Eportfolios are increasing seen as a pedagogical tool to meet the external and internal requirements of a higher education institution. How to approach the embedding of eportfolios can be a challenge in a changing institutional environment. One option is a trial method which can falter if the institutional will for implementation is not forthcoming. Alternatively, course champions can travel the solo road but wider adoption may be a problem. The University of the Sunshine Coast recently undertook a six month Feasibility Study to determine whether the university community value using ePortfolios for student learning. This model enables a stepwise progression towards a staged sustainable eportfolio implementation by gauging interest and collecting evidence through collegiate workplace practices to gaining high level institutional support. The study resulted in a fully supported Early Adopter Phase in 2013 with two programs implementing ePortfolios and a larger staged implementation process to be undertaken next year.
Supporting QUT academics to use the ePortfolio approach to learning and devel...ePortfolios Australia
This document discusses supporting academics at QUT to use ePortfolios for learning and development. It notes that ePortfolios are most effective when embedded in curriculum design, with appropriate support mechanisms and infrastructure in place. The ePortfolio team at QUT supports academics in using the student and staff ePortfolios. For students, this includes lab sessions, consultations, and guides to help minimize workload barriers for academics. Academics require similar technology and reflective support to engage with ePortfolios for performance planning and professional development.
Slt fas fall startup 2014 combined final v2kevin_donovan
This document summarizes Harvard's Fall Startup 2014 plans across various departments. It outlines steps for incoming freshmen onboarding, course planning and registration. It also discusses communications protocols between departments and preparations by Administrative Technologies, Teaching and Learning Technologies and Support Services to ensure systems and applications are ready for the term. Key activities include testing upgrades to video lecture platforms, coordinating with faculty on classroom technologies and preparing support staff for potential issues.
Supporting educators to use ePortfolios - Andrew Hill & Marie FisherePortfolios Australia
The document discusses the experiences of Marie Fisher and Andrew Hill in supporting educators at the Australian Catholic University to use ePortfolios. Their roles allow them to advise faculty on initiatives and investigate pedagogical tools. Over three years, they helped staff adopt the ePortfolio tool Mahara and integrate it into teaching. They found the process was slow and revealed unexpected opportunities. Documenting their experiences helped others and their own development. Their model moved from a project team to a sanctioned community of practice to build knowledge sharing.
The document discusses a STaR Chart, which is a technology planning and evaluation tool required by the No Child Left Behind Act. The STaR Chart assesses a school's progress in 4 key areas related to technology: (1) Teaching and Learning, (2) Educator Preparation and Development, (3) Leadership/Administration/Support, and (4) Infrastructure. It is used to create technology plans, set goals and benchmarks, track student/teacher proficiency, and ensure progress towards NCLB's requirement of technology literacy by 8th grade.
The STaR Chart evaluates Creekview Middle School's progress towards technology goals. It assesses four areas: Teaching and Learning, Educator Preparation and Development, Leadership/Administration, and Infrastructure. Creekview scored highest in Leadership/Administration but lowest in Educator Preparation. While some areas improved slightly, more progress is needed, especially in integrating technology into higher-level thinking skills. To achieve the target technology level, the school must focus on areas like 1:1 student access, equipped classrooms, educator training, collaboration, and using budgets to meet technology strategies.
LMS Adoption in Large Complex K12 ImplementationKenneth Chapman
**USE THE NOTES TAB FOR THE TRANSCRIPT OF THE PRESENTATION**
Sharing stories from adoption success in K12 Blended scenario - using examples from the Province of Ontario's (TELO) implementation of Brightspace.
Jim and Rob from District School Board of Niagara followed with an amazing run-down of how they got 79% adoption in the classroom using the LMS as their central hub.
Eportfolios are increasing seen as a pedagogical tool to meet the external and internal requirements of a higher education institution. How to approach the embedding of eportfolios can be a challenge in a changing institutional environment. One option is a trial method which can falter if the institutional will for implementation is not forthcoming. Alternatively, course champions can travel the solo road but wider adoption may be a problem. The University of the Sunshine Coast recently undertook a six month Feasibility Study to determine whether the university community value using ePortfolios for student learning. This model enables a stepwise progression towards a staged sustainable eportfolio implementation by gauging interest and collecting evidence through collegiate workplace practices to gaining high level institutional support. The study resulted in a fully supported Early Adopter Phase in 2013 with two programs implementing ePortfolios and a larger staged implementation process to be undertaken next year.
Supporting QUT academics to use the ePortfolio approach to learning and devel...ePortfolios Australia
This document discusses supporting academics at QUT to use ePortfolios for learning and development. It notes that ePortfolios are most effective when embedded in curriculum design, with appropriate support mechanisms and infrastructure in place. The ePortfolio team at QUT supports academics in using the student and staff ePortfolios. For students, this includes lab sessions, consultations, and guides to help minimize workload barriers for academics. Academics require similar technology and reflective support to engage with ePortfolios for performance planning and professional development.
Slt fas fall startup 2014 combined final v2kevin_donovan
This document summarizes Harvard's Fall Startup 2014 plans across various departments. It outlines steps for incoming freshmen onboarding, course planning and registration. It also discusses communications protocols between departments and preparations by Administrative Technologies, Teaching and Learning Technologies and Support Services to ensure systems and applications are ready for the term. Key activities include testing upgrades to video lecture platforms, coordinating with faculty on classroom technologies and preparing support staff for potential issues.
Supporting educators to use ePortfolios - Andrew Hill & Marie FisherePortfolios Australia
The document discusses the experiences of Marie Fisher and Andrew Hill in supporting educators at the Australian Catholic University to use ePortfolios. Their roles allow them to advise faculty on initiatives and investigate pedagogical tools. Over three years, they helped staff adopt the ePortfolio tool Mahara and integrate it into teaching. They found the process was slow and revealed unexpected opportunities. Documenting their experiences helped others and their own development. Their model moved from a project team to a sanctioned community of practice to build knowledge sharing.
The document discusses a STaR Chart, which is a technology planning and evaluation tool required by the No Child Left Behind Act. The STaR Chart assesses a school's progress in 4 key areas related to technology: (1) Teaching and Learning, (2) Educator Preparation and Development, (3) Leadership/Administration/Support, and (4) Infrastructure. It is used to create technology plans, set goals and benchmarks, track student/teacher proficiency, and ensure progress towards NCLB's requirement of technology literacy by 8th grade.
The STaR Chart evaluates Creekview Middle School's progress towards technology goals. It assesses four areas: Teaching and Learning, Educator Preparation and Development, Leadership/Administration, and Infrastructure. Creekview scored highest in Leadership/Administration but lowest in Educator Preparation. While some areas improved slightly, more progress is needed, especially in integrating technology into higher-level thinking skills. To achieve the target technology level, the school must focus on areas like 1:1 student access, equipped classrooms, educator training, collaboration, and using budgets to meet technology strategies.
LMS Adoption in Large Complex K12 ImplementationKenneth Chapman
**USE THE NOTES TAB FOR THE TRANSCRIPT OF THE PRESENTATION**
Sharing stories from adoption success in K12 Blended scenario - using examples from the Province of Ontario's (TELO) implementation of Brightspace.
Jim and Rob from District School Board of Niagara followed with an amazing run-down of how they got 79% adoption in the classroom using the LMS as their central hub.
This document outlines several factors that contribute to achieving excellence in instructional quality at educational institutions, including: faculty qualifications and development; well-equipped laboratories and libraries; effective program administration and student support services; strong information technology capabilities; robust graduate programs; and graduate outcomes assessment. Specifically, it discusses considerations for faculty credentials and load, laboratory resources, library collections and services, strategic planning, student consultations and activities, enrollment systems, and graduate program tracking.
Making the Most of New Course Delivery Methods (2011)Scott Dinho
Presentation made at USDLA conference in 2011. It presented a framework in which to analyze the course delivery methods used at a school and determine which is the best to meet the needs of any program.
Christine Slade - Learnings from an Institutional ePortfolio Implementation S...ePortfolios Australia
This document outlines an institution's strategy for implementing ePortfolios across the university. It describes a three phase process: a feasibility study, an early adopter phase with select programs, and a university-wide implementation. The early adopter phase helped prepare for wider usage and demonstrated value. Rapid growth occurred in core programs, aided by curriculum mapping, training, and customized support. Implementation principles emphasized strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, program-level work, and regular evaluation. Resources are provided on the institution's experiences in the early adopter phase and integrating ePortfolios into specific degree programs.
Evaluation in Capacity-Building Strategy: The Next Step in the LMD PhilosophyNaouel Abdellatif Mami
This document discusses evaluation in the context of Algeria's adoption of the LMD (license-master-doctorat) educational system. It notes some difficulties in reconciling different types of education and harmonizing between universities. The document considers what evaluation aims to achieve and how it can be conducted, such as through tests, quizzes, portfolios and language evaluations. It stresses defining objectives, updating assessment instruments, and training evaluators. Recommendations include rewriting curricula to focus on competencies, encouraging continuous evaluation and tutoring, and using portfolios to evaluate students and monitor the evaluation process. The document argues evaluation should be lifelong in the LMD system.
1) The document summarizes an event about using learning technologies to develop teaching practice, with a focus on blended learning and flipped classroom approaches.
2) The intended learning outcomes are for participants to recognize opportunities for using learning technologies in their curriculum.
3) The event engages participants in areas of teaching activity, continuing professional development, and using appropriate learning technologies according to the framework presented.
This document discusses the use of peer review and rubrics in the Canvas learning management system at Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. It provides examples of how policy analysis and engineering courses used peer review in Canvas to provide students feedback on assignments. Both faculty and students found the peer review process in Canvas to be useful, though some challenges were noted, such as limitations in Canvas functionality and difficulties navigating peer feedback. Lessons learned focused on strategies to improve the peer review experience for students and faculty.
LRT Talks 201611209 GCU Learning and Teaching CelebrationMark Stubbs
This document discusses efforts at Manchester Metropolitan University to enhance the student experience through digital learning and transformational change. Key points include developing a new curriculum with fewer but clearer learning outcomes and more formative assessment. A learning technology review led to migrating courses to a single virtual learning environment for consistency. Student voice was embedded through surveys and giving program/module leads and personal tutors access to analytics dashboards. The goal was a joined-up, personalized, consistent student experience wrapped around the learner through integrated cloud services and a data warehouse collecting usage data. Continuous monitoring and improvement was emphasized to systematically address student dissatisfaction.
The document discusses the Texas STaR Chart, which is a tool used to evaluate and plan technology use at schools. It outlines the 4 key areas assessed: Teaching and Learning, Educator Preparation, Leadership/Administration, and Infrastructure. For KHS, it finds they are in the "Developing" phase for all areas, with teacher-directed instruction, minimal TEKS technology integration, limited professional development, one IT staff per 750 computers, and a 5-9 student to computer ratio. To improve, the document recommends understanding technology standards, increasing teacher-facilitated technology instruction, and offering more professional development opportunities.
The document discusses the Texas STaR Chart, which is a tool used to assess a school's status in reaching technology goals. It assesses four key areas: Teaching and Learning, Educator Preparation, Administration and Instructional Support, and Infrastructure. The document provides details on indicators within each area. It then discusses a campus's status over three years based on STaR Chart data, showing the biggest gains in Administration/Instructional Support but weaknesses in Teaching and Learning. The campus classification has been at a Developing status. Next steps proposed include collaborating to create integrated technology lessons, ongoing professional development, and writing a grant to improve technology.
Presented for the Graduate School Teaching and Learning Committee at Keiser University as part of the Education Technology Seminar Series on August 8, 2017
Design Diversity Index - Research OverviewSeventh Hill
Design Diversity, an initiative of Kent State University's Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative (CUDC), is currently developing a tool for guiding short and long term actions toward creating more diverse and culturally relevant design communities. The Design Diversity Index is a tool for gauging the numbers and percentages of people of color in academic programs and professional careers in architecture, landscape architecture, graphic design, and related design disciplines in Ohio. Made possible through the support of The George Gund Foundation, the Index will measure current baseline conditions and annual progress toward expanding racial diversity in the design professions. It will provide a model that can be adopted in other communities and will also link to established national efforts to promote diversity in design.
The document summarizes the Center of the University Program (CUP) at the University of Sheffield, which aims to strengthen partnerships between student services staff and academic departments. It began as a pilot program in 2012 involving work shadowing and department introductions. Participants found it gave useful insights into other areas. The program has since expanded with partnerships between other departments. The university is now developing a wider framework called the Sheffield Professional to encourage collaboration across roles through shared values like open communication, knowledge sharing, and teamwork. The discussion questions ask how to further encourage relationship building and what models would work at other institutions.
The presentation introduces developments to establish Platinum quality teaching within the Faculty of Advanced Engineering. It overviews initiatives already implemented, including personal tutoring groups and professional development sessions. Current collaborations starting include working with student representatives and international campuses. Future plans discussed establishing peer mentoring, meaningful module feedback, and training staff in virtual learning platforms.
The document outlines MDC's advising philosophy and model to improve student progression and completion rates. It discusses implementing intrusive advising from high school through graduation using tools like career assessments, program pathways, and individualized education plans. Key aspects include mandatory orientation, assigning advisors, monitoring academic benchmarks, and providing academic/career coaching and mentoring through retention. The goal is to support students with a collaborative "village" approach from recruitment through graduation/transfer.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of IL, TX, NM, OK Career Opportunities WebinarMilt Haynes
The document summarizes an IT college recruiting program that aims to recruit recent college graduates for entry-level positions within the IT group. Key aspects of the program include identifying positions and budgets, recruiting through college fairs, partnerships, and an internship program. The recruiting process involves identifying needs, approval for headcount and salaries, and recruiting through various channels. The program has been in place since 2010 and partners with the college internship program.
Strategic information systems analysis doctorate at abms open universitysazibmehedi
Information technology (IT) is a strategic asset that is being used to mould competitive strategies and change organisational processes. As IT and its uses become more complex, developing strategies and systems to deliver the technology has become more difficult.
The document discusses the Texas STaR Chart which measures schools' progress in meeting technology goals. It measures schools in four areas: teaching and learning, educational preparation, administration and support, and infrastructure. The school discussed, WHS, is currently at the advanced technology level in all areas but needs to reach the target technology level. It provides suggestions on how WHS can hit the target level through professional development, integrating more technology into teaching, and taking advantage of technology support staff.
The document summarizes the development of the Learning Portfolio at McMaster University. It was created in response to the university president's letter on integrity to document students' curricular, co-curricular, and community learning. Initially, technical supports like PDF guides and videos were produced to help students and faculty use the portfolio. However, these focused more on the technical "how to" rather than the purpose or benefits of the portfolio. Feedback indicated users preferred resources that explained the reasons for the portfolio beyond just the mechanics of creating one.
Extending Your Reach: Using Web 2.0 Tools in Your ClassroomJon Kruithof
The document discusses using Web 2.0 tools in the classroom to increase flexibility, creativity, and deeper learning. It describes benefits like just-in-time learning and allowing students to interact with subject matter experts. Examples of Web 2.0 tools include wikis, collaborative documents, RSS feeds, and videos. The document encourages educators to experiment with these tools to engage students.
This document outlines several factors that contribute to achieving excellence in instructional quality at educational institutions, including: faculty qualifications and development; well-equipped laboratories and libraries; effective program administration and student support services; strong information technology capabilities; robust graduate programs; and graduate outcomes assessment. Specifically, it discusses considerations for faculty credentials and load, laboratory resources, library collections and services, strategic planning, student consultations and activities, enrollment systems, and graduate program tracking.
Making the Most of New Course Delivery Methods (2011)Scott Dinho
Presentation made at USDLA conference in 2011. It presented a framework in which to analyze the course delivery methods used at a school and determine which is the best to meet the needs of any program.
Christine Slade - Learnings from an Institutional ePortfolio Implementation S...ePortfolios Australia
This document outlines an institution's strategy for implementing ePortfolios across the university. It describes a three phase process: a feasibility study, an early adopter phase with select programs, and a university-wide implementation. The early adopter phase helped prepare for wider usage and demonstrated value. Rapid growth occurred in core programs, aided by curriculum mapping, training, and customized support. Implementation principles emphasized strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, program-level work, and regular evaluation. Resources are provided on the institution's experiences in the early adopter phase and integrating ePortfolios into specific degree programs.
Evaluation in Capacity-Building Strategy: The Next Step in the LMD PhilosophyNaouel Abdellatif Mami
This document discusses evaluation in the context of Algeria's adoption of the LMD (license-master-doctorat) educational system. It notes some difficulties in reconciling different types of education and harmonizing between universities. The document considers what evaluation aims to achieve and how it can be conducted, such as through tests, quizzes, portfolios and language evaluations. It stresses defining objectives, updating assessment instruments, and training evaluators. Recommendations include rewriting curricula to focus on competencies, encouraging continuous evaluation and tutoring, and using portfolios to evaluate students and monitor the evaluation process. The document argues evaluation should be lifelong in the LMD system.
1) The document summarizes an event about using learning technologies to develop teaching practice, with a focus on blended learning and flipped classroom approaches.
2) The intended learning outcomes are for participants to recognize opportunities for using learning technologies in their curriculum.
3) The event engages participants in areas of teaching activity, continuing professional development, and using appropriate learning technologies according to the framework presented.
This document discusses the use of peer review and rubrics in the Canvas learning management system at Harvard Kennedy School and Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. It provides examples of how policy analysis and engineering courses used peer review in Canvas to provide students feedback on assignments. Both faculty and students found the peer review process in Canvas to be useful, though some challenges were noted, such as limitations in Canvas functionality and difficulties navigating peer feedback. Lessons learned focused on strategies to improve the peer review experience for students and faculty.
LRT Talks 201611209 GCU Learning and Teaching CelebrationMark Stubbs
This document discusses efforts at Manchester Metropolitan University to enhance the student experience through digital learning and transformational change. Key points include developing a new curriculum with fewer but clearer learning outcomes and more formative assessment. A learning technology review led to migrating courses to a single virtual learning environment for consistency. Student voice was embedded through surveys and giving program/module leads and personal tutors access to analytics dashboards. The goal was a joined-up, personalized, consistent student experience wrapped around the learner through integrated cloud services and a data warehouse collecting usage data. Continuous monitoring and improvement was emphasized to systematically address student dissatisfaction.
The document discusses the Texas STaR Chart, which is a tool used to evaluate and plan technology use at schools. It outlines the 4 key areas assessed: Teaching and Learning, Educator Preparation, Leadership/Administration, and Infrastructure. For KHS, it finds they are in the "Developing" phase for all areas, with teacher-directed instruction, minimal TEKS technology integration, limited professional development, one IT staff per 750 computers, and a 5-9 student to computer ratio. To improve, the document recommends understanding technology standards, increasing teacher-facilitated technology instruction, and offering more professional development opportunities.
The document discusses the Texas STaR Chart, which is a tool used to assess a school's status in reaching technology goals. It assesses four key areas: Teaching and Learning, Educator Preparation, Administration and Instructional Support, and Infrastructure. The document provides details on indicators within each area. It then discusses a campus's status over three years based on STaR Chart data, showing the biggest gains in Administration/Instructional Support but weaknesses in Teaching and Learning. The campus classification has been at a Developing status. Next steps proposed include collaborating to create integrated technology lessons, ongoing professional development, and writing a grant to improve technology.
Presented for the Graduate School Teaching and Learning Committee at Keiser University as part of the Education Technology Seminar Series on August 8, 2017
Design Diversity Index - Research OverviewSeventh Hill
Design Diversity, an initiative of Kent State University's Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative (CUDC), is currently developing a tool for guiding short and long term actions toward creating more diverse and culturally relevant design communities. The Design Diversity Index is a tool for gauging the numbers and percentages of people of color in academic programs and professional careers in architecture, landscape architecture, graphic design, and related design disciplines in Ohio. Made possible through the support of The George Gund Foundation, the Index will measure current baseline conditions and annual progress toward expanding racial diversity in the design professions. It will provide a model that can be adopted in other communities and will also link to established national efforts to promote diversity in design.
The document summarizes the Center of the University Program (CUP) at the University of Sheffield, which aims to strengthen partnerships between student services staff and academic departments. It began as a pilot program in 2012 involving work shadowing and department introductions. Participants found it gave useful insights into other areas. The program has since expanded with partnerships between other departments. The university is now developing a wider framework called the Sheffield Professional to encourage collaboration across roles through shared values like open communication, knowledge sharing, and teamwork. The discussion questions ask how to further encourage relationship building and what models would work at other institutions.
The presentation introduces developments to establish Platinum quality teaching within the Faculty of Advanced Engineering. It overviews initiatives already implemented, including personal tutoring groups and professional development sessions. Current collaborations starting include working with student representatives and international campuses. Future plans discussed establishing peer mentoring, meaningful module feedback, and training staff in virtual learning platforms.
The document outlines MDC's advising philosophy and model to improve student progression and completion rates. It discusses implementing intrusive advising from high school through graduation using tools like career assessments, program pathways, and individualized education plans. Key aspects include mandatory orientation, assigning advisors, monitoring academic benchmarks, and providing academic/career coaching and mentoring through retention. The goal is to support students with a collaborative "village" approach from recruitment through graduation/transfer.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of IL, TX, NM, OK Career Opportunities WebinarMilt Haynes
The document summarizes an IT college recruiting program that aims to recruit recent college graduates for entry-level positions within the IT group. Key aspects of the program include identifying positions and budgets, recruiting through college fairs, partnerships, and an internship program. The recruiting process involves identifying needs, approval for headcount and salaries, and recruiting through various channels. The program has been in place since 2010 and partners with the college internship program.
Strategic information systems analysis doctorate at abms open universitysazibmehedi
Information technology (IT) is a strategic asset that is being used to mould competitive strategies and change organisational processes. As IT and its uses become more complex, developing strategies and systems to deliver the technology has become more difficult.
The document discusses the Texas STaR Chart which measures schools' progress in meeting technology goals. It measures schools in four areas: teaching and learning, educational preparation, administration and support, and infrastructure. The school discussed, WHS, is currently at the advanced technology level in all areas but needs to reach the target technology level. It provides suggestions on how WHS can hit the target level through professional development, integrating more technology into teaching, and taking advantage of technology support staff.
The document summarizes the development of the Learning Portfolio at McMaster University. It was created in response to the university president's letter on integrity to document students' curricular, co-curricular, and community learning. Initially, technical supports like PDF guides and videos were produced to help students and faculty use the portfolio. However, these focused more on the technical "how to" rather than the purpose or benefits of the portfolio. Feedback indicated users preferred resources that explained the reasons for the portfolio beyond just the mechanics of creating one.
Extending Your Reach: Using Web 2.0 Tools in Your ClassroomJon Kruithof
The document discusses using Web 2.0 tools in the classroom to increase flexibility, creativity, and deeper learning. It describes benefits like just-in-time learning and allowing students to interact with subject matter experts. Examples of Web 2.0 tools include wikis, collaborative documents, RSS feeds, and videos. The document encourages educators to experiment with these tools to engage students.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
10 Insightful Quotes On Designing A Better Customer ExperienceYuan Wang
In an ever-changing landscape of one digital disruption after another, companies and organisations are looking for new ways to understand their target markets and engage them better. Increasingly they invest in user experience (UX) and customer experience design (CX) capabilities by working with a specialist UX agency or developing their own UX lab. Some UX practitioners are touting leaner and faster ways of developing customer-centric products and services, via methodologies such as guerilla research, rapid prototyping and Agile UX. Others seek innovation and fulfilment by spending more time in research, being more inclusive, and designing for social goods.
Experience is more than just an interface. It is a relationship, as well as a series of touch points between your brand and your customer. Here are our top 10 highlights and takeaways from the recent UX Australia conference to help you transform your customer experience design.
For full article, continue reading at https://yump.com.au/10-ways-supercharge-customer-experience-design/
How to Build a Dynamic Social Media PlanPost Planner
Stop guessing and wasting your time on networks and strategies that don’t work!
Join Rebekah Radice and Katie Lance to learn how to optimize your social networks, the best kept secrets for hot content, top time management tools, and much more!
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Learn BEM fundamentals as fast as possible. What is BEM (Block, element, modifier), BEM syntax, how it works with a real example, etc.
The document discusses how personalization and dynamic content are becoming increasingly important on websites. It notes that 52% of marketers see content personalization as critical and 75% of consumers like it when brands personalize their content. However, personalization can create issues for search engine optimization as dynamic URLs and content are more difficult for search engines to index than static pages. The document provides tips for SEOs to help address these personalization and SEO challenges, such as using static URLs when possible and submitting accurate sitemaps.
The document discusses issues with mainstreaming the Semester of Code project. It was noted that the different time schedules of universities makes setting a strict timeline difficult. There were also very low numbers of participating students. The plan is to launch a pilot on April 1st with a limited number of organizations and projects to accept potentially low student turnout. If the pilot is successful, the project could be expanded to more universities in the future. Concerns remain about student participation potentially resulting in the project only remaining a theoretical idea.
The document provides an overview of Ilios, an open-source curriculum management system. It describes Ilios' features for managing competencies, programs, courses, sessions, learners and instructors. Key features include tracking teaching hours and competencies, integrating with learning management systems, and generating reports. The document outlines Ilios' technical underpinnings using open-source LAMP technologies and its development timeline and team.
This document outlines the research plan for evaluating an OER Degree Initiative. It discusses conducting quasi-experimental studies on the impact of OER degrees on student outcomes at 10-12 partner colleges. It also involves collecting cost data through surveys, interviews and financial templates to analyze the cost impacts on students and institutions. The evaluation will examine academic and economic impacts through quantitative outcomes data and qualitative implementation research to provide formative feedback throughout the initiative.
The document provides an environmental scan and analysis of trends that will impact the UP Library from 2015-2025. It discusses the UP's strategic plan and core functions of teaching, learning, and research. It also summarizes key impacts of technology on teaching/learning and research libraries, including increased use of blended learning, mobile apps, electronic publishing, and open educational resources. Top trends in research libraries include emphasis on data management, mobile content, and the evolving scholarly record. The document outlines challenges around digital literacy, personalization, and embracing radical change to integrate new technologies.
The document summarizes the third meeting of the VALS project, which took place in Udine, Italy on February 23-24, 2015. The meeting addressed administrative and financial issues, reviewed progress on the first year's activities and initial results of the second round of the Semester of Code virtual placements. Key objectives of the meeting were to discuss work package deliverables, identify reporting responsibilities, and address challenges in increasing student and university engagement in the project. Overall conclusions focused on making the virtual placement process more flexible to increase participation.
Lumen model jump starting success with oerLumen Learning
Through years of collaboration with faculty and institutions, Lumen Learning has developed not only a growing catalog of road-tested courses designed using open educational resources, but also an engagement approach that helps institutions make a sustained impact with OER. This webinar shares how we develop OER courses and support institutions and faculty through the processes of course adoption, customization and continuous improvement. Gain insight into Lumen’s support model, pricing, and strategies we recommend to help students, faculty and institutions realize the full benefits of OER.
CCCOER OER Degree Research with Achieving the Dream, SRI Education, and rpk G...Una Daly
The document summarizes a presentation about research being conducted on the impact of open educational resource (OER) degrees. The research is examining student outcomes and costs across multiple colleges participating in an OER degree initiative. The evaluation includes quasi-experimental studies comparing academic results of students in OER degree programs versus traditional programs, as well as analysis of cost savings and sustainability. Preliminary findings suggest OER degrees improve student progress and reduce financial burden.
This document provides an agenda and facts and figures for an online and hybrid course development meeting. The agenda includes discussions on essential elements of online learning, course development cycles, accessibility initiatives, copyright resources, and open educational resources. Facts and figures presented include enrollment numbers in online courses as well as the number of online courses and instructors. The meeting will also cover Oswego's five essential elements for online courses, which are instructor introductions, course overviews, student orientations, online office hours, and assignment calendars. Developing videos for these elements and piloting new collaboration tools are discussed. The document outlines processes for online and hybrid course development and refreshing existing courses.
As part of the MVLRI Research Webinar Series, we will be hosting a series of webinars dedicated specifically to K-12 virtual schools and their research needs. This series devoted to introducing the K-12 online and blended learning research community to a variety of virtual schools and their research needs. The first installment was presented by Ryan Gravette and Jeff Simmons of Idaho Digital Learning Academy, Cindy Hamblin of Illinois Virtual School, and Dr. Joe Cozart from Georgia Virtual School.
The document discusses the DeL peer-mentoring scheme for 2021-2022. It provides background on the history of digital learning at the university from 2007-2021. It then outlines the goals of the Digitally Enhanced Learning (DeL) program which are to improve student experiences, engagement, and learning through the use of new technologies. Finally, it describes how DeL will be implemented during the Fall 2021 semester through the use of Professional Learning Communities where faculty will meet monthly to discuss lessons learned and best practices for incorporating digital learning tools.
Modelling openness: Developing the Digital Fluency course at OUTBrenda Mallinson
It is recognised that more than ‘literacy’ is needed in today’s academic environment in order to take full advantage of the affordances of using ICTs for the full range of teaching and learning, research, and administrative duties and blended modes of provision.
In order to address this issue, OUT, in collaboration with Saide’s OER Africa initiative, has conceptualised a course on ‘Digital Fluency’ to be provided as an Open Educational Resource (OER) and made available for ODeL provision.
The move from literacy to fluency encompasses effective and ethical online communication, critical interpretation, quality resource creation and curation, knowledge co-construction, and an understanding of using all of these abilities to open up education – with all of these becoming increasingly standard and effortless over time.
This document summarizes the development of an Open Educational Resources (OER) digital fluency course for academics at the Open University of Tanzania (OUT). The goals were to develop a 5 module course on digital skills, convert existing OUT courses to OER, establish an OER repository, and conduct research. The course was developed iteratively over 3 years with input from OUT and other universities. It was piloted with academics and received positive feedback. Moving forward, OUT aims to further integrate OER into its practices and policies to promote open teaching and learning.
The Rutgers University Graduate School of Education underwent a process to reform its 11 separate EdD programs into a single interdisciplinary program with 4 concentrations. This involved gathering input, designing the new structure and curriculum, implementing changes, and continuing efforts to improve and institutionalize the new program. There was resistance during this multi-year process due to concerns about needed changes, centralization of programs, and defining requirements. Data was used to make the case for reforms and build consensus, and communicating accomplishments helped gain further faculty buy-in for the consolidated EdD program.
Looking Forward: OU and the LMS Open (update)Mark Morvant
These are the slides for the online Town Hall for the University of Oklahoma community to discuss the recommendation of the Provost Advisory Committee for Learning Technologies concerning the future of the Learning Management System at OU.
Blackboard Analytics for Learn @JCU – a proactive approach to the use of data...Blackboard APAC
1) James Cook University implemented Blackboard Analytics for Learn to take a dual-pronged, data-driven approach to enhancing learning/teaching and the student experience.
2) Initial rollouts involved customizing dashboards and reports to provide insights for support officers, coordinators, and academics.
3) The analytics aim to inform subject redesign, evaluation, planning and monitoring to improve student engagement, retention and blended learning design.
Adaptive courseware vendor selection and engagementKaren Vignare
The document discusses adaptive courseware vendor selection and engagement for universities. It provides an agenda that covers introductions, vendor engagement, selection process, project management, setting expectations, changing culture, iterating and scaling pilots. It describes the author's background and experience. It outlines the selection process universities can use, including looking at efficacy research. It also discusses what information and frameworks were lacking for universities prior to conducting pilots. The rest of the document provides details on the vendor selection, project management, challenges encountered, lessons learned, and changing university culture to support innovation.
Planning and Registration for Student SuccessSalesforce.org
Presentation from Salesforce.org Higher Ed Summit 2018 by: Dan Kellogg, Registrar.
The University of Wisconsin Flexible Option competency-based programs enable students to earn their degrees by demonstrating knowledge and concrete skills at their own pace. As part of the enrollment process, a student is assigned to an Academic Success Coach, and both will work together to develop an Academic Plan of Study (APS) that determines the number of competency-based projects in which the student will enroll over the span of three months to one year. The APS also serves as a foundation for the registration process for a 3-month subscription period within that year. Explore how the University of Wisconsin-Extension Registrar's Office works with Academic Success Coaches and their students using an extended Salesforce HEDA model, Opportunities, and Course Connections for the academic planning and registration process.
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This document discusses strategies for online and distance learning at the University of Southern Queensland (USQ). It notes that USQ has over 20,000 students taking courses online or through distance education. It outlines USQ's virtual learning environment called StudyDesk, support structures for students and staff, and efforts to ensure a consistent high quality student experience across online and on-campus courses. It also discusses challenges such as varying digital literacy levels and providing access for students without reliable internet. USQ is experimenting with new technologies and open educational resources to improve the flexibility and accessibility of online education.
Universities with existing IEPs are being targeted by corporate educational services providers for partnerships, resulting in credit-bearing matriculation pathway programs for international students who still require ESL support. In this colloquium, directors of various university-based IEPs in the United States share perspectives vis-à-vis their university-developed alternatives to corporate partnership models.
This presentation was provided by Racquel Jemison, Ph.D., Christina MacLaughlin, Ph.D., and Paulomi Majumder. Ph.D., all of the American Chemical Society, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
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Temple of Asclepius in Thrace. Excavation resultsKrassimira Luka
The temple and the sanctuary around were dedicated to Asklepios Zmidrenus. This name has been known since 1875 when an inscription dedicated to him was discovered in Rome. The inscription is dated in 227 AD and was left by soldiers originating from the city of Philippopolis (modern Plovdiv).
A Visual Guide to 1 Samuel | A Tale of Two HeartsSteve Thomason
These slides walk through the story of 1 Samuel. Samuel is the last judge of Israel. The people reject God and want a king. Saul is anointed as the first king, but he is not a good king. David, the shepherd boy is anointed and Saul is envious of him. David shows honor while Saul continues to self destruct.
Leveraging Generative AI to Drive Nonprofit InnovationTechSoup
In this webinar, participants learned how to utilize Generative AI to streamline operations and elevate member engagement. Amazon Web Service experts provided a customer specific use cases and dived into low/no-code tools that are quick and easy to deploy through Amazon Web Service (AWS.)
This presentation was provided by Rebecca Benner, Ph.D., of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, for the second session of NISO's 2024 Training Series "DEIA in the Scholarly Landscape." Session Two: 'Expanding Pathways to Publishing Careers,' was held June 13, 2024.
This document provides an overview of wound healing, its functions, stages, mechanisms, factors affecting it, and complications.
A wound is a break in the integrity of the skin or tissues, which may be associated with disruption of the structure and function.
Healing is the body’s response to injury in an attempt to restore normal structure and functions.
Healing can occur in two ways: Regeneration and Repair
There are 4 phases of wound healing: hemostasis, inflammation, proliferation, and remodeling. This document also describes the mechanism of wound healing. Factors that affect healing include infection, uncontrolled diabetes, poor nutrition, age, anemia, the presence of foreign bodies, etc.
Complications of wound healing like infection, hyperpigmentation of scar, contractures, and keloid formation.
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
Gender and Mental Health - Counselling and Family Therapy Applications and In...PsychoTech Services
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2. Background Story
• Gov’t of Ontario was giving money to various
projects around productivity and innovation
• University of Guelph and four other D2L
clients (McMaster, Mohawk College,
Waterloo, Wilfred Laurier) part of the project
to work with D2L to improve
Analytics/Insights
3. Timeline
• September 2013 – submit proposal for
funding
• November 2013 – proposal accepted
• November 2013 – budget for spending from
April 2013, write a mid term report
• March 2014 – budget for spending up until
March
• June 2014 – start doing the work
4. Life Sciences
• Looking for alignment between course &
program outcomes
• Fall 2014 – one course, one outcome
• Winter 2015 – three courses, five outcomes
• Spring/Summer 2015 – five courses, all
outcomes
• Fall 2015 – full program
5. Geography and Earth Sciences
• Looking for alignment between course &
program outcomes
• Fall 2014 – four course, two outcomes
• Winter 2015 – six courses, three outcomes
• Fall 2015 – all courses, all outcomes
7. Org Structure
• Create “shadow” structure to the Org
– In our case Program
• Add competencies at the Org level
• Add competencies at the Program level
• Add objectives at the Template level
• Add activities at the Course Offering level
• Connect Offering > Template > Program
9. Lessons Learned
• Logic of Competencies are too rigid
• Year over year? How to manage?
• Introduced/Practiced/Mastered classification
• Global reporting was slow
– Fixed by D2L
• Structure of D2L system can be flexible
– Using the DOME/OrgUnit Editor to connect
courses allows for multiple levels of reporting
10. What’s Next - Engineering
• 140 external standards that need to be
assessed per student
• 4 levels of achievement – will be assessed
with different competencies…
– Problematic as reporting will not recognize two
“distinct” competencies are related (eg. Level 1 –
Numeric Literacy and Level 2 – Numeric Literacy)
11. What’s Next - Continuing Education
• Fall 2014 will compare/contrast same course
delivered in a blended approach and a face-to-
face approach
12. Beyond “Next”
• Extending to Nursing, MedRadSci
– Both programs have external accreditation that
must be reported to
– Both have unique challenges in the types of
information they require
• Reporting back to D2L