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Important e learning skills
The document discusses the concept and impact of e-learning, highlighting its evolution through various formats such as web courses and web-enhanced courses. It emphasizes the importance of learner-centered approaches, critical thinking skills, and effective study habits for successful online education. Additionally, it notes the necessity of managing time and using specific strategies to enhance online learning effectiveness.
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- 1. Image source adaptedwith credit from http://www.onlineturkishlessons.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/turkish-audio-books-reading-learn-study-turkey-skype-lessons-online1.jpg Important eLearning Skills
- 2. Image source adaptedwith credit from http://www.straighterline.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/image-archive/HAPPY_STUDENT.jpg eLearning or e-learning uses electronic educational technology in learning and teaching.
- 3. Sherman and Craig(2003)defined virtual world and virtual environment through the medium of cyberspace. It is an imaginary space that manifests as a location in the minds of the participants. Image source adapted with credit from http://gawpstorage.s3.amazonaws.com/teaching-with-video/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Online-Learning1.jpg
- 4. Traditionalformatofclassroomlearningisstillrelevantwithphysicalpresenceofteachersandstudentstogether.Growingimpactofinternetineducationinfluencesthewaystudentslearn. Image sourceadapted with credit from http://www.edinboro.edu/dotAsset/f49f3f87-b344-46a0-b211-d4c4b65aadba.jpg
- 5. Classroom activities arestill applicable in the format of online collaborative learning activities. Image source adapted with credit from http://alloy.demo.episerver.com/PageFiles/48/AlloyMeetBanner.png
- 6. Image source adaptedwith credit from http://careerservices.princeton.edu/sites/career/files/Online-Job-Listings.jpg eLearning, according to Boettcher and Conrad in 1999 (as cited in Pratt and Pallof, 2001), has three types of virtual content delivery through World Wide Web: 1.web courses –material is placed on a website 2.web-enhanced courses –use both face-to-face meetings and web delivery 3.web-centric courses-interactive courses conducted exclusively using a course site that is housed on the web
- 7. eLearning is learner-centeredfor learning that happens any time at locations chosen by the learner. Computer technology assists learners to study more hours during class, and thereafter, interaction with learning materials are accessed anywhere outside the classroom. Image source adapted with credit from http://www.calsouthern.edu/content/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/online-learner-on-laptop.jpg
- 8. eLearning for allstudents via online facilities can be effectively carried out if the encouragement and the correct strategies are rightly implemented Image source adapted with credit from http://www.evolllution.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/adult-learner.jpg
- 9. Image source adaptedwith credit from https://jaroeducation.files.wordpress.com/2011/06/1.jpg Students know of certain strategies to practise for classroom learning success. Similar to raising hands, answering questions, and dialogue with the instructor after class
- 10. CommonskillsinusingtheinternettocompletelearningactivitiesarefoundbyAbdullahMohdNoor(2006)ascontaininglistening,reading,speaking, writing,communicationandcognition. Imagesource adapted with credit from http://centralfloridaparentcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/socialnetworks3.jpg eLearning strategies are specific skills like analysis, synthesis, creative thinking and problem solving are useful.
- 11. Success in eLearningcombines traditional and online learning skills listed by Watkins and Corry in 2004 (as cited in Watkins,2005) as below Online success skills Access Communicate Browse Search Download Compare synthesize Image source adapted with credit from http://webexplorations.com/life-online/graphic/womanLaptopHandsUp.jpg Learner success skills Study habits Time management Take notes Effective reading Critical thinking Test taking
- 12. Study habits ensuresadequate time is devoted to studying course materials. Allocating an hour daily as a minimum to concentrate on the first unit or lesson to be continued over the course of the program is wise. Be sure to review important details like places to post discussion forums, clarify assignments, and location of discussion board for connecting with other learners as well as instructors. Answering those questions in advance will guide a better start to achieve good results for the online program. Image source adapted with credit from http://blog.doostang.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/Transferable-Skills.jpg
- 13. Complementing critical thinkingskills from specific learning activities would be the following arrangement of study hours around life commitments. Often, learning activities are best completed during the most alert time of an individual learner. Some are morning people while others may be more productive mentally in the afternoon or at night. Be sure to recognize personal natural body clock. Image source adapted with credit from http://0.tqn.com/y/careerplanning/1/W/2/G/183499437.jpg
- 14. Set aside timeto complete learning activities and coursework. Although eLearning courses are mostly self-paced without rigid session schedules, before enrolment, decide on ability to allocate study time, write assignments, and participate in online activities. http://careergirlnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Busy-Woman_Clock.jpg
- 15. Understand and usecommon learning strategies in terms of taking notes, effective reading, and test taking. Studies acknowledge that the open and wide nature of the internet hosts endless volume of information. eLearning over networks supports individual progress even when retrieving relevant data may usually pose a challenge. Thus, various online success skills should be used, such as access, browse, compare, and synthesize. http://www.evolllution.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/businesswoman-working-at-home-pablocalvog.jpg
- 16. eLearning with flexibilityof interactive multimedia learning materials are delivered through the networks with transfer of files in the learning process. Be sure to keep copies and back up files as well. Image source adapted with credit from http://cdn.sheknows.com/articles/2012/07/frustrated-woman-at-work.jpg
- 17. Abdullah Mohd.Noor (2006).Integration of Common Skills and Thinking Abilities in Shaping the Future in Science and Mathematics Education. Presented in 11thInternational Conference on Science, and Technical Education, Universiti BruneiDarussalam (May 22 to 25, 2006) Watkins, R. (2005). Preparing E-Learners for Online Success. Retrieved November 15, 2006 from http://www.learning circuits.org/2005/sep2005/watkins.htm Pallof, R.M. & Pratt, K.(2001). Lesson from the Cyberspace Classroom. The Realities of Online Teaching. San Francisco, CA:Jossey-Bass, A Wiley Co References Sherman, W.R. & Craig, A.B. (2003). Understanding Virtual Reality – Interface, Application and Design. San Francisco, CA:Morgan Kaufmann Publisher.
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Editor's Notes
- #5 Success tip #1: Before you enroll, make sure you will have the time to pursue the coursework. Even though most college courses online don’t have rigid class schedules, you will still need the time to study, write assignments and take part in online class activities. It’s wisest to take classes when you are sure you will have enough time – like over the summer months. Success tip #2: Devote an hour to studying the course materials and design before you dive into your first unit or lesson. Where will you get and post your assignments? How can you contact the instructor? Is there a discussion board where you and other students can connect? If you answer those questions ahead of time, you will get off to a stronger start and do better in your online course. Success tip #3: Establish contact with your course instructor as soon as the course begins. Open the lines of communication by sending a short message to introduce yourself. Then when you really need to contact your instructor with a question about an assignment, your relationship will already be in place. Success tip #4: Work according to a daily study schedule. One rule of thumb is that you should plan to spend two hours every week studying for every credit you are earning in an online course. Try to schedule those hours in and around your other life commitments. Also remember that you are most mentally alert at certain times of the day – such as in the early morning or in the two hours after your evening meal. Success tip #5: Back up all your work in several places. Even if you will be submitting assignments online, be sure to have backup copies stored safely on both your computer and an online backup service or external drive. Success tip #6: Pay special attention to the times when you will complete course assignments or take online exams. Try to tackle them at times when you are rested and free from family or work pressures. Success tip #7: Consider forming a study group. Classroom students do it, and you can too. Such study groups can be virtually organized on a class discussion board, or they can actually meet in person. So consider asking your instructor if there are other students in your area who can join your academic “team.” Success tip #8: Talk about your coursework with your friends and family members. It’s a great way to minimize “the loneliness of the long-distance learner” and enliven your course. And when you tell people about your coursework, they are likely to keep asking you how it is going. That alone can keep you motivated and moving forward in your online work.