Slides used as part of ocTEL week 5 webinar. The session introduces the wider landscape of MOOC platforms before highlighting how the ocTEL platform was developed using the WordPress platform
This chapter discusses the question of what needs to be addressed in “the major infrastructural, cultural and organisational issues if integrated formal and informal eLearning environments are going to affect any change in the institutional regime”.
It argues that two conceptual models can help address these issues. Firstly a social media participation model, Aggregate then Curate, that was developed on a JISC-funded project, MOSI-ALONG, which itself was designed using an integrated model of formal and informal learning called the Emergent Learning Model. Secondly a “development framework” for institutional flexibility called an 'organisational Architecture of Participation', which was co-created with 15 UK Further Education colleges to better enable e-learning within educational institutions.
Recommendations are made concerning how to address the various infrastructural, cultural and organisational issues that emerged during MOSI-ALONG, as we worked with local partners to better enable adult eLearning. These also include broader proposals concerning the need for individual adult learning institutions to have ongoing support from collaborative hubs if they are to evolve a community-responsive institutional life-cycle appropriate for adult learning.
Digital Learning Architectures of Participation our new book published by IGI Global July 2020. How can we build learning infrastructures for the 21st century? We ask 8 key questions and answer them with new toolkits and our development frameworks. Links to the book and book chapters. Links to our blogs and more online resources
Contextualization of Open Educational Resources in Asia and EuropeJan Pawlowski
The presentation shows current developments of OER in Europe and Asia - starting with barriers and analysis of the current status, we realized three case studies, looking at OER in Finland, Malaysia and Philippines. The results lead to 10 main recommendations to achieve successful, cross-border collaborations for learning and teaching using OER.
This chapter discusses the question of what needs to be addressed in “the major infrastructural, cultural and organisational issues if integrated formal and informal eLearning environments are going to affect any change in the institutional regime”.
It argues that two conceptual models can help address these issues. Firstly a social media participation model, Aggregate then Curate, that was developed on a JISC-funded project, MOSI-ALONG, which itself was designed using an integrated model of formal and informal learning called the Emergent Learning Model. Secondly a “development framework” for institutional flexibility called an 'organisational Architecture of Participation', which was co-created with 15 UK Further Education colleges to better enable e-learning within educational institutions.
Recommendations are made concerning how to address the various infrastructural, cultural and organisational issues that emerged during MOSI-ALONG, as we worked with local partners to better enable adult eLearning. These also include broader proposals concerning the need for individual adult learning institutions to have ongoing support from collaborative hubs if they are to evolve a community-responsive institutional life-cycle appropriate for adult learning.
Digital Learning Architectures of Participation our new book published by IGI Global July 2020. How can we build learning infrastructures for the 21st century? We ask 8 key questions and answer them with new toolkits and our development frameworks. Links to the book and book chapters. Links to our blogs and more online resources
Contextualization of Open Educational Resources in Asia and EuropeJan Pawlowski
The presentation shows current developments of OER in Europe and Asia - starting with barriers and analysis of the current status, we realized three case studies, looking at OER in Finland, Malaysia and Philippines. The results lead to 10 main recommendations to achieve successful, cross-border collaborations for learning and teaching using OER.
This is an update of an earlier presentation so is part repeat, but reflects my own growing in understanding of open scholarship over the last year or so.
Presentation for DTCE at Manchester University looking at a range of digital projects I have worked on since 1995 and highlighting some possible digital futures of education
Beyond the Open Educational Resource move – towards Open and Participatory Le...Andreas Meiszner
Internet version of the presentation prepared for the
FKFT Free Knowledge, Free Technology
Education for a free information society
First International Conference, Barcelona July 15th to 17th 2008
Educational challenges... This trip takes you to a reflection on the use of learning outcomes, the role of the learner, quality assurance, sparkling learning environments and interconnection... 5 stars, 5 recommendations!
Increasing Engagement of Today’s Learner Through TechnologyKarl Kapp
This presentation focuses on the role of specific approaches, namely gamification and various types of simulation, to motivate and energize learners in
a more interactive way that is aligned to how learning takes place in everyday life today.
This is an update of an earlier presentation so is part repeat, but reflects my own growing in understanding of open scholarship over the last year or so.
Presentation for DTCE at Manchester University looking at a range of digital projects I have worked on since 1995 and highlighting some possible digital futures of education
Beyond the Open Educational Resource move – towards Open and Participatory Le...Andreas Meiszner
Internet version of the presentation prepared for the
FKFT Free Knowledge, Free Technology
Education for a free information society
First International Conference, Barcelona July 15th to 17th 2008
Educational challenges... This trip takes you to a reflection on the use of learning outcomes, the role of the learner, quality assurance, sparkling learning environments and interconnection... 5 stars, 5 recommendations!
Increasing Engagement of Today’s Learner Through TechnologyKarl Kapp
This presentation focuses on the role of specific approaches, namely gamification and various types of simulation, to motivate and energize learners in
a more interactive way that is aligned to how learning takes place in everyday life today.
The exponential growth of social media and ubiquitous use of mobile technology has changed the way we communicate both socially and for many also professionally. It is therefore timely to consider how social media can be used to develop personal learning networks and through open sharing find opportunities to also develop our scholarly practice.
Using design based research to develop meaningful mobile learning scenarios Kevin Burden
Current research into the use of mobile devices and tablet computers like the iPad indicate there are multiple opportunities to support and enhance learning and we already know a considerable amount about what works in classrooms when these devices are deployed. However it is still unclear why or how these technologies make a difference and this presentation argues that design based research (DBR) would help practitioners and researchers gain a better understanding about the design principles required to develop effective and meaningful learning sceanrios using mobile technologies
The Value of Distance Education: Burden or Blessing?Mark Brown
Presentation at the Graduate Employment Conference: The Economic Value of Higher Education. Commonwealth Association of Universities, Auckland, 12th July, 2013.
Du professeur connecté à l'étudiant connecté: Vers une pédagogie stratégique ...Corinne Weisgerber
Conférence sur les TICE et le rôle des médias sociaux dans l'école numérique donnée le 7 janvier 2014 à l'Université Paris 1, Panthéon, Sorbonne.
Presentation given to the faculty of the Sorbonne University in Paris, France on January 7, 2014. Video of the presentation can be found here: http://bit.ly/2cW8Rm6
Webinar given for University of Cape Town 17-Oct-2013 exploring the pedagogical differences between cMOOCs and xMOOCs. Pedagogical recommendations given along with recommendations around adoption approaches for universities.
A curated conversation of the book Self-Determined Learning edited by Stewart Hase & Chris Kenyon featuring 50 words on every chapter trying to answer the question "What is Heutagogy?" for World Heutagogy Day 26 September 2013
Retours d'expériences sur les expérimentations ludiques en bibliothèques univ...Guillemette Trognot
Le 20/03/2017 l'ABF Midi-Pyrénées organisait une journée d'études intitulée « Faites vos jeux ! Pratiques ludiques en bibliothèques », à laquelle nous étions convié Gilles Morinière de la BUPMC (collègue de Myriam Gorsse) et moi-même
ALT’s ocTEL MOOC experience: Designing the platformMartin Hawksey
Presentation given to the ALT Scotland SIG 20th June 2013 outlining the general MOOC platform ecosystem including 'MOOC platform as a service' from Coursera et al., and home grown solutions aligned to connectivist principles using WordPress. The talk highlights some of the particular features of the ALT ocTEL platform which uses WordPress with a number of existing plugins like FeedWordPress, bbPress, MailPress and theme customistion to create an agile course platform
The Future of Moodle and How Not to Stop ItHans de Zwart
There has been a lot of discussion lately about whether the VLE is dead and what should come in its place. This presentations tries to see how the main points in this debate reflect on Moodle.
Blogs, Wikis and more: Web 2.0 demystified for learning and teaching profess...Marieke Guy
Presentation (Blogs, Wikis and more: Web 2.0 demystified for learning and teaching professionals) given by Marieke Guy, UKOLN at Eastern RSC event: on Wednesday 25th February from 11:00 - 12:00 .
MOOCs are arguable a revolutionary innovation in education. But are they really that new? Do we need to stick to a course format? Do they have to be online or is blending also acceptable? How open are they really? Should they be massive and what is massive anyway? Do the democratise education, as is often claimed?
Session Agenda: Open Learning FrameworksMike Bogle
This is a rough agenda for a session I'm facilitating tomorrow at the Technology in Learning & Teaching Unconference being hosted by Macquarie University and the Islands of Jokaydia in Secondlife.
Details of the unconference: http://mquncon09.pbworks.com/
Twitter in Education: Interactively exploring the conversation with TAGS and ...Martin Hawksey
There has been much research in the use of social media to support learning and teaching. In many instances it is argued that it enables a decentralization of learning moving towards a distributed model which has many benefits including supporting a stronger foundation for lifelong learning.
Twitter is one service that has been widely used within this context. The introduction of hashtags as a mechanism to allow communities to form and contribute to a topic is now a well established model within both formal and informal education as well as in society in general. The use of Twitter in this way removes boundaries extending the opportunities for co-learning, in particular, discussions can become less siloed, every contribution to a hashtag community is potentially another opportunity for someone else to join the conversation. The thinning of the walls in this way is not without it implications and the vulnerability of being a learner should never be underestimated. Another consideration is that Twitter has been adopted as a tool to support learning in this way rather than being designed for this purpose. As a result exploring and finding understanding within hashtag communities can be problematic and with many open learning contexts individuals can end up feeling lost.
This conversation will explore approaches to help learners and educators gain more insight and a feeling of place within hashtag communities. As part of this we will look at TAGS and TAGSExplorer tools (https://tags.hawksey.info) which have been developed with educators and learners in mind to help support the collection, analysis and exploration of Twitter hashtag communities. These free tools provide a means to collect data from Twitter searches and analysis the results either in Google Sheets, where the data is collected, or visualized in the companion TAGSExplorer web interface. As part of this conversation we will touch upon the limitation of data collection from Twitter and issues around data protection and privacy. We will also provide some examples of where TAGS/TAGSExplorer has been used within an educational context.
TEL Quality and Innovation: What can be learned from the history of computer ...Martin Hawksey
As TEL becomes more professionalised we consider what lessons can be learned from another discipline which has gone through a similar transition. Through the lense of the development of computer science this presentation will look at key moments in this area which might be used to inform or influence how we approach TEL quality and innovation. As part of this we will highlight the approaches adopted by early pioneers like Alan Kay whose attributed to defining the conceptual basics of laptop and tablet computers as part of his work in the 1970s on the Dynabook. Kay (2014) argues when creating future concepts the present inevitably takes all of our focus making anything we do incremental rather than inspirational. Kay’s suggests that by ignoring the present this opens us to the opportunity to take greater inspiration from the past allowing us to dream of a future not constrained by the present.
We also consider some of the cultures which have their origins in computer science including the ‘hacker’ subculture. Whilst the term ‘hacker’ has taken on a more sinister definition, referring to those subverting computer security, the original hacker communities founded by Richard Greenblatt and Bill Gosper in the 1960s were focused on the “intellectual challenge of creatively overcoming and circumventing limitations of systems to achieve novel and clever outcomes” - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hacker_culture
Finally, we highlight a talk by Bret Victor on the future of programming we look at the reasons a number of innovations in computer science happened in the 50s/60s and the problems this creates for the next generation of programmers if they perceive the fundamentals are correct and continue to develop along these principles.
Making the complex less complicated: An introduction to social network analysisMartin Hawksey
Presented at ILTA EdTech 2017, Sligo, Ireland
Supporting posthttps://mashe.hawksey.info/?p=17538
Patterns are left behind. Whether it be replies to a discussion forums, interactions on social media or ingredients in cocktails links can be made and the data used for actionable insight. Network science is one approach that takes these seemingly complex connections and through the use of mathematical methods make it easier to understand. Network science is a well established discipline and it’s origins can be traced to 1736 and the work of Leonhard Euler. The area of social network analysis is a more recent development established in work by Moreno and Jennings in the 1930s. Accessibility to affordable computing in the 1990s combined with data from early social networks like IRC has led to an explosion of interest in social network analysis. This has continued with the emergence of social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter combined with accessibility to the underlying data. The use of network science and social network analysis within educational contexts has seen similar growth. The emergence of ‘Learning Analytics’ as a field of study has highlighted how data can be used to enhance learning and teaching. With social network analysis we can take seemingly complex relationships and making them less complicated. Common applications of network analysis in this area include: identification of isolated students within group activities; identification of people or concepts which are ‘network bridges’; clustering of categorisation of topics; plus numerous other applications.
This presentation is designed to be an introduction into network analysis allowing delegates the opportunity to understand the underlying structure of the graph as well as some of the tools that can be used to construct them. The session will begin with an introduction to key network analysis terms and go on to introduce some of the tools and techniques for social network analysis, specifically looking at how data can be collected and analysed from Twitter using tools like TAGS and NodeXL.
Measuring Social Media Impact: Google Analytics and TwitterMartin Hawksey
Slides for a talk given at the University of Oxford OxEngage series exploring how social media interactions on Twitter can be analysed using Google Sheets and Google Analytics
Google Apps Script the Authentic{ated} Mobile PlaygroundMartin Hawksey
Presentation given at the Edinburgh Mobile Dev Meetup on 15 Feb 2017 highlighting some features of Google Apps Script which may be of interest to mobile developers. A video recording of the session is available at https://youtu.be/N9WUVzLmaJo?t=39m54s
Using CiviCRM in Google Drive with the new CiviService Google Script LibraryMartin Hawksey
This talk highlights how you can easily interact with your CiviCRM via the API interface with a new Google Apps Script library. Google Apps Script is a free programming environment in Google Drive that allows you to easily integrate with Google Docs, Forms, Sheets, other Google products and third party services. Using Apps Script gives you the flexibility and power of tools like Google Sheets to push, extract or analyse data and integrate this with your CiviCRM installation via the CiviCRM API. Example uses could include using shared Google Sheets to record information which is pushed into your CiviCRM, initiating cases from Gmail triggers and more.
he master class is designed to help users get more out of their Google Analytics setup and reporting. The session will be an opportunity to workout where you are at with you Google Analytics setup and usage. As part of this there will be an opportunity for:
* An overview of Google Analytics and tracking principles
* Learning about Google Tag Manager which can be used to remove some of the headache around setting up GA event tracking
* Automated Google Analytics reporting using Google Sheets/Google Sites
* Emerging GA uses you might not have considered before
Extracting and analyzing discussion data with google sheets and google analyticsMartin Hawksey
Online discussions can be a rich source of data for researchers in the humanities and social sciences. In this workshop, participants will learn how to use Google Sheets to push online discussion board data into Google Analytics, where it can be analysed. The session will also demonstrate how to use TAGS, the widely-used script for archiving Twitter data. Participants can bring their own laptops if they wish; there will also be desktop PCs for use.
Please note: if you’re not staff or student at the University of Edinburgh, you will need to obtain a temporary login from the registration desk in advance.
Using WordPress as a badge platform #openbadgesHEMartin Hawksey
The Association for Learning Technology has been experimenting with the open source blogging platform WordPress as an Open Badges issuing platform. As part of this presentation we include details of our journey from digital to open badges. As part of this we highlight some of the benefits of using WordPress and the free BadgeOS plugin as well as issues encountered integrating with Mozilla Backpack. As well as the technical aspect we will look at how badges were used in the Open Course for Technology Enhanced Learning (ocTEL). As part of this badges were awarded on a weekly basis for a range of tasks from simply ‘checking-in’ to completing predefined learning activities. Given the range of criteria this presentation explores the general question ‘do open badges count?’. The presentation concludes by looking at current developments which are informing how the Association might use Open Badges in the future. As part of this we will touch upon the potential other benefits of badges including situational awareness for learners and the wider community.
Tweeted slides are available from https://goo.gl/dkjI3L
Looking at creativity and culture in computer science to inspire better educa...Martin Hawksey
For talk notes see https://mashe.hawksey.info/2016/01/looking-at-creativity-and-culture-in-computer-science-to-inspire-better-education/
Academic practice continues to evolve to reflect the needs and opportunities of various stakeholders including the learner, employers and the institution. Some would argue that university education isn't changing fast enough given the pace of change within society and technology. We will explore strategies for developing an agile approach to academic practice, looking at how education can be 'hacked' to creatively overcome the limitations of the system. ... We conclude taking a wider view exploring emerging peadagogies and technologies and how these might be used too to make education better.
Google Apps Script: The authentic{ated} playground [2015 Ed.]Martin Hawksey
This is the 2015 edition of my Google Apps Script: The authentic{ated} playground talk most recently given to GDG Berlin (Dec. 2015).
With a pre-authenticated cloud-based ecosystem Google Apps Script makes it possible to integrate into other Google services with a couple of lines of code. This turns Google Drive into a rich playground for a wide range of solutions from custom reporting using Google Sheets as a data interface; quick hacks to get the job done; custom interfaces for Docs, Sheets and Forms; to full blown application deployment to web and mobile. In this talk the main features and affordances of Google Apps Script are highlighted, this will be followed by a deep dive into a demonstration into how Google Apps Script makes it easy to combine Google Analytics with other data sources such as Twitter and do many more playful things.
Learning analytics gaining good actionable insightMartin Hawksey
Presented as part of the University of Sussex's TEL Seminar Series
There is greater awareness of the use of data to make improvements in the world around us including learning and teaching. From improvements in business processes to recommendations to what to buy on Amazon all are driven by data. Data by itself does not make a better learner experience and only analytics, the process of making an actionable insight, can help identify gains. As an emerging area 'Learning Analytics' is abound with new opportunities but at the same time these opportunities also raise new ethical and operational concerns. In this presentation we introduce some basic learning analytics concepts, identifying tools and workflows staff may wish to consider. As part of this we also consider the dangers of analytics identifying areas which may lead to learner demotivation or misconception and the questions we should all be asking ourselves to make sure we are always gaining *good* actionable insight.
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/tel/workshops/seminar/martin-hawksey
Learning analytics: Threats and opportunitiesMartin Hawksey
Slides used at ALT's White Rose Learning Technologist's SIG to introduce threats and opportunities for using Learning Analytics. Links related to this presentation are at http://bit.ly/LAWhiteRose
Talk given at Using Google Apps Script and Sheets for social network data mining and analysis
Examples used in this presentation bundled at http://bit.ly/breaking-cell
There is growing interest in the use of data to provide actionable insight. This interest goes beyond the professional analysts and just as fields such as mathematics and astronomy have benefited from the enthusiastic amateur so does data science. Social networks are a rich playground of data and whilst many provide access to their data via APIs but access via this route can be daunting. You can of course turn to 'analytics as a service' sites which will take your credentials and provide you with some answers, but often this can be what they want to tell you and not what you want to hear. A solution is the spreadsheet. Spreadsheets provide an interface for data exploration for those with basic skills. With Google Sheets the opportunities increase exponentially, not just in terms of collaboration, but also with the power of Google Apps Script. Apps Script provides easy integration into other Google products and services, such as Google Analytics, as well as third party APIs like Twitter. In this presentation we show how Google Sheets can become a rich playground where data from different services can be collected and analysed.
Open Badges in Open Education – Do They Count? #eas14Martin Hawksey
Slides for presentation at e-Assessment Scotland 2014 (#eas14) highlighting the work around open badges as a mechanism for supporting the creation of personal knowledge graphs.
Slides used for presentation at ALT's Annual Conference 2014 on experiences of using open badges in the Open Course in Technology Enhanced Learning (ocTEL)
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
2024.06.01 Introducing a competency framework for languag learning materials ...Sandy Millin
http://sandymillin.wordpress.com/iateflwebinar2024
Published classroom materials form the basis of syllabuses, drive teacher professional development, and have a potentially huge influence on learners, teachers and education systems. All teachers also create their own materials, whether a few sentences on a blackboard, a highly-structured fully-realised online course, or anything in between. Despite this, the knowledge and skills needed to create effective language learning materials are rarely part of teacher training, and are mostly learnt by trial and error.
Knowledge and skills frameworks, generally called competency frameworks, for ELT teachers, trainers and managers have existed for a few years now. However, until I created one for my MA dissertation, there wasn’t one drawing together what we need to know and do to be able to effectively produce language learning materials.
This webinar will introduce you to my framework, highlighting the key competencies I identified from my research. It will also show how anybody involved in language teaching (any language, not just English!), teacher training, managing schools or developing language learning materials can benefit from using the framework.
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
Biological screening of herbal drugs: Introduction and Need for
Phyto-Pharmacological Screening, New Strategies for evaluating
Natural Products, In vitro evaluation techniques for Antioxidants, Antimicrobial and Anticancer drugs. In vivo evaluation techniques
for Anti-inflammatory, Antiulcer, Anticancer, Wound healing, Antidiabetic, Hepatoprotective, Cardio protective, Diuretics and
Antifertility, Toxicity studies as per OECD guidelines
Overview of MOOC platforms trends: Creating your own open online course using WordPress
1. Overview of MOOC platforms trends
Creating your own open online course using WordPress
Martin Hawksey (@mhawksey)
http://bit.ly/octelweb5
2. First 30 minutes
Overview of general trends in MOOC platforms
Capturing the rhizomes of dotlife
Behind the scenes of ocTEL (WordPress)
Open to general discussion/Q&A
What/how
10. “revolutionising
conventional
models of formal
education.”
“a transformational
new partnership in
online education.”
“Higher
education is
broken with
increasingly
higher costs for
both students and
our society at
large.”
"Higher
education is
ripe for
innovation: it is
too expensive
and limited to a
few"
Adapted from David Kernohan, 2013
MOOCs As a service
11. “BlackBoard
CourseSites:
Move your courses
online free”
“Pearson OpenClass:
Break through to
learning at scale”
“Instructure Canvas:
Open online learning,
as defined by you”
platform As a service …
(which might be used for a
mooc)
Adapted from David Kernohan, 2013
36. MailPress (Add-ons)
*Newsletter Newsletters : for posts
*Sync_wordpress_user Users :
synchronise with WordPress users
*Tracking_ga Tracking : mails activity to
your site with google analytics
*Batch_send Mails : Send them in batch
mode