzed blog posts in higher education, professional development for educators, and instructional designers to code for evidence of learning. They found blogs across all categories contained significant learning-related content like information, analysis, and reflection. While more research is needed, blogs show potential as a tool to promote and extend learning.
How younger students use social media for non-leisure purposestbirdcymru
The document discusses how younger students and university students use social media for non-leisure purposes like learning and networking. It provides examples of how schools and universities in the UK and US are using platforms like Facebook, Twitter, iTunes U, and YouTube to supplement curriculum, share resources, and connect with communities. While social media is often used informally for learning, the document concludes that younger students would appreciate more official educational uses and guidance from schools on leveraging social media.
The document discusses several studies related to learners' experiences with e-learning and the use of digital technologies. Key findings include:
1. Learners value flexible access to course resources and make regular use of electronic materials. Their experiences are shaped by individual differences, learning contexts, and the development of digital skills over time.
2. Patterns of technology use, such as preferences for certain online media, vary based on factors like age, academic subject, and perceptions of learning communities.
3. Understanding learners' experiences provides insight into how they creatively use technologies in personalized ways to support their studies. It can help develop strategies and skills for effective learning in the digital age.
This document discusses using the internet and online tools in high school English classes to analyze literature. It describes how online literature circles allow students to engage with others interested in similar works at their own pace. The benefits include motivating students to expand their knowledge and preparing them for college through lessons in effective communication. Teachers must provide guidance while allowing student-led learning and teach proper online etiquette and documentation.
This document discusses using the internet and online tools in high school English classes to analyze literature. It describes how online literature circles allow students to engage with others interested in similar works at their own pace. The benefits include motivating students to expand their knowledge and preparing them for college through lessons in effective communication. Teachers must provide guidance while allowing student-led learning and teach proper online etiquette and documentation.
This document discusses various aspects of online course delivery including types of online delivery methods, factors to consider when deciding to use online delivery for a course, issues for instructors and students to consider, and resources on the topic. It outlines types of online delivery such as hybrid and completely online, interaction types like individual study and online group activities. It also lists criteria for determining if a class is suitable for online delivery, instructor issues such as transferring teaching skills and evaluating students online, benefits and challenges for instructors, and student benefits and issues to consider with online learning.
Students reported using technology for both formal course-related learning as well as informal social learning. For formal learning, they used tools provided by their courses like the VLE and Google Scholar for assignments. For informal learning, mobile phones, instant messaging, and social media platforms like Facebook were used to socialize, organize meetings, discuss coursework and exams with peers. While students were open to using these tools for their courses, staff had varying views depending on their discipline. In engineering, the VLE was key and staff were interested in new social tools, while in social work face-to-face interaction remained important. Overall technology use depended more on pedagogical approach than students' digital native status.
Research skills and writing in a learning communityMarcia Rapchak
Both research and writing skills are essential for success in college and beyond, but first-semester freshmen do not always recognize the importance of these skills. By integrating a research skills course and a writing course within a learning community, students were able to apply these skills in their projects that integrated the learning community themes. The instructors worked together to scaffold assignments and assess similar learning outcomes. Ultimately, students in the learning community were more engaged in the process of research and had greater capacity to research for their writing assignments than if the two courses were separated. This presentation will share strategies and ideas for pairing information literacy and composition within a learning community.
The document outlines a 4-week American History project for 9th grade students that involves using technology to research important events like Paul Revere's ride. Students will use computers, the internet, online encyclopedias, and memory sticks to become familiar with basic research methods. The project accommodates different learning levels, with resource students focusing on accessing information and gifted students developing additional topics for research.
This document summarizes research comparing interaction patterns across different virtual learning environments (VLEs). It analyzed one course from each of four VLEs (Coursera, edX, Moodle, EduFeedr) using the Communities of Inquiry framework. The results found significant differences in interaction types between the courses. For example, the MOOCs had more social interactions while the Moodle course focused on exploration and integration. These differences were partly due to instructional design differences between the courses. However, other factors like number of learners and VLE affordances also influenced interaction patterns. The study was limited by a small sample size and low interrater reliability during coding. Further research with more representative samples is needed
This document discusses research on using social media for learning at Strathmore University. The research objectives were to determine what devices students use, whether they use social media for learning, what kinds of learning materials they share, and how much time they spend on social media. The findings showed that students widely use social media and own smartphones. They share assignments, group work, exam information and other educational content on social media. Students reported spending significant time on social media, more so than the university's e-learning system. The document recommends that universities design their e-learning systems or learning content to better integrate social media-based learning.
The document summarizes two studies that compared online and face-to-face learning in higher education.
Study one compared master's students taking an education course online versus face-to-face. It found that face-to-face students scored significantly higher on the final exam.
Study two experimentally compared undergraduate students taking a statistics course traditionally or virtually online. It found that virtual students scored an average of 20% higher on midterm and final exams. Virtual students also reported greater peer contact, time spent on classwork, flexibility, understanding, and affect toward the subject.
1. The document discusses using social bookmarking software to create an online book club for students on a master's program. By sharing reading notes on the software, students could compare notes and engage in discussions about the readings in a social, visible way.
2. Students were required to use Diigo social bookmarking software to share reading notes that would feed into their end-of-module literature reviews. Their interactions created a "social annotated bibliography" that was assessed.
3. The research suggests social bookmarking helped make students' reading practices more visible and explicit. It also supported their meaning-making about academic texts in a semi-formal environment.
This presentation was part of the OCLS conference- Cleveland Ohio April 29, 2010. It describes studies done to evaluate the effectiveness of learning objects for diverse populations.
This document provides an overview of Moodle, an open-source learning management system, and discusses its uses and implementation for language learning. It covers the basics of Moodle, including its modular structure and flexibility. Pedagogical considerations for using Moodle are addressed, such as student skills, course content, and participation. Approaches to learning like constructivism and connectivism are also discussed. Stages of Moodle integration from basic to more advanced uses are presented. Finally, resources for further learning about Moodle are provided.
Syllabaus, ljubljana practicum, digital tools and scholarship, jankowski, dra...Nick Jankowski
This document provides the syllabus for the second part of the course "Internet Practice" taught by Nicholas Jankowski at the University of Ljubljana from April to June 2012. The course introduces students to a wide range of digital tools that can facilitate academic work, including reference management, annotation, online collaboration, social media, and tools for presenting and publishing. It will meet twice weekly, with one session focused on tool demonstrations and the other in a computer lab doing hands-on assignments. Students will complete blog assignments, homework, quizzes, and a final presentation. The course aims to help students develop basic digital research skills for their academic career.
The document discusses using social media tools to engage students more effectively in learning. It provides examples of how the instructor incorporated social media like wikis, blogs, and photo sharing in two Spanish language courses. Surveys of students' digital skills showed variation within generations. Strategies included adapting assignments, providing technology choice, and discussing privacy/copyright. Benefits were more student control, personalized learning, and reflecting on digital literacy issues. Limitations included tool malfunctions and not all students addressing discussed topics.
The document discusses technoheutagogy, which is using web 2.0 tools and learning management systems to facilitate learner-directed adult learning. It emphasizes empowering adult learners by giving them personal responsibility and relevance in their education. Learners can choose what, when, where, how much, and how to learn, determining their own grade. Web 2.0 tools and features of LMSs like threaded discussions and collaborative projects can engage learners and assess learning in a way that is learner-directed. Assessment focuses on achieving personally relevant knowledge through knowledge audits involving discussion, reflection, and content mastery evaluation.
This document discusses integrating social web tools into foreign language teaching. It defines the social web and outlines its development. Benefits include facilitating collaboration, interaction and equal participation. Challenges include information overload and academic resistance. The document recommends a gradual approach to integration, providing examples and clear guidelines. Specific tools are cited, such as blogs, wikis, tagging and networks. Best practices emphasize products, information, collaboration and communication.
Doing Digital Scholarship: Discovering and using digital tools in academic work. Course syllabus, Internet Practice Part 2, April-June 2012, Univ. of Ljubljana, Faculty of Social Sciences. Instructor: Nick Jankowski
This document discusses the evolution of the web from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 and how this has impacted learners, educators, and society. It introduces several models for conceptualizing digital literacies, including a seven element model and pyramid model. The document then discusses how digital tools like WhatsApp and YouTube can be used to facilitate communication between students and teachers to shift from a teacher-centered model to a more student-centered learning approach. Finally, it provides an example of how an e-portfolio could be introduced in an undergraduate course to provide formative feedback and peer support throughout the writing process.
The document discusses challenges in distance learning and proposes a new collaborative open online learning (COOL) model using Web 2.0 technologies. It outlines issues with the current learning management system (LMS) model and publisher-driven content. The COOL model advocates for open access courses, learner-generated content, and leveraging social software to allow for collaboration, interaction and networking between faculty and students. Course development becomes an iterative process based on participant input and content is changed through ongoing edits by the learning community.
This document discusses integrating information literacy and critical thinking skills into an undergraduate e-business module over three years. In the first year, seminars and workshops were held on these topics and students created annotated bibliographies using the H2O Playlist tool. Student feedback showed this improved their research abilities. In subsequent years, additional tools like RefWorks and mind mapping were introduced. By the third year, students recognized these skills as the most important gained from the program and felt confident researching any topic. The document concludes information literacy integration was most effective through faculty partnerships and contexts like assignments but recognizes challenges in scaling this up for larger classes.
Syllabaus, Suny It Course, New Media, Draft 3, 23 August20091Nick Jankowski
This document provides an overview of the course "New Media Theory & Digital Culture". The course examines concepts related to new media studies, including community and identity in virtual worlds, and transformations in news production and consumption. Students will read and comment on draft chapters from the instructor's textbook. They will also explore digital tools for communication, learning and scholarship, such as social media, blogs, and collaborative software. Students will maintain a blog and complete a literature-based term paper on a new media topic. Weekly readings, discussions and assignments will take place both asynchronously and synchronously online.
Blogs for Pre-Reading in Higher Education: A PrototypeKristian_Leisegang
Kristian Leisegang is a clinical science coordinator at the School of Natural Medicine, University of the Western Cape. He teaches modules in general and systemic pathology, general medicine, clinical diagnosis, and differential diagnosis to third and fourth year students. He is completing a PhD in medical bioscience and also performs administrative duties like setting exams and marking assignments. He is focused on improving his teaching skills and finding new ways to engage students and help them assimilate complex concepts, such as those in general pathology, which underpins the study of disease.
The document summarizes a study on using the social bookmarking tool Diigo in an online Master's course. 15 students bookmarked and commented on readings for their final essays. Student feedback was cautiously positive - they found it useful to read other perspectives but comments tended to be superficial. Student marks improved compared to the previous year. The researchers conclude it was a reasonably positive experiment worth repeating with some refinements to encourage deeper critical engagement.
This document summarizes a blended course in mechanical engineering that combines both online and face-to-face learning. The course aims to make the content interesting and applicable by introducing problem-based learning approaches and promoting collaborative learning. Students participate in both individual and group projects online and in class, and have access to online resources and materials. The blended approach allows for greater interaction between students and more flexibility, while still achieving the learning objectives.
This document discusses using RSS feeds and social networking tools to address challenges in second language learning. It provides examples of how RSS-based projects can help students improve language skills like writing, manage content from various sources, and work at different levels while addressing affective needs through collaboration. RSS allows students to access authentic materials, track progress, and form an online learning community that exposes them to real language use.
The course seeks to enhance International Development major students’ understanding of the past, present and future of the United Nations. It also provides background information and analysis of major multilateral institutions working with the UN in the area of international development. The first part of the course is devoted to understanding the big picture of what the UN has done in the past, the current activities of the UN and the direction it is going. The main aim of this first part is to establish a firm foundation of how the UN works and to become familiar with its complex bureaucracy. The main focus of the second part of the course is to understand the nature of the problems confronted by the UN and international community in their efforts to maintain international peace and security, cooperate in solving international problems such as eradicate poverty, promote respect for human rights and sustainable development. The main purpose is to assess the UN efforts in addressing these substantive problems. Not only should the students be experts on the UN activity, by the end of the course they should develop a firm grasp on the major problems that characterize international politics and global governance.
C-~SAP e-learning forum: Developing student-centred international communicationCSAPOER
The document discusses two e-learning projects that aim to develop international student collaboration: the International E-communication Exchange and the Gender Agenda. The projects allow students from different universities and countries to engage in asynchronous online discussions to enhance their critical thinking, communication, and employability skills. Evaluation found that students were excited about interacting with peers from other cultures and institutions. The projects helped students strengthen autonomous learning and reflection abilities.
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Many students today are visual learners and prefer visual content over printed text. Animations can effectively engage these visual learners by explaining difficult concepts through visual means rather than traditional heavy textual presentations. Animations serve as multimedia tools that facilitate and enhance the student learning experience for visually-oriented students.
This document describes the development of e-modules for teaching clinical pediatrics examinations to medical students. Video recordings were made of child examinations and development milestones over multiple sessions with consenting parents and children. The recordings were edited into individual clips and compiled longitudinally to demonstrate progression. The aim was to create an innovative online format for students to learn how to examine children and understand development, as this is difficult to teach from textbooks alone. Formal evaluation of the e-modules by students is pending, but initial feedback suggests students appreciate this interactive teaching approach. The project required significant time and organization from a dedicated team.
The document provides an overview of a presentation given at a teaching and learning conference. It discusses attrition rates among health science programs, reasons why students leave, results from a national student survey, theories of powerful learning environments, a literature review on factors influencing learning, and a proposed pilot study to understand what causes radiotherapy students to consider leaving their program. The pilot study would involve interviewing past students using a timeline tool to map their experiences and identify challenges throughout their three years of study.
This document discusses educational disadvantage and strategies for targeting disadvantaged students. It provides an overview of educational disadvantage in the UK and its impacts. It then discusses how universities currently use contextual data like free school meals eligibility, neighborhood indices of deprivation, and parental education to identify and support disadvantaged students. Challenges discussed include effectively targeting students, determining which indicators to use, managing data collection and sharing between institutions, and assessing the impact of efforts over time.
This document summarizes a program where university students from the School of the Arts provide one-on-one reading sessions to students at a local high school. The goals are to promote reading for pleasure and build students' confidence. Feedback found the sessions improved literacy and students felt more engaged in stories. Both schools and parents found benefits, and the program helped some university students pursue related careers.
This session will introduce the concept of an Ambient Simulation-based Learning EXperience (ASLEX), a variant of the Alternate Reality Game (ARG) developed in part using virtual world technology and delivered on mobile phones and tablets.
This document summarizes a project aimed at improving interactions between home and international students at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU). The project will analyze current strategies and activities to enhance integration and teaching/learning. Data was collected through staff/student interviews and focus groups. Preliminary findings show activities like group work and field trips help integration when properly implemented. International students find challenges with English, independent learning, and writing but have strengths in maths and motivation. The project will propose a framework to guide future internationalization efforts.
The project piloted the use of an iPad for clinical staff assessing veterinary students. The students have clinical rotations in set subjects, each lasting one week. The iPad was introduced to allow/encourage members of staff to give a midweek feedback.
The Centre for Lifelong Learning’s programme of Continuing Education short courses, lectures and workshops are effective in attracting students from a range of backgrounds and including them within the University. Many of these individuals have a record of educational achievement; others have not.
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2. It found that students were worried to varying degrees about different situations, such as breaking bad news, discussing end-of-life options, and dealing with angry or manipulative patients.
3. There were some differences in the types of situations that most concerned male versus female students, with women expressing a higher overall level of concern than men. The document calls for addressing students' concerns earlier in medical training.
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Chapter-1
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Chapter 2
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Chapter 3
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