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eLearning Tools
Delivering Content effectively and efficiently
Poll Everywhere
https://www.polleverywhere.com/
What is E-Learning
How Do You Reach Your Members?
Delivering Content effectively and efficiently
21st Century Model of Delivery
eLearning Tools
Delivering Content effectively and efficiently
Face to Face Learning
This is the “tried and true” model. But does it meet the needs of an ever increasingly
on-the-go world?
eLearning Tools
Delivering Content effectively and efficiently
Asynchronous Learning
eLearning Tools
Delivering Content effectively and efficiently
Synchronous Learning
eLearning Tools
Delivering Content effectively and efficiently
Blended Learning
Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Screen Capture of a Moodle Course
Edmodo Screen Capture
Fire EMS Training LMS
Video Conferencing / Training
•Free Video / Voice Calling
•Available on Mobile, Desktop, TV
•Connect with Field Experts, SMEs
•Share screens, share files.
•Work collaboratively on Google Docs
•Record Live Broadcast via YouTube
–Recordings automatically posted to
your YouTube Channel
Explore
Take a few minutes to explore one or more of these tools.
Discussion
Which tool would work best for your needs?
References
Blackboard, Inc. (2013). Learn more about CourseSites online learning resources for
the classroom. Retrieved May 21, 2013, from
https://www.coursesites.com/webapps/Bb-sites-course-creation-
BBLEARN/pages/learn.html
G-Cube (2013). Types of e-Learning and what type of elearning suits me best?.
Retrieved May 21, 2013, from http://www.gc-solutions.net/resources/articles/types-
of-e-learning-and-what-suits-me-best/
University of Alabama Institute for Interactive Technology (2012). CompareIT -
Learning Management Systems. Retrieved May 16, 2013, from
https://sites.google.com/site/compareitlms/home

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Unit 05 e_learning tools

Editor's Notes

  1. eLearning is the use of electronic resources to provide training to an audience of people. The resources can be delivered in a variety of methods. There are three primary types of eLearning: Asynchronous, Synchronous, and Blended. Asynchronous eLearning – The instructor creates a series of electronic modules or resources which are accessed by the learner at any time. The learner communicates with the instructor or other participants via email or online discussion boards and must wait for a response. A typical platform for asynchronous eLearning is Blackboard or Moodle. Synchronous eLearning – The instructor prepares a series of electronic modules or resources which are delivered in real-time via tools such as WebEx, ™ Adobe Connect, ™ or GoToMeeting™. The learner has the opportunity to interact with the instructor and other participants directly and get feedback almost immediately. Face to face classes are the most common form of synchronous learning. Blended Learning – This is a combination of Asynchronous and Synchronous learning. It is not uncommon to use a platform such as Blackboard or Moodle in a face to face course so students can access resources electronically while in class. A “best practice” form of this would be for students to read resources on the course site and come to class to have small group discussion or application of the material. A Learning Managements Systems (LMS), which combines various functionalities such as discussion boards, collaborative tools, quizzes, and video chat capabilities, are most commonly associated with eLearning. However, the tool to deliver eLearning training could be anything (CD-ROM, Web 2.0 tools, YouTube Videos, Google Hangouts, etc.) The attached chart outlines some tool for delivering eLearning using popular LMS. There is a blend of tool types that will fit almost any organizational budget.
  2. PollEverywhere is a free polling tool that will allow up to 40 people to respond to a question (M/C, T/F, Y/N, Open Ended) using a smart phone or web browser (computer or tablet based). Which eLearning platforms presented today may best suit your needs? Give 2 reasons for your choice. To learn to create your own PollEverywhere, copy and past this YouTube video address into your web browser. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W62QngEHGyg http://www.polleverywhere.com/free_text_polls/M42PK8ub6wqDjga
  3. There are many ways to reach today’s learner. Face to Face learning is still the most common practice but is often the least flexible option for the learner. Asynchronous Learning allows the learner to learn at his/her own pace and respond to lesson prompts and activities on a time table that is flexible for them from a location that is convenient for them. Synchronous Learning requires all learners to be available at the same time, but they can get information remotely and not have to travel. Blended learning combines all three methods to allow some face to face conversations as well as get resources from remote locations and time.
  4. Face to Face Learning – This is how we have done business in the past. The members sign up for a location and time to take a class by an instructor in front of the class. There is theory and practical applications with hands on or simulated experiences. Generally it is difficult to provide instructional options for different learning styles. Face to face classes require the learners to adjust their busy life around the class meeting time and location. Often, this can’t be accommodated for every class and some learners miss opportunities because of commitments to family and departments.
  5. Asynchronous eLearning – The instructor creates a series of electronic modules or resources which are accessed by the learner at any time. The learner communicates with the instructor or other participants via email or online discussion boards and must wait for a response. A typical platform for asynchronous eLearning is Blackboard or Moodle.
  6. Synchronous eLearning – The instructor prepares a series of electronic modules or resources which are delivered in real-time via tools such as WebEx, ™ Adobe Connect, ™ or GoToMeeting™. The learner has the opportunity to interact with the instructor and other participants directly and get feedback almost immediately. Face to face classes are the most common form of synchronous learning.
  7. Blended Learning – This is a combination of Asynchronous and Synchronous learning. It is not uncommon to use a platform such as Blackboard or Moodle in a face to face course so students can access resources electronically while in class. A “best practice” form of this would be for students to read resources on the course site and come to class to have small group discussion or application of the material.
  8. Moodle (Modular Object-Oriented Dynamic Learning Environment) is an Open Source Course Management System (CMS), also known as a Learning Management System (LMS) or a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). It has become very popular among educators around the world as a tool for creating online dynamic web sites for their students. To work, it needs to be installed on a web server somewhere, either on one of your own computers or one at a web hosting company. There are about 20 different types of activities available (forums, glossaries, wikis, assignments, quizzes, choices (polls), scorm players, databases etc) and each can be customised quite a lot. The main power of this activity-based model comes in combining the activities into sequences and groups, which can help you guide participants through learning paths. Thus, each activity can build on the outcomes of previous ones. There are a number of other tools that make it easier to build communities of learners, including blogs, messaging, participant lists etc, as well as useful tools like grading, reports, integration with other systems and so on. Moodle is free with a web hosting package, the cost of which will vary. - From Moodle.org web site
  9. Moodle is an Open Source Course Management System (CMS), also known as a Learning Management System (LMS) or a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). It has become very popular among educators around the world as a tool for creating online dynamic web sites for their students. To work, it needs to be installed on a web server somewhere, either on one of your own computers or one at a web hosting company. There are about 20 different types of activities available (forums, glossaries, wikis, assignments, quizzes, choices (polls), scorm players, databases etc) and each can be customised quite a lot. The main power of this activity-based model comes in combining the activities into sequences and groups, which can help you guide participants through learning paths. Thus, each activity can build on the outcomes of previous ones. There are a number of other tools that make it easier to build communities of learners, including blogs, messaging, participant lists etc, as well as useful tools like grading, reports, integration with other systems and so on. Moodle is free with a web hosting package, the cost of which will vary. - From Moodle.org web site
  10. CourseSites is a free, hosted online course creation and facilitation service that empowers individual K–12 teachers, college and university instructors and community educators to add a web–based component to their courses, or even host an entire course on the Internet. You even choose your own URL, so students can find your page easily. CourseSites is powered by Blackboard and targeted toward individual instructors. You can have up to 5 courses with unlimited participants. It has all the core features of Blackboard.
  11. CourseSites is a free, hosted online course creation and facilitation service that empowers individual K–12 teachers, college and university instructors and community educators to add a web–based component to their courses, or even host an entire course on the Internet. You even choose your own URL, so students can find your page easily. CourseSites is powered by Blackboard and targeted toward individual instructors. You can have up to 5 courses with unlimited participants. It has all the core features of Blackboard.
  12. Edmodo is a free social learning tool that has the basic features of a basic LMS. It’s design is similar to social networking sites like Facebook. It can facilitate discussions, polls, quizzes, post discussions (not threaded), create assignments, and grade papers. It has a built in grade book as well.
  13. Edmodo is a free social learning tool that has the basic features of a basic LMS. It’s design is similar to social networking sites like Facebook. It can facilitate discussions, polls, quizzes, post discussions (not threaded), create assignments, and grade papers. It has a built in grade book as well. Learning can be extended through the use of various APPS that can be installed in the class.
  14. Target Solutions is the premiere online learning platform for Fire/EMS training. TS Features over 250 hours of Fire/EMS recertification courses using video based and content based instruction. Instructors can track all aspects of training whether it is hands-on or online. Track your vehicle and equipment inspections as an added layer of accountability and safety.
  15. Center Learn is an LMS platform developed specifically for EMS through the RapidCE learning platform. It contains an extensive library of expert created and accredited courses or use the CentreLearn LMS to develop your own content courses.
  16. 24-7 EMS/Fire provides award winning, easy to use courses with interactive video, quizzes, scenarios, and documents for a balanced learning approach. Courses can be delivered online or using traditional DVD.
  17. Skype and Google Hangouts are free video calling software which calls others via the Internet. It allows instructors to connect with experts, other instructors, have joint class discussions, and duplicate almost anything you can do in a face to face meeting.
  18. Google Hangouts has the added features of live collaboration on Google Docs and to Broadcast to a large audience via YouTube. You can record the broadcast and it will be automatically posted in your YouTube Channel.
  19. Google the name of the tool and read/watch/video of it.
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