So, our question for this week:
What small change might I make
to my project to increase creativity/innovation? Is that an important
enough goal to attend to in this lesson, or is it best saved for another
opportunity?
In light of the constraints (as far as actually teaching my lesson goes), I decided to change my project topic this weekend. And, I appreciate the leniency and flexibility given to us to choose our topics and modify them as needed. I know that this means I have to go back and change all of my web examples, etc... Oh well.
In light of the constraints (as far as actually teaching my lesson goes), I decided to change my project topic this weekend. And, I appreciate the leniency and flexibility given to us to choose our topics and modify them as needed. I know that this means I have to go back and change all of my web examples, etc... Oh well.
I have decided to change my topic to choosing a web 2.0 tool(s) to use in a fully online course. I have to introduce the faculty members in my course to a wide array of web 2.0 tools, let them evaluate their courses under development (looking for ways to include tools that foster student engagement), and choose how to integrate those tools into their course. Their final step would be the actual development- create an HTML page or PDF and upload it to GVV in the course's modules.
I guess you could say that I have modified my original course plan to include more opportunities for creativity or innovation. I hope it works out for the best.
Also, this is such an important aspect of the course development process (for online higher education). The market demands high quality courses that meet the needs of 21st Century Learners. First of all, I think KSU is actually way ahead of even UGA in ensuring quality in online courses through our Quality Matters certification program. I've taken a couple of courses at UGA that were horrendously design and facilitated. One of the major aspects of QM is fostering a sense of community with the students and developing strategies to engage them in the online environment. Web 2.0 tools play a major roles in that.... So, with the changes I've made to my project, I hope I am able to increase creativity and innovation.
I guess you could say that I have modified my original course plan to include more opportunities for creativity or innovation. I hope it works out for the best.
Also, this is such an important aspect of the course development process (for online higher education). The market demands high quality courses that meet the needs of 21st Century Learners. First of all, I think KSU is actually way ahead of even UGA in ensuring quality in online courses through our Quality Matters certification program. I've taken a couple of courses at UGA that were horrendously design and facilitated. One of the major aspects of QM is fostering a sense of community with the students and developing strategies to engage them in the online environment. Web 2.0 tools play a major roles in that.... So, with the changes I've made to my project, I hope I am able to increase creativity and innovation.
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ReplyDeleteI look forward to seeing it. There are so many web 2.0 tools out there, but remembering them when you need them, or finding them when you know they would suit a lesson, those things certanly hinder effective use. Having many web 2.0 examples in one place, that are easy to access and use, would be ideal. How great it would be if there were more knowledgable computer people on a staff. Teachers need things that are easy and accessable and one-to-three clicks away. When you say you teach faculty, is it the KSU online learning faculty? Did they sign on for the opportunity to teach online, or were they told they would be teaching online?
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It is always a exciting to read your posts and gain insight from your knowledge. I admire your desire to change your project to ensure that creativity and innovation are increased for your audience. I agree that Web 2.0 tools play an important role in engaging students. I look forward to seeing your final project.
ReplyDeleteJordan, it is great to see that you allow more room for creativity and innovation in your project. I agree with you in that Web 2.0 has a greater potential to engage learners in their learning environment. I am looking forward to seeing your complete project!
ReplyDeleteI would love to take this class with you! One of my favorite parts of the class we're taking right now with Dr. Kim is the Cool Tool presentations. I have a log of all the things i want to look into more...when I have some free time. (Free time? What's that?) Angie hit the nail on the head when she said that teachers need things that are 1 to 3 clicks away. My planning time is very limited, so I am always on the lookout for something simple and easy that will serve my students' needs.
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