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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pm
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmDr. Colin Marlaire (National University, US)Melissa Loble (GoingOn, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501150 Minutes
Seeking efficient faculty communication, curriculum sharing, and research collaboration across your institution? Learn how National University is advancing these goals by implementing an academic engagement network.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmNancy Konigsberg Kerner (University of Michigan, US)Brenda Gunderson (University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, US)Emily Bonem (University of Michigan, US)Adena Rottenstein (University of Michigan, US)Gracie Winschel (University of Michigan, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502150 Minutes
The presenters will discuss and provide examples of results from a cross-disciplinary training project that facilitated development of technology infused courses for enhanced learning.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmVeronica Diaz (United States, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 503150 Minutes
Review measurement strategies and proven institutional examples of mobility's potential for content delivery, student collaboration, and community building.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmAnna Van Wie (UMUC, US)Evidence-based Learning and ReflectionInformation SessionCasanova 504150 Minutes
This presentation will walk participants through the process of identifying real-world program learning outcomes and authentic assessments.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmKathleen Kinney (Central Ohio Technical College, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 505150 Minutes
How to create and use online curated magazines for peer to peer learning and to improve student performance and participation in your online course
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmKyle Bowen (Purdue University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506150 Minutes
Learn how a collection of focused mobile tools can be developed and broadly implemented by a variety of courses to enable student collaboration and assessment.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmRobin Blackman (Middle Tennessee State University, US)Carol Helton (Regents Online Campus Collaborative, Tennessee Board of Regents, US)Richard Woodward (Tennessee Board of Regents, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507150 Minutes
So many apps, yet so little time. How do you know the good from the bad? Join us and Come on Get "Appy".
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmGinger Shultz (University of Michigan, US)Gracie Winschel (University of Michigan, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 601150 Minutes
This presentation will describe the innovative implementation and assessment of writing-based learning objects designed to enhance student learning in a high-enrollment introductory course.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmKim Coon (Comcourse, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 6021Virtual Session
Higher education is experience shrinking budgets, diminished endowments and competition, compelling schools to offer their programs online. Executing this strategy with traditional talent and resources doesn't work. We will explore the "do's and don'ts" of choosing and developing smart partnerships to efficiently create quality online programs with a limited budget.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmJeff Maynard (Biometric Signature ID, US)Mark Sarver (EduKan, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesVendor ShowcaseCasanova 603150 Minutes
Review of case study conducted between four universities showing the jump to new technology dramatically lowering operating costs and increasing compliance for student ID verification.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmSarah Brittain Dysart (Loyola University Chicago, US)Maria Udo (Loyola University Chicago, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 604150 Minutes
Learn about LUC's training and development opportunities for STEM faculty and the support they receive as they transition from face-to-face to online teaching.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmTerry Silver (The University of Tennessee at Martin, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 605150 MinutesVirtual Session
Want to get your online students to read the textbook before completing assignment, projects and/or online discussions? Come see how one professor did it.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmSheila Afnan-Manns (Scottsdale Community College, US)Kandice Mickelsen (Paradise Valley Community College, US)Reyes Medrano (Paradise Valley Community College, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607150 Minutes
A dynamic collaboration that resulted in a student-curated "living textbook" through the integration of information literacy, proprietary and OER scholarship, Blackboard, 2.0, and team-based learning.
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July 25, 2012 - 1:30pmMarie Fetzner (Monroe Community College, US)Learning And Data AnalyticsInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707150 MinutesVirtual SessionBest in Track
Learn what students have to say about why they were not successful in their online course and hear their advice for potential online learning peers
July 25, 2012 - 2:30pm
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmRuth Black (Cal State Online, US)Ashley Skylar (California State University Northridge, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501250 Minutes
Connecting the Dots to Develop an Online Baccalaureate in Liberal Studies To Maximize Units and Credit Options to Target Non-Degree Completers in the CSU System
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmJane Moore (National Louis University, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502250 Minutes
Now you have an iPad---what can you do with it in the classroom? Start a study group.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmRonald Berman (Grand Canyon University, US)Hank Radda (Grand Canyon University, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 503250 Minutes
Designed to bridge social barriers inherent in online education, a virtual, scholarly network with over 2,000 users fosters an integrated, engaged community of doctoral learners.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmDavid Denton (Seattle Pacific University, US)Evidence-based Learning and ReflectionInformation SessionCasanova 504250 Minutes
How do you get students to write effective reflections to their electronic portfolios? Come and learn techniques for answering this question.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmMartha Smith (Webster University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 505250 Minutes
This presentation will demonstrate how to utilize video to provide student feedback, critique student work, and provide instruction to online and traditional on-ground students.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmNikolaos Linardopoulos (Rutgers University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506250 Minutes
This presentation evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of the current software tools used for audio-based discussions in online courses.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmGail Krovitz (Pearson eCollege, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507250 Minutes
Web 2.0 transforms STEM instruction by encouraging student discovery and creativity. This presentation illustrates some free Web 2.0 tools and best practices for their use.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmJames Bidlack (University of Central Oklahoma, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 601250 Minutes
This presentation includes an entertaining show of student-produced biology and computer science videos, along with a report of how the project inspired students to learn.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmSusan Huggins (KNEXT, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 602250 MinutesVirtual Session
KNEXT provides education software and solutions to help institutions quickly and easily implement a prior learning assessment program. Our turn-key solution includes a self-paced, online course and portfolio. Using our fully integrated approach, KNEXT helps institutions recruit engaged adult learners and increase both persistence and graduation rates through prior learning development and assessment.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmMike Kisow (Instructure, Inc., US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 603250 Minutes
Join Mike Kisow as he shares his experience of being a technology innovator and early adopter of Instructure Canvas. He'll share with you how he removed the Clouds to find the Awesome. Mike will share with you the real world challenges of evaluating, migrating and training others on new technology.
Following this session, you'll have a checklist for evaluating new technology, tips to ease your migration and helpful hints on training others for greater adoption.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmRalph Turner (Eastern Kentucky University, US)Erika Larson (Eastern Kentucky University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 604250 Minutes
This presentation provides a collaborative immersion in the art, craft and science of transforming online textual learning materials into image- and media-rich learning experiences.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmTodd Conaway (Yavapai College, US)Jill Schiefelbein (Impromptu Guru, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 605250 MinutesVirtual Session
Feel like the "real you" is missing from your online courses? See how to share your human nature in a digital space!
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmSimon McIntyre (The University of New South Wales, AU)Karin Watson (The University of New South Wales, AU)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 606250 MinutesVirtual Session
This learning material was selected as a 2012 MERLOT Classic Award.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmSarah Bishop-Root (CourseSites by Blackboard, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607250 Minutes
Utilize CourseSites.Com, a free online learning platform, to build your courses and share them as open educational resources.
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July 25, 2012 - 2:30pmDennis Trinkle (Harrison College, US)Jason Stele (Harrison College, US)Kevin Hesler (Harrison College, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707250 MinutesVirtual SessionBest in Track
KnowU, by Harrison College: Discover ways to drive student engagement through an innovative online learning environment, which creates a unique sense of place and community
July 26, 2012 - 10:10am
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amDonald Jordan (University of the Pacific, US)Elizabeth Maloney (University of the Pacific, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501350 Minutes
This session looks at early efforts to integrate collaboration and video discussions in an online program by using Google+.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amPanagiotis Arvanitis (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, GR)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502350 Minutes
A framework of Learners' Digital Skills Needed for Use in Language Learning Environments
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amVictoria Stay (American Military University, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 503350 Minutes
Join us to discuss lessons learned and best practices for developing a virtual community for faculty using open source and free applications.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amMarwin Britto (Lone Star College System, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 504350 Minutes
With the implementation of an integrated model of early alert assistance, virtual advising and case management advising, online students can receive high quality support.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amRyan Seilhamer (University of Central Florida, US)Amy Sugar (University of Central Florida, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 505350 Minutes
Explore the University of Central Florida's Mobile Implementation Framework. Learn how to plan, test, pilot, and implement an application to a campus of any size.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amRobert Andersen (Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, US)Rob Schnieders (Deltak Edu, US)Shilpa Patwardhan (Deltak Edu, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506350 Minutes
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and Deltak will share the student-centered approach adopted for and lessons learned from their iPad project for online students.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amSandra Nadelson (Boise State University, US)Louis Nadelson (Boise State University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507350 Minutes
Learn how easily Google Sites can promote students' STEM abilities through project planning processes, development of E-resumes, and E-portfolios creation.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amNicholas Langlie (Longwood University, US)Jeannine Perry (Longwood University, US)Evidence-based Learning and ReflectionInformation SessionCasanova 601350 Minutes
How to use inverted classroom pedagogy to create rich and engaging content, communication activities, assessments and student application opportunities in blended and online courses.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amDavid Lindrum (Soomo Publishing, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 602350 MinutesVirtual Session
Teaching and learning at distance is different. And most students who enroll in distance learning are in school for different reasons, and studying from different contexts, than traditional students. Soomo provides resources optimized for distance. Our courses are more interactive, effective and efficient than a paper textbook can be. And we have the analytics to prove it.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amWanda Harden (INTELECOM, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 603350 Minutes
Enhance teaching and learning with curriculum-aligned academic video...streamed on demand. The INTELECOM Online Resources Network® will provide your campus with a fully-hosted and searchable video clip database designed to meet the growing demand for rich media in support of online, hybrid and face-to-face instruction.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amSuzanne Ehrlich (University of Cincinnati, US)Holly Johnson (University of Cincinnati, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 604350 Minutes
The session presents a reflective self-study of faculty investigating their "shifts" in teacher identity as they developed and implemented online courses for their literacy program.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amAnat Cohen (Tel Aviv University, IL)Sorel Reisman (California State University, Office of the Chancellor, US)Barbra Sperling (California State University, Office of Chancellor, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 605350 MinutesVirtual Session
In this presentation we will explore the Personal Collection tool of MERLOT, profile the users and describe the extent of their use and aims.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amMathew Constantine (IE Business School, ES)Lucia Egea (IE Business School, ES)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 606350 MinutesVirtual Session
This learning resource was selected as the 2012 MERLOT Classics Award for Business.
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July 26, 2012 - 10:10amJohn Loucky (Seinan JoGakuin University, JP)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607350 Minutes
Access Any Language: Scaffolding Reading to Make Online Learning More Accessible for All Languages
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Online Learning Objects: Affecting Change Through Cross-Disciplinary Practices and Open TechnologiesJuly 26, 2012 - 10:10amEmily Rodgers (University of Michigan, US)Steven Lonn (University of Michigan, US)Frank Kelderman (University of Michigan, US)Martin Vega (University of Michigan, US)James Henderson (University of Michigan, US)Akiko Kochi (University of Michigan, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707350 MinutesVirtual SessionBest in Track
MELO project participants will discuss how media-rich Learning Objects technologies and open practices are developed and used to assess new forms of teaching and learning.
July 26, 2012 - 11:10am
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amAnita Morgan (Indiana University East, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501450 Minutes
This presentation provides a model identifying the factors that motivate students to use an online homework management sytem and measuring the effectiveness of the system.
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amCarol Carruthers (Seneca College, CA)Siobhan Stynes (Seneca College, CA)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502450 Minutes
How using pen-based tablet PC's, collaborative software, team teaching, a learning management system and the internet has resulted in active, student-centered online workspaces without walls
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amJeff Shelstad (Flat World Knowledge, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 503450 Minutes
The battle for the future of textbooks: Open or proprietary? Device dependent or platform agnostic? Affordable or not? Hear what textbooks can, and should, be.
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amScott Greenberger (Grand Canyon University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 504450 Minutes
If future distance education research confirms a correlation between teacher passion, presence, and aesthetics, online interactions between teachers and learners may need to be re-conceived.
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amJanet Broussard (University of Louisiana at Lafayette, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 505450 Minutes
Professional development implemented by school-based technology facilitators positively impacted teacher technology proficiency and integration. Five specific types and frequencies of professional development practices were identified.
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amJane Moore (National Louis University, US)Dorothy Fuller (Black Hills State University, US)David Wicks (Seattle Pacific University, US)Cris Guenter (California State University, Chico, US)Carol Helton (Regents Online Campus Collaborative, Tennessee Board of Regents, US)Nicole Kendall (Tennessee State University, US)Robin Blackman (Middle Tennessee State University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506450 Minutes
Want high quality Apps that are tested and used by teacher educators? Bring your mobile device to this session and leave with the best!
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amMax Longhurst (Utah State University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507450 Minutes
PDF Syllabus Builder: Open-Source Tool for Online Instructors, Course Developers and Instructional Designers
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amPablo Gonzalez-Montalvo (Universidad Autonoma de Yucatan, MX)Evidence-based Learning and ReflectionInformation SessionCasanova 601450 Minutes
A new learning object that supports evidence-based-medicine training in a blended-learning environment
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amDeirdre Cohen (Toolwire, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 60250 MinutesVirtual Session
Attendees will be the first to preview a ground-breaking series of engaging Nursing simulations for Higher Education developed through a collaboration between Toolwire, a leading provider of experiential learning solutions, and Jones & Bartlett Learning, a leading provider of authoritative content.
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amLynn M. Dahnke (Coast Learning Systems/Coastline College, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 603450 Minutes
Interact with our course content and see how easy it is to adopt, customize, and teach. (pssstttt…Faculty, you don’t have to customize these courses!)
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amSher Downing (Arizona State University, US)Jodi Menees (Arizona State University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 604450 Minutes
How the W. P. Carey School of Business launched Blackboard's Collaborate video conferencing tool into academic and corporate online programs.
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amJeff Stewart (Macon State College, US)Marti Venn (Macon State College, US)Learning And Data AnalyticsInformation SessionCasanova 605450 MinutesVirtual Session
Using Data Analytics to analyze retention, progression, and graduation rates is critical to the success of institutions of higher education today.
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amMia Stoklee (Goodwill Community Foundation, US)Matt Robinson (Goodwill Community Foundation, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 606450 MinutesVirtual Session
This is the 2012 MERLOT Classics Award winner for Information Technology. How do you design content when your audience is everyone? We will discuss, GCFLearnFree.org’s approach to developing simple, clear and effective tutorials that are used by a broad base of global learners. Talking points can include our strategies toward screencasts, interactives, conceptual videos, mobile apps and more. Visit www.gcflearnfree.org/office2010 and bring your questions.
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amGerry Hanley (California State University, US)Una Daly (Foothill De Anza Community College District, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607450 Minutes
MERLOT, Open Courseware Consortium & National Federation of the Blind will review the current state of accessibility of OER & identify issues
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July 26, 2012 - 11:10amCourtney Moke (Deltak, US)Lauren Wright (Deltak, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707450 MinutesVirtual SessionBest in Track
Staying technologically innovative outside of the limitations of the LMS is a crucial skill for all instructors.
July 26, 2012 - 1:20pm
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July 26, 2012 - 1:20pmR.T. Brown, (Sloan-C, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation Session3No
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pm
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmMindy Newquist (Western International University, US)Sarah Suraci (Western International University, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501550 Minutes
Create a dynamic faculty community focused on collaboration and innovative teaching using six interrelated components that operate independently and easily be replicated, adapted and scaled.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmRob Darrow (California State University, Fresno, US)Linda Hauser (California State University, Fresno, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502550 Minutes
Google Hangouts lead to increased community between students and between students and the professor in this educational doctoral course at California State University, Fresno.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmDesdemona Cardoza (California State University Office of the Chancellor, US)Learning And Data AnalyticsInformation SessionCasanova 503550 Minutes
Predictive modeling is no crystal ball, but can be an important tool in helping campus leaders improve student retention and graduation rates.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmDouglas Hemphill (SUNY Oswego, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 504550 Minutes
This presentation will look at the deployment and utilization of web conferencing tools to offer synchronous online teaching in a historically asynchronous learning environment.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmTina Parscal (University of the Rockies, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 505550 Minutes
Explore a new model to measure student engagement via mobile devices that integrates Community of Inquiry and Framework for Rational Analysis of Mobile Education models.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmJohn Raible (University of Central Florida, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506550 Minutes
Digital textbooks exploded onto the scene! Come see how the ADDIE model can be applied as scalable, systematic method for digital textbook creation!
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmJoan Leafman (AT Still University, US)Kathleen Mathieson (A. T. Still University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507590 Minutes
Engaged learning is challenging in online education. Including social presence through virtual technologies adds a much needed element to this now commonly used educational platform.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmSherri Restauri Carson (University of Alabama Huntsville, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 601550 Minutes
How to pick the right tool for your course, and apply it with the right population. Best Practices for dependable technology choices to improve learning.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmDon Kassner (ProctorU, US)Jarrod Morgan (ProctorU, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentVendor ShowcaseCasanova 602550 MinutesVirtual Session
This session explores the implications of passing student information through cloud servers in regard to staying in compliance with FERPA.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmHarris Goodman (Late Nite Labs, US)Ovi Jacob (Late Nite Labs, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 603550 Minutes
Teachers across the world are going beyond the classic science curriculum by using educational technology to engage students and enrich the learning environment. With safe and inexpensive online tools, students can harness the power of technology. This session will explore how a teacher can institute practical methods of online and mobile learning, in curriculum and as an enrichment vehicle.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmPamela Wimbush (Northern Virginia Community College, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 604550 Minutes
This session provides steps to develop a Hybrid Training Program to ensure success for faculty and students. Explore emerging technologies used in hybrid courses.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmRick Lumadue (Texas A&M Commerce, US)Rusty Waller (Texas A&M University-Commerce&, US)Derek Lester (Texas A&M University-Commerce&, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 605550 MinutesVirtual Session
Optimize the practical functionality of "Cloud Computing" to enrich student learning
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmLester Andrist (University of Maryland, US)Valerie Chepp (University of Maryland, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 606550 MinutesVirtual Session
This is the 2012 Sociology Classics Award Winner
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmB. Jean Mandernach (Grand Canyon University, US)Rick Holbeck (Grand Canyon University, US)Ted Cross (Grand Canyon University, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607550 Minutes
Emergent technologies promote seamless sharing of scholarly work. We discuss the value of open review and explore authors' experiences publishing via a public review process.
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July 26, 2012 - 1:30pmTracey Richardson (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, US)Pamela Lehr (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, US)Evidence-based Learning and ReflectionInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707550 MinutesVirtual SessionBest in Track
Need to design or evaluate an ePortfolio Program? We will showcase our ePortfolio framework, authentic assessment properties, and programmatic evaluation value.
July 26, 2012 - 2:30pm
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmArt Borgemenke (Texas A&M University-Commerce, US)Wade Fish (Texas A&M University-Commerce, US)Chuck Holt (Texas A&M University-Commerce, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501650 Minutes
This presentation features the rationale and measures behind the development of a universal course shell template to align all courses within a graduate degree program.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmBarbra Sperling (California State University, Office of Chancellor, US)Sorel Reisman (California State University, Office of the Chancellor, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502650 Minutes
Overview of MERLOT and the services offered for online learning and teaching. A great opportunity to learn about a wonderful repository and so much more.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmCharlene Hu (California State University Bakersfield, US)Edward Meyen (University of Kansas, US)Learning And Data AnalyticsInformation SessionCasanova 503650 Minutes
Applications of analytics that inform online instructional design, teaching and learning will be emphasized. Learner analytics will be distinguished from usability analytics and academic analytics.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmMartonia Gaskill (University of Nebraska Lincoln, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 504650 Minutes
Faculty development for online teaching and learning is an important asset for the success of online courses and programs at all levels.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmJason Mock (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 505650 Minutes
Learn how careful planning, sound pedagogy, and multimedia transformed a large-enrollment, face-to-face course and a nervous instructor into an award-winning, fully-online success story.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmJames May (Valencia College, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506650 Minutes
Through comedy, surprising statistics, and audience participation, learn to harness the power of SoftChalk and various FREE technologies to collaborate and learn with smart devices
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmCatherine Raven (South University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507650 Minutes
End plagiarism and enhance critical thinking by exchanging assignment wording with illustrations. Demonstrations and sample assignments provided.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmRobin Blackman (Middle Tennessee State University, US)Margaret Choka (Pellissippi State Community College, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 601650 Minutes
Large statewide program offers faculty training using methods which have proven to be extremely cost-effective and efficient because they utilize funds which are already expended.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmBenjamin F. Quillian (California State University, US)Ashley Skylar (California State University, Cal State Online, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 602650 MinutesVirtual Session
Have you heard? Cal State Online is underway to provide fully online programs utilizing a centralized, world-class support structure using innovative technologies for the California State University System! It seeks to deliver increased access to online CSU programs for students who need an alternative pathway to graduation launching Spring2013.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmJudith Giering (Drexel University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 604650 Minutes
Findings of a faculty survey demonstrate providing a pedagogical framework to LMS training results in faculty who are more confident using the LMS and tools.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmLucille Benedict (University of Southern Maine, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 605650 MinutesVirtual Session
Incorporating mobile technology and QR codes into chemistry classrooms and laboratories to produce and use student-created videos and photo-blogs as instructional resources.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmDan Lim (Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 606650 MinutesVirtual Session
The seven best practices in distance presence may assist institutions in overcoming challenges in engagement, lonely learner syndrome, retention, identity verification, integrity, and institution mission.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmAmy Sugar (University of Central Florida, US)Baiyun Chen (University of Central Florida, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607650 Minutes
In this session we discuss our exploration of and strategies for adopting open educational resources when designing online courses at the University of Central Florida.
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July 26, 2012 - 2:30pmJennifer Pontano (Drexel University, US)Dan Allen (Drexel University, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707650 MinutesVirtual SessionBest in Track
Two instructional designers share their experience in developing an online course to be compliant with their University's guidelines for online accessibility.
July 26, 2012 - 3:30pm
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmMonica Fusich (California State University, Fresno, US)Vang Vang (California State University, Fresno, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501750 Minutes
Join us to explore an innovative online library orientation game using open source software and a LMS.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmSusan Manning (University of Wisconsin at Stout, US)Jonathan Finkelstein (LearningTimes, LLC, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502750 Minutes
Who learns best through "badging": high school students, professional educators or conference attendees? Find out about a new badging program that works for all three.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmDavid Smith (Pepperdine University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 503750 Minutes
The goal of faculty collaboration networks is to provide a platform where educators can converge, share, and exchange ideas to drive innovation in student learning.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmJoyce Kincannon (Virginia Commonwealth University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 504750 Minutes
The Online Learning Summit described effective practice teaching online with a collaborative, interdisciplinary conversation. Learn logistics to plan your own Summit with polling. BYOD
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmKellie Grasman (Missouri University of Science and Technology, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 505750 Minutes
This presentation will highlight the instructional tools used to transform a lecture class into an online course that prepares tomorrow's engineers for the "real world".
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmTimothy Anderson (Grand Canyon University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506750 Minutes
Solving the problem of learners' inability to synthesize literature through the use of a literature assistance software program.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmJeff Borden (Chaminade University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507750 Minutes
Does "Choose Your Own Adventure" work for students? If yes, turn to page 48.
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Building Capacity: A Collaborative Approach to Developing Technological Fluencies in Faculty MembersJuly 26, 2012 - 3:30pmIlana Bayer (McMaster University, CA)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 601750 Minutes
Explore the success and challenges faced in collaborating with and educating faculty members in the area of educational technologies in this interactive session.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmLaurie Burruss (lynda.com, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 602750 MinutesVirtual Session
With a decade plus of online video, teaching and learning resources using rich media reside everywhere. They are becoming fully integrated in the learning space and a matter of choice for the student. Learn how online video changes and enhances the way we learn.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmAmanda Volz (VoiceThread, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 603750 Minutes
In this session, the audience will see a quick demo of VoiceThread, learn how VoiceThread is used by a million Higher Education faculty and students in both online and face-to-face course settings, and review basic questions about licensing and LMS/SIS integration options.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmElizabeth Pyatt (Penn State University, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 604750 Minutes
This presentation will review current accessibility guidelines and techniques for addressing common barriers found in online course content.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmMindy Newquist (Western International University, US)Sarah Suraci (Western International University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 605750 MinutesVirtual Session
When taken to the next level, feedback can augment the learning environment. Through use of various audio/video technologies faculty can boost feedback on assignments.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmDeborah Adair (The Quality Matters Program, US)Brenda Boyd (The Quality Matters Program, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 606750 MinutesVirtual Session
Survey results show how participation on a QM course review team provides faculty significant opportunities for professional growth, beyond the improvement of online courses
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmPaul Ulasien (University of Phoenix, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607750 Minutes
Age-related differences in learning create issues and opportunities in developing emerging technologies relevant to the learning capabilities of older adults.
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July 26, 2012 - 3:30pmRandy Newbrough (IUPUI, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707750 MinutesVirtual Session
This presentation discusses the face to face, high-impact pedagogy called Peer-Led Team Learning (PLTL), and its implementation into a virtual environment.
July 27, 2012 - 9:40am
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amPatricio Herbst (University of Michigan, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501850 Minutes
LessonSketch provides communities of teachers, teacher educators with animated classroom stories and depiction, annotation, communication tools to create, examine, and discuss stories of instructional practice.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amAlice Kim (USC Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans & Military Families, US)Kelly Turner (USC Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans & Military Families, US)Shawna Campbell (USC Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans & Military Families, US)Eileen Kohan (USC Department of Continuing Education, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502850 Minutes
We present the development and evaluation of an online continuing education series focusing on just-in-time training to behavioral health providers working with military-impacted populations.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amAnn Giralico Pearlman (The College at Brockport, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 503850 Minutes
A Media Ecologist Approach to Teaching "Technology in the Classroom" to Future Educators using an LMS and 2.0 Tools
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amLeanne Chun (Leeward Community College, US)Lani Uyeno (Leeward Community College, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 504850 Minutes
How can we get our teams to be successful in online courses?
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amBaiyun Chen (University of Central Florida, US)Amy Sugar (University of Central Florida, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 505850 Minutes
This session is to evaluate the effectiveness of faculty development to support online teaching using learning analytics combined with traditional course evaluation responses.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amDorothy Fuller (Black Hills State University, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506850 Minutes
Do voice-recorded discussions mean higher quality student discussions or merely higher levels of student satisfaction?
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amCatherine Honig (National Louis University, US)B. Jean Mandernach (Grand Canyon University, US)Sherri Restauri Carson (University of Alabama Huntsville, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507850 Minutes
Selected materials from the MERLOT Psychology Collection highlight innovative tools, media, and e-resources that positively impact teaching and learning across psychology disciplines.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amAmy Stevens (Southern New Hampshire University, US)Learning And Data AnalyticsInformation SessionCasanova 601850 Minutes
Better: How SNHU used big data to make small decisions to improve student persistence and academic quality for beginning online students.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amMarsha Orr (California State University-Fullerton and Sonic Foundry, US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 602850 MinutesVirtual Session
In an era of budget reductions and cost-cutting, cost and efficiency are primary considerations for institutions of higher learning. And yet, the California State University, Fullerton School of Nursing has been able to continue to provide high quality support services to students while reducing the time required for these functions. The School of Nursing uses video streaming and lecture capture not only for course instruction and distance education, but also for a slew of other campus functions: to develop and capture recruitment sessions for new student cohorts, to advise currently enrolled students, for student and faculty orientation, faculty interviews, guest speakers, and to record brief, targeted modules to orient distance and campus students to the technology used in the program…and the list goes on. Join Marsha Orr as she reveals the secret to their multi-faceted success.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amMichael Wilder (University of Nevada, Las Vegas, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 603850 Minutes
This session explains how to combine multiuser blogging environments with contemporary social media and multimedia to develop a fully integrated online learning community.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amRenee Aitken (Northcentral University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 604850 Minutes
Does the term "traditional student" mean the same thing now that students are to using technology to answer questions?
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amGeorge Otte (City University of New York, US)Boone Gorges (City University of New York, US)Michael Smith (City University of New York, US)Christopher Stein (Borough of Manhattan Community College, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 605850 MinutesVirtual Session
Proven successful in sharing effective practices and fostering interaction, the Commons is now breeding other social networks for academics.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amJeanne Sewell (Georgia College & State University, US)Evidence-based Learning and ReflectionInformation SessionCasanova 606850 MinutesVirtual Session
This presentation will demonstrate how an ongoing end-of-program assessment process supports reflective and integrative teaching/learning practices designed to sustain successful outcomes in a nursing program.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amDavid Marcey (California Lutheran University, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607850 Minutes
"Flipping" an undergraduate Biology course showed significant positive effects on student learning outcomes. Online content, inquiry-based activities, and assessment results will be described.
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July 27, 2012 - 9:40amKari Kumar (York University, CA)Obadiah George (York University, ABEL Program, CA)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707850 MinutesVirtual Session
The Personalized Learning Spaces (PerLS) project describes an innovative suite of tools, informed by complexity science, that support non-linear online learning to complement Moodle.
July 27, 2012 - 11:10am
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amMarquita Walker (Indiana University, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 501950 Minutes
Online delivery of Advanced manufacturing training soft skills to rural workers retraining and reintegrating into the workforce.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amKjrsten Keane (SUNY Empire State College, US)Miriam Russell (SUNY Empire State Collee, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 502950 Minutes
How a disabled student introduced his mentor and writing coach to Cloud conferencing, reducing transactional distance through positive collaboration and resulting in stronger writing skills.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amPeter Rennert-Ariev (Loyola University Maryland, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 503950 Minutes
This ethnographic study analyzes the transformation of a group of sixteen practitioners enrolled in a graduate program on online teaching and learning.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amShubhra Gaur (Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad, IN)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 504950 Minutes
The main objective of the present study was to generate insights for enhancing learning effectiveness in professional education context making innovative recommendations for programme faculty.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amRamakrishnan Sundaram (Gannon University, US)Tinukwa Boulder (Gannon University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 505950 Minutes
Motivate first-year engineering students using team blogs to deliver course content. Introduce engineering principles through community-based engineering projects with service learning components.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amRick Revoir (College of St. Scholastica, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 506950 Minutes
This presentation discusses findings from a study that explored learning during a business ethics simulation. A teaching strategy to integrate YouTube will be discussed.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amMichael Miller (University of Texas at San Antonio, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionCasanova 507950 Minutes
Can multimedia blogging make course concepts more vivid and relevant, as well as build digital literacy among students?
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amAmy Riker (Educational Testing Service, US)Evidence-based Learning and ReflectionInformation SessionCasanova 601950 Minutes
This session will showcase the Washington ProTeach eportfolio for professional licensure, demonstrating use of this technology in capturing evidence of performance for consequential licensure assessment.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amMike Kisow (Instructure, Inc., US)Vendor ShowcaseCasanova 602950 MinutesVirtual Session
Join Mike Kisow as he shares his experience of being a technology innovator and early adopter of Instructure Canvas. He'll share with you how he removed the Clouds to find the Awesome. Mike will share with you the real world challenges of evaluating, migrating and training others on new technology.
Following this session, you'll have a checklist for evaluating new technology, tips to ease your migration and helpful hints on training others for greater adoption.
*This is a repeat of Mike's session from Concurrent Session 2 on Wednesday. Please join us again if you missed Wednesday's session or just enjoyed it so much that you want to hear it again!
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Beyond Social Networking: Facilitating Virtual Teaching Circles for Geographically-Dispersed FacultyJuly 27, 2012 - 11:10amB. Jean Mandernach (Grand Canyon University, US)Faculty and Student DevelopmentInformation SessionCasanova 604950 Minutes
The integration of social networking technologies allows for collaborative teaching circles to foster exchange of teaching resources, strategies and materials for adjunct, online faculty.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amJill Dennis (Thomas University, US)Digital Learning Environments and CommunitiesInformation SessionCasanova 605950 MinutesVirtual Session
Discover the ingredient you may be missing in your online course that can increase instructor ability and student satisfaction.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amPreetha Ram (Emory University, US)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 606950 MinutesVirtual Session
Learn how you can scale academic help and increase student engagement with OpenStudy, a social learning environment that has improved learning and engagement for thousands.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amVivien Rolfe (De Montfort University, UK)Accessible Learning for AllInformation SessionCasanova 607950 Minutes
An overview of open STEM education activities at a UK university, including learner experience, engaging external partners and maximising OER discovery.
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July 27, 2012 - 11:10amGreg Moller (University of Idaho, US)Innovation in Media and ToolsInformation SessionMarco Polo 706-707950 MinutesVirtual Session
Imagine a truly global classroom. Imagine lectures so vibrant with imagery and sound that each inspires your students. Imagine a world without PowerPoint.


