Developing Guidelines for effective online classes in f2f, blended and distance education: Rationale, Process and Outcomes.

Types of classesF2F                          Blended               Distance/Online

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How do they compare ?  (Brainstorm)

Why Learning Design?• The environment in which we are now

immersed has changed dramatically. The world has become networked and connected.

• Technology driving pedagogy is a concern. 

• Process (Design) is more important than content.

• Change from content to activity

 Design  from the learner's perspective?  (Brainstorm)

Critique real online courses

O  T  A  R  A

ObjectivesThemesActivitiesResourcesAssessment

Objectives 1

Themes4

Activities3

Resources5

Assessment 2

The objectiveor learninggoal mayalready beestablished inthe topic / unitdescriptor orbe an elementfrom a unit or achievementstandard

Identify theevidence that isneeded to showthat studentshave achievedthe specifiedoutcomes.The assessmentis derived fromthe objectives.May also beidentified as theperformancecriteria of a unitstandard.

What thelearners needto DO to bridgethe gapbetweenobjectives andassessment.May include•Discussion• Reading notes• Journalling• Quizzes• Projects• Web searches• Case studies• Scenarios• Role play

O T A R A

Scaffolding toprovide clearexpectationsand instructionsthat will guidelearnersthrough theunit of work.Themes linkand explainresources, andfill any gapsthat may notbe covered byresourcesavailableelsewhere.

What learners need to build skills, knowledge andunderstandingto complete theactivities   and assessments.Subject supportmay include• library• Internet• classroom• Peers• TeacherOther supportmay include• Learning skills• Pastoral care

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Course Name:  Woo your partner.

Objective: Student will be able to make and present a romantic dinner for their partner.Delivery Mode: f2f & online (blended)

Evidence:Need for romantic dinner is explained.Meal takes place.Environmental conditions required for a romantic dinner are explained and established.Partner experiences favourable emotions as a result of the 'dinner experience'.

Course Name:  Cellphone 101

Objective: Student will demonstrate ability to use a cellphone appropriately.Delivery Mode: f2f & online Evidence:• Awareness of cost/charges

demonstrated• Awareness of health and

safety issues demonstrated • Issues around inappropriate use (e.g. txt bullying, use while

driving, use in school/workplace explained • Cellphone use is demonstrated for voice and txt messaging.• 2 features of advanced cellphone use (e.g. calendaring, Web

browsing) are demonstrated and the advantages and disadvantages of cellphone use for these applications are explained http://www.flickr.com/photos/spitzgogo/286917522/ by  Spitzgogo_CHEN (Nokia 6230i)

Course Name:Fix that puncture

Objective:The student will be able to fix a puncture for a bicycle tyre.

Delivery Mode:F2f and online (blended)

Evidence:• Student identifies and

uses the correct tools.• Tyre tube is extracted.• An efficient method to find

the puncture/s in the tube is used

• The puncture site is prepped and is sealed using the correct size patch and glue.

• The tube is refitted, and the tyre is pumped up.

• The tyre remains inflated• Happy cycling.

1. E-learning can manifest itself in four different ways:

o Individualized self-paced e-learning online,o Individualized self-paced e-learning offline,o Group-based e-learning synchronously ando Group-based e-learning asynchronously.

2. E-learning may also comprise combinations of the foregoing types of activities.

Conclusion - Points to remember

"E-Learning - A guidebook of Principles, Procedures and Practices", Som Naidu

3.    The critical attributes of e-learning include        flexibility of time, place and pace of study.

4.    E-learning affords opportunities to design       learning environments that are authentic, situated        in the learning context, and also problem- based in order to provide students with “learning by doing” experiences.

"E-Learning - A guidebook of Principles, Procedures and Practices", Som Naidu

References

Online Learning Design For Dummies: Professional Development Strategies For Beginning Online DesignersRon Oliver, Edith Cowan University, 2 Bradford St, Mt Lawley 6050, Western Australia.Jan Herrington,Edith Cowan University, 2 Bradford St, Mt Lawley 6050, Western Australia.Owen, H. (2008). Collaborating by Design. Paper presented at the EFest 2008 conference. Auckland, NZ.