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Tools of the Trade: Communication
Tools of the Trade: Communication
CECS 5030: Introduction to the InternetDr. Cathleen Norris and Jennifer Smolka
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Essential Questions
What tools do I need to be familiar with to communicate on the Internet?
How are these tools different? How are they similar? Which tool do I choose for a
particular task?
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Objectives
Make decisions regarding the selection, acquisition, and use of software related to web mastering – considering quality, efficiency, appropriateness, & effectiveness.
Use technology tools to develop a knowledge base with a broad perspective for creating and modifying solutions to WWW mastering problems.
Communicate using email, chat, and other conferencing tools.
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Tool for Communication
Email (one to one) Mailing Lists (group) Chat Discussion Boards Asynchronous Voice Video Conferencing
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Email:Typical Classroom Uses
Collaboration for class projects between students.
Communication with parents. Communication with experts,
scientists, or educators.
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Email Uses: Expanding the Box
Send students instructions for a project.
Have students submit journals. Mail a progressive story between
students. Send answers to a test’s discussion
question.
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Email Uses: Expanding the Box
Students can communicate with you when they are at home.
Give and take a quiz. Debrief a learning activity.
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Email: Concerns
Safety – primary concern Control - responsibility Protect email address
(hosting and mailing lists)
Email Etiquette Emphasize
Acceptable Use Policy
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Email: Where to Get Started
Key Pals are like email Pen Pals. Exchanges will run more smoothly if
there is a curricular focus. The sites mentioned will assist in
connecting your classroom and are linked on the resources page.
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Mailing Lists: Nuts and Bolts
Free discussion forum. Similar interests. Ask questions and share
information.
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Mailing Lists: Nuts and Bolts
Topic is called a ‘thread’. Individual responses is ‘posting’. Postings are either in a central
location or emailed to members. Usually moderated by an
administrator.
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Mailing Lists
A vast number of mailing lists exist on any topic. Many are related to education and specific teaching areas.
The lists mentioned in the video along with many others are listed in the resources.
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Chats
To chat, students must be available at the same time.
Almost real time response. Some keep a transcript for latter
analysis. The educational chat locations
mentioned in the video are linked from the resources page.
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Chat Rooms: Use Caution
CAUTION – Safety. Individuals may hide identity and/or
purpose. Controlled access. Monitored conversations – etiquette. Advertising – appropriate for
students? Read fine print on membership
contracts – legal responsibility.
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Discussion Boards
Asynchronous Students have opportunity to review
tread before responding. Provides time to think about writing.
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Discussion Boards
Sources Blackboard Lotus Notes FrontPage generated
Ask your web manager
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Asynchronous Voice
Voice message boards Can be used for
Foreign language learning Discussions with experts
Voice boards mentioned in thevideo are linked fromthe resources page.
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Video Conferencing: Types
Desktop Units (ProShare, CUSeeMe) Ideal for person to person or small group
connections.
Portable Units (Vtel, Tanberg) Ideal for classroom integration.
Conferencing Rooms Room allocation, usually contains
additional equipment – projectors, etc.
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Video Conferencing: Connections
Person to Person Mentoring Tutoring Cross age teaching Teacher preparation for classroom
activity Classroom to Remote Site Classroom to Classroom Multipoint Connections
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Video Conferencing: Connections
Person to Person Classroom to Remote Site
Virtual field trips Interviews with experts Guest speaker
Classroom to Classroom Multipoint Connections
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Video Conferencing: Connections
Person to Person Classroom to Remote Site Classroom to Classroom
Project collaboration Cultural sharing Special presentation Teacher sharing
Multipoint Connections
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Video Conferencing: Connections
Person to Person Classroom to Remote Site Classroom to Classroom. Multipoint Connections
Staff development Multi-classroom project collaboration Teacher sharing
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Video Conferencing: Tips
Purpose Expand learning opportunity Make sure students are aware of the
curricular objectives
Plan ahead Prepare Behavior
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Video Conferencing: Tips
Purpose Plan ahead
Make connections Preplan with the other end Send questions and names of students
Prepare Behavior
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Video Conferencing: Tips
Purpose Plan ahead Prepare
Familiarize yourself with equipment Make a test call Have many phone numbers nearby
Behavior
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Video Conferencing: Tips
Purpose Plan ahead Prepare Behavior
Have clear expectations Discuss classroom etiquette Students should practice with
equipment and seating before call Especially with room units
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Video Conferencing: Opportunities
Virtual Field Trips – museum, zoo, and etc.
Expert – author, scientist, and etc. Career Investigation Conference –
professionals Collaborate with another teacher Audience for presentations
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CMC Advantages
Place independence Time Independence Speed of response Number of responses Student participation
CMC = computer mediated communication
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CMC Potential Problems
Student Behavior Lost “Connectedness” Skills
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Reference
Grabe, M. & Grabe, C., (2000). Integrating the Internet for Meaningful Learning. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.
CreditsCredits
The Technology Leadership Institute (TLI) is funded by the United States Department of Education's Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to use Technology (PT3) Program (Catalyst grant - P342A990323).
The Technology Leadership Institute (TLI) is funded by the United States Department of Education's Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to use Technology (PT3) Program (Catalyst grant - P342A990323).
The Technology Applications Certifications Program is funded in part by the Technology Infrastructure Fund.
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