Environments for Teachers and Students

GaETC 2011

Dr. Julia S. FullerInstructional Technology SpecialistOconee County Schools

Connected Learning

Session Description

Connected Learning Environments for Teachers and Students   Julia Fuller, Oconee County Schools Salon 6 , Thursday 8:00 - 9:00 AM, Capacity: 400 

Get Connected with Web-based Learning!!! In light of the ED.gov "Connected Online Communities of Practice" project and the "Evidence-Based Practices in Online Learning Meta-Analysis" report, use of distance and blended methods for teacher professional development and K-12 instruction is on the horizon. In this session participants will consider blended and online learning models and research-based distance learning strategies for creating an effective learning environment. Come prepared with ideas for designing and developing your online or blended learning course during this session using FREE Wikispaces web-based software! 

STRAND: Communication and Collaboration AUDIENCE: Instructional PK-12 TYPE: B.Y.O.T. 

Session Objectives

Analyze research and technologies regarding distance and blended programs for students and educators.

Evaluate current programs.Create a plan and get started on a

Wikispace for implementation.

Register

Session Materials

http://connectedlearningenvironments.wikispaces

.com

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What is Connected Learning?

Conceptual Framework

Replacement

Enhancement

Delivery Modes

Synchronous or

Asynchronous

Learning Experiences

Expository Instruction

Active Learning

Interactive Learning

Theory of Transactional Distance

Dialog

ue

Structure

Learner Autonomy

Theory of Transactional Distance

(Moore, 2006)

Facilitating Dialogue

Creating Structure

Emerging Proficient Exemplary

Initial post not present, does not address the question, or inadequately addresses the question. No replies present or reply does not move the discussion forward by provoking critical thinking.

Initial post adequately addresses the question. Posts a reply to one other person with an elaboration or alternative view. Replies to one person who replied to their original post in a manner that helps move the discussion forward by provoking critical thinking. This post provides an explanation of how the second message was helpful in increasing understanding of the topic.

Initial post adequately addresses the instructor's question and provides thought-provoking comments and/or questions that move the discussion forward. Replies to one other person with an elaboration or alternative view including a question that moves the discussion forward. Replies to every person who replied to their original post in a manner that helps move the discussion forward by provoking critical thinking. This post provides an explanation of how the second message was helpful in increasing understanding of the topic and builds a further substantive comment.

Asynchronous Discussion

Forum Rubric

Bloom’s Taxonomy

Selecting Instructional Media

Design and Development

Connected Learning

Research-based

Instructional Strategies

StandardsTechnology-

Based Research

Instructional Systems

Design

How Oconee is Getting Started

Online PLU Hours

Evaluating Current Programs

Present Future

Create a Wikispace

http://connectedlearningenvironments.wikispaces

.com