creating a comprehensive global community of practice inga keithly [email protected]
TRANSCRIPT
Overview
Introduction Questions Background Learning Theory Networked Learning Environment (NLE)
Bb Community System Conclusions & Future Research
Introduction
Interested in expanding your professional development efforts through the use of an online community? Join this roundtable to discuss effective ways to take part in a network of professionals focused on improving the delivery of education. Learn how the Blackboard Academic Suite helps teachers stay accountable to the teaching profession.
Session Focus: Blackboard Academic Suite, Blackboard Community System
Questions
What are best practices in forming online communities?
How can an online learning community extend your professional
development?
Background - Technology
Global electronic networks Web-based community of learners Impact of culture and community
Background - Culture
Culture– Attitudes, values, history
Digital culture– native versus immigrant
Internet and Culture
Interactive Two-way discussion Intercultural Communication Problems
– Common language– Understanding of global culture
Internet as Community
Supports interaction Without distractions of physical presence
Overcomes limitations of time and geography
Global community
Social Learning and Cognition
Social Interaction (Vygotsky, 1978)– Social interaction and context play fundamental role in internal cognitive structures (ZPD)
Cognitive presence (Garrison,2001)– Critical thinking– Critical discourse
Social Learning Theory (Bandura, 1986)– Social cognitive theory– Self efficacy
The Networked Learning Environment
A Networked Learning Environment (NLE) enables any student or teacher to step beyond traditional courses to a more expansive online learning experience.
NLE- Educator View
Institutions
Instructor
DisciplinesConsortia
Global
Building Online Communities with Blackboard Community System Support the individual
– Welcome message– Technical support
Create a warm, inviting setting Encourage peer-peer relationships Share background, interests Post biographies Organize collaborative groups
Global Perspective
Conclusion & Future Research
Examine why and how events occur Research cultural characteristics, motivation
Design to retain national traditions Explore new ways to use technologies
Once Blackboard 7.0 is in place, examine the interaction between teachers of different cultures, ethnicities and nationalities.
Notes on the presenter
Inga Keithly, a doctoral candidate at San Diego State University in Educational Technology, is currently on sabbatical to develop her skills as a learning consultant. Her recent relocation to Boston has given her academic relationships at Harvard and MIT, and enabled her to continue researching best practices in collaboration and how educational technology can assist underserved communities. Notable highlights in her teaching career are national certification from NBPTS and teacher of the year at her local high school in Hawaii.