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Please join us Thursday, November 10 from 4:30pm-6:00pm in Southern I-III (Exhibit Hall) for our interactive Poster Presentations. Refreshments will be served. You will have the opportunity to view numerous poster presentations and discuss the presenter(s) research one-on-one during this session.
November 10, 2011 - 4:30pm
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmAllison Johnson (University of Florida, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This presentation provides the top 10 tips and techniques for editing the content of online courseware. Example processes and techniques will be shared, as well as approaches and strategies for editing online course materials. Emerging areas such as "language editing" for non-native speakers of English and editing will be addressed.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmJoel Rodriguez (Drexel University, US)Stephanie Sutcliffe (Drexel University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
2 Release ID is a model for quick online and blended course development. This model was determined by the Author's examination of best practices from a combined 16 years of instructional design experience. The model focuses on quality, scalability, and timeliness.
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Faculty and Professional Development and SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmDeb Miller (University of North Florida, US)Len Roberson (University of North Florida, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Faced with increased demand to prepare online faculty, with limited resources and skeptical faculty, we developed a blended training model to maximize resources while still providing an engaging and high-quality experience. The session covers the challenges and successes along the way.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmSean Murphy (Georgia Perimeter College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This presentation will focus on a Debates assignment currently used in Online POLS 1101 courses at GPC. After a concise, explanatory introduction of the assignment, the presentation will attempt to demonstrate how such an assignment could be modified for use in any online course.
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A Federally-funded Free Science Education Resource with Modular Functionality, Mobile Apps, and MoreOpen Educational ResourcesNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmNathan Lents (John Jay College, CUNY, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
The Visionlearning project, currently funded by DoEd and previously by NSF, led by a large team of national experts as authors and reviewers, provides free resources for classroom or online science education. The library of 75 modules is completely free, online, modular, and available as podcasts and mobile applications.
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Faculty and Professional Development and SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmNicole Buzzetto-More (University of Maryland Eastern Shore, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
The goal of this presentation is to encourage the establishment of guidelines and a method for evaluating e-learning quality by providing a model that can be adapted and adopted by interested institutions.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmTeresa Smith (SUNY Empire State College, US)Lisa Rapple (SUNY Empire State College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Faculty developers were challenged to design learning activities for online student collaborative work. The design focused on creating a social network to enhance instructor and student presence in a wiki-mediated learning environment. Students showed improved learning outcomes compared to similar traditional activities.
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K-12 Online EducationNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmWinfield Brown (The Pine Crest School, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This poster reviews online sources for teaching science research courses for competitons, reviews the pedagogic literature for such courses, and recounts the case of one high school student's experience learning scientific research at the high school level.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmYanling Sun (Montclair State University, US)Carolyn Demefack (Montclair State University, US)Jeahyeon Ahn (Montclair State University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This presentation will highlight an online course design model at Montclair State University. The model is referred to as OCIA: Orientation, Content, Interaction and Assessment. It has been developed as a social interaction-embedded course design approach to facilitate student interaction with the content, the instructor and each other.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmBucky Dodd (University of Central Oklahoma, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Mayer's Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning (2009) provides instructional designers with important principles for improving learning in online environments. This presentation reviews the current literature on Multimedia Learning and applies the principles of Multimedia Learning to the analysis of self-paced eLearning content.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmJennifer Stanigar (NC State University, US)Diane Chapman (NC State University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This poster presents best practices in the design and facilitation of online graduate degree courses in Moodle. Data from interviews with students, instructors, instructional designers, instructional technologists, and a review of the literature is presented, as well as tips and examples for designing or improving the effectiveness of Moodle-based courses.
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K-12 Online EducationNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmJudith Boccia (University of Massachusetts Lowell, US)Cynthia Bent (University of Massachusetts Lowell, US)Thomas Hersey (University of Massachusetts Lowell, US)Manzia Jamil (University of Massachusetts Lowell, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
A university's blended learning model for dual enrollment courses in an urban high school addressed challenges of scheduling, attendance and transportation costs associated with face to face classes. This poster session describes the context, strategies, outcomes and lessons learned in the pilot semester of a new model for dual enrollment.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmDavid Stone (Southern Polytechnic State University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
SPSU is developing the capacity to offer blended degree programs for students online, and at both on-campus and at remote technical college sites throughout the state. During the spring of 2011 a pilot test was conducted to identify some of the issues related with delivery of instruction via video conferencing.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmTimothy Perez (Western Governors University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Assessing learning effectiveness in online learning environments is a topic of frequent discussion for online institutions. This paper discussed the assessment and evaluation mechanism utilized for an online graduate program in information security. It also highlights the need for information security programs along in the online arena.
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K-12 Online EducationNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmAlisa Izumi (Western Governor's University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Students incorporated prior knowledge into their concept maps and revealed conceptions that were later better developed. The present research sought to identify various connections within students' statistical understanding. The computerized constructions provided the interface upon which students and teachers could co-construct statistical models and methods.
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Student Services and Learner SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKatherine Marconi (University of Maryland University College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
In an outreach activity, part-time, working graduate students were invited to virtually discuss career options and opportunities in health care administration and health informatics. There was active participation among 152 students/alumni and invited speakers, faculty, and support staff. We present best practices and recommendations for virtual, career resource conferences.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKimberly Balko (SUNY Empire State College, US)Lisa Rapple (SUNY Empire State College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
The past few years, conducting research has changed due to the rise of the Internet. SUNY Empire State College's nursing program offers a nursing research course in which students use a social bookmarking tool Diigo. This tool allows students to annotate, use APA, share references, and create an online repository.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmElizabeth Donnellan (Kaplan University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Cooperative learning is not often utilized in college settings and less so, in online education. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of using a linked, online class model. One class of student co-enroll in two separate courses with each professor participating in both. Results show increased learning in three realms.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMary Guadron (SUNY Empire State College, US)Mara Kaufmann (SUNY Empire State College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
ePortfolios have become dynamic mixed media sites with videos, wikis, blogs, and social networking links. This presentation focuses on the ePortfolio as a productive instrument for use by students and teachers as a collaborative learning-teaching tool that benefits students during the learning process and afterward during their career path.
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Student Services and Learner SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMoon-Heum Cho (Kent State University - Stark, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
The purpose of the study is to develop an online orientation and evaluate its effectiveness. The orientation consists of four modules: 1) nature of online learning, 2) how to use Blackboard, 3) technical requirements, and 4) self-assessment for taking an online course. Formative evaluation shows students' high satisfaction level.
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K-12 Online EducationNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMinnie Ogburn (Florida State College at Jacksonville, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This poster presentation illustrates techniques and strategies for virtual school teachers and parents that promote technology-based activities for the middle grade student. The focus is on providing a blended learning model that includes online, Learning Coach guided, and independent activities for middle school students enrolled in a virtual school.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmPaul Baepler (University of Minnesota, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Students in two separate intermediate-level writing courses created group video projects to translate written concepts into visual compositions. Using Flip video cameras and peer review technology, students produced "digital manifestos" and nature statements. Results showed statistically significant increases in several behavior and attitude measures.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMary Jane Clerkin (Berkeley College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
The use of e-books and e-readers for textbooks has been a "hot topic" in higher education this year.This session will discuss Berkeley College's use of e-books and e-readers in its classes, and some of the successes and challenges that have been met.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmBoria Sax (Mercy College, US)Nancy Pawlyshyn (Mercy College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
E-portfolios offer not only tools with which students can share ideas and work collaboratively, but also means by which that sharing and collaboration can be continued or renewed long after the semester is completed. This presentation looks at their implications for the classroom community in a junior capstone course.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMonica Bolesta (University of Maryland University College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Technology is useful for engaging students in their online studies. Features such as adaptive tutorials, visual multi-media, presentation software (WIMBA), chat rooms and conferencing software are part of a course for incoming MBA students. Students reported that they are most appreciative of technology that promotes self-directed studies and timely feedback.
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Leadership, Values and SocietyNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMelissa DeGeso (PTSD Academy, Inc., US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Global Transitions is a web-based organizational toolkit designed to identify and address the effects of adverse life events on students, especially military and underserved populations. Participants will explore theory, learn how adversity directly impacts critical performance measures and discover pilot processes to improve student success in today's knowledge-based world.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmJudy Oskam (Texas State University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Some faculty avoid teaching online because they don't know how to begin. The idea of never seeing students in person is a mind shift for professors more familiar with teaching in traditional classrooms. Hybrid classes provide faculty with the best of both worlds. This poster presents strategies for course design.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKathleen Bastedo (University of Central Florida, US)Kyle Hickman (University of Central Florida, US)Brent Shaw (University of Central Florida, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This presentation provides attendees with an overview of CourseSites, a free, online course management system allowing you to create courses without purchasing a Course Management System (CMS). The focus is on the development and implementation of ESOL courses for high school classes in Haiti, where funding and resources are limited.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmCarole Le Navenec (University of Calgary, CA)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
For economic and family reasons, undergraduate nursing students who are in campus based programs are increasingly wanting to do at least one of their degree courses online. The purpose of this presentation is to describe the model developed by the author to enhance learner effectiveness and document current challenges.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmSharon Wyly (Full Sail University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Plunder! is a videogame created by a Full Sail University group to improve literacy among students. As students work through this engaging game, they must correct a variety of grammar errors in order to proceed to the next level. This web-based, supplemental tool can function alongside preexisting English composition courses.
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Student Services and Learner SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmHope Kelly (University of Florida, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Examine instructional design principles for a thorough, high-quality orientation experience for students entering an online college program. Utilizing an orientation module from the University of Florida's Department of Agricultural Education and Communication as an example, delve into design considerations for orientation materials for your own program with an analysis form.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmJohn Swindall (Harbinger Group, US)Amit Yakhmi (Harbinger Group, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Cutting edge applications gear up learning interactions for most commonly used mobiles. This session gives an overview of emerging trends in interactivity on mobile. The session also explains various challenges a learning professional can face while developing Mobile Learning and how to overcome them rapidly.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmJennifer McVay-Dyche (Southern Oregon University, US)Kadriye Lewis (Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This non-experimental quantitative study examined relationships between gender, area of practice, and language in sense of community among students in an Online Master's Program. Four independent t-tests and one-way ANOVA were performed to assess gender differences in sense of community. The results suggested no significant relationship between those variables.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMaria Boada (The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
As the research suggests, students who take success courses are more likely to persist. In this presentation, we will demonstrate how AiP Online evaluated their student success course for satisfaction and content relevance. We will also demonstrate revisions made to the course in order to address student needs.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmPeggy Fisher (Ball State University, US)Mathew Fisher (University of St. Francis, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This project intends to present Schutz's (1958, 1984) FIRO theory as one way to foster social presence among students in an online environment. Schutz's theory will be described and suggested as a framework to consider when developing curriculum and improving the social presence among students in an online class.
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Student Services and Learner SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKacie Cleary (Boston University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Online education and efforts to prepare students for lifelong learning have forced educators to reconsider how we address the needs of non-traditional students. This poster will describe an ongoing project that identifies how we can better serve an underrepresented group of students who we have only limited face-to-face access.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKatey Baruth (Post University, US)Mark Fazioli (Post University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
How are mobile devices actually being used by students to learn in higher education? Our survey data reveals where, when, and how students are using mobile devices in their college courses. Our analysis of the data can be used in instructional design choices and strategies for online courses.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmAnat Cohen (Tel Aviv University, IL)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This presentation will demonstrate first, the potential of Moodle to serve as a catalyst for new pedagogical concepts in academic instruction and second, the capability of organizations to develop applications for the open source system, which enables access to the source code, and ability to share with user communities worldwide.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmDarrell Butler (Ball State University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
A survey was administered across 7 university academic departments to evaluate student beliefs about the role of multimedia on learning. The survey showed that student using multimedia had many positive attitudes about multimedia. Learning was examined by course exam test scores. In two courses using multimedia, exam scores were higher.
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Faculty and Professional Development & SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmWendy Gorton (American International School of Chennai, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Join Wendy Gorton, a Google Certified Teacher, international educator, and non-profit educational consultant as she gives you the ins and outs of leveraging online tools to connect non-profit organizations in international development and educational projects.
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Student Services and Learner SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMelissa Venable (OnlineCollege[dot]org, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Students in higher education need to demonstrate their skills and academic achievements to potential employers. In today's job market, students can showcase their work via ePortfolios. The features and functionality offered by blog platforms easily consolidate examples and create a place for recruiters to review them.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmBarbara Berg (Regis University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This project investigated satisfaction with instructor-student interaction with addition of audio-visual feedback in a graduate online nursing course. Twenty-eight students completed online surveys. The anchor question identifying current levels of satisfaction with course interaction revealed significant differences in means and unsolicited emails. Course evaluations indicated appreciation of audio-visual feedback
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmPaul Rosser (Regis University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
The presentation describes the Regis University College for Professional Studies' pilot of a blended delivery format for accelerated (8-week) graduate courses in the General MBA and the MEd in Principal Licensure programs The pilot was funded by a 2009-11 grant from the Sloan-C Localness Initiative.
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Faculty and Professional Development & SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmDianne Nelson (North Georgia College and State University, US)Irene Kokkala (North Georgia College & State University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
By instituting an internal peer review process for online courses, North Georgia College & State University has met the critical need for implementing standards for on-line courses. This poster outlines the process, challenges, and keys for successful peer review of on-line courses using Quality Matters Program Rubric.
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Faculty and Professional Development and SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMark Fazioli (Post University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
The Post U rapid course development model uses a four-stage academic development and design process. Each stage consists of a collaborative roadmap for the creation of engaging courses fostering a partnership between the faculty course developer and the instructional designer.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMaggie Zweiben (Eduventures, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Online pedagogy and student experience represent the day-to-day reality for the online student. Yet these aspects of the online value proposition have proven complex and difficult for schools to articulate. Eduventures' analysis assesses demo courses across 20 online institutions and examines to what extent institutions are differentiating these demonstrations.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKenneth Ott (Valdosta State University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This poster presentation will feature an overview and discussion of simulations and virtual reality (VR) in adult and career educational environments. This presentation will discuss specifically how "Second Life", a simulations program, was integrated into a class and how it was received.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKathy Grams (MCPHS, US)Suzanne Dinsmore (MCPHS, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
At MCPHS, we have found that introducing the concept of writing skills during our face-to-face orientation and offering short small stakes writing assignments in the first semester prepares the student for the more challenging core courses and routine writing tasks.
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Faculty and Professional Development and SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmBetty Lawrence (State University of New York, Empire State College, US)Mary Mawn (State University of New York, Empire State College, US)Michele Ogle (SUNY Empire State College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
SUNY, Empire State College is part of an HP Multiversity group facilitated by Sloan-C. This project consists of faculty development in a blended format with STEM faculty from our institution (including adjuncts) and Saint Petersburg State Polytechnical University. Details and lessons learned will be provided about this project.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmLawrence Flowers (Fayetteville State University, US)James Moore (The Ohio State University, US)Lamont Flowers (Clemson University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
To better understand the impact of virtual laboratories on student learning in online science courses, the purpose of this qualitative study was to assess students' learning experiences with virtual laboratories at a historically Black college and university utilizing phenomenological research methods.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMaja Grgurovic (University of Illinois at Chicago, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
This presentation reports on a case study of a new, blended language learning course in the university setting. Attitudes of instructors and students show benefits and drawbacks of blended instruction. Online activities and technologies that align with the best pedagogical practices of teaching languages communicatively will be demonstrated.
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The Development, Role and Effectiveness of Instructor-Produced Video in the Online Science ClassroomTechnology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmJim Brinson (American Military University, US)Patrick Boggs (Ivy Tech Community College, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Participants will learn methods, tips, and best practices for designing instructional science videos and the measured impact they can have in an online science classroom. Instructional technologists/designers, science educators, and online educators will benefit from this highly interactive presentation aided by charts, demonstrations, tables, graphs, and original video samples.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmFabio Chacon (Bowie State University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Elearning would be analyzed in this article as the first true worldwide and boundary-free system that allows people to share knowledge without geographical frontiers and minimizing cultural differences. Elearning is a Complex Adaptive System characterized by the way it manages energy, information and intelligence.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKathleen Bastedo (University of Central Florida, US)Francisca Yonekura (University of Central Florida, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Presenters will share a multimedia instructional intervention, developed by an instructor, an instructional designer, and a university intern, to teach a difficult concept called source filter theory. Lessons learned and future enhancements to this endeavor that attracted the attention of fellow faculty at other institutions will also be shared.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmKayode Adebowale (Stony Brook University, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
In this study we develop a model for predicting Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) in online learning using scaled items from various survey and prediction instruments. We also identify main, interaction, and mediation effects. To accomplish this goal, we expound upon some research findings.
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Faculty and Professional Development and SupportNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmMyriam Quintana (Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, PR)Monica Arroyo (Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico, PR)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
With funds provided by Hispanic Serving Institutions Title V Program, Pontifical Catholic University of PR has developed a training program for faculty in new technological tools. The faculty's perceptions of methods used in training, including Interest and willingness to adopt the tools to support and supplement instruction will be presented.
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Technology and Emerging Learning EnvironmentsNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmJoseph Zisk (California University of Pennsylvania, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Providing audio and visual feedback is an effective way to communicate with students. Audio/video comments can be used to introduce assignments, give feedback on assignments, and make general statements to the class. Using free audio/video software, instructors can develop video files that address various learning styles.
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Learning EffectivenessNovember 10, 2011 - 4:30pmTracy Fairless (University of Central Oklahoma, US)Southern Hemisphere I-IIIPoster Session
Why wait in a two-hour line for a sixty-second ride? Walt Disney World must be doing something right! There is much to learn from Disney's total immersion, attention to detail, park navigation, security, and optional FASTPASS. Explore Disney's approach to engaging students in captivating eLearning content through imagination and innovation.
