recommendations for best practice. best practice this section will present an analysis of the...
TRANSCRIPT
Best Practice
This section will present an analysis of the literature in the following categories: Organization of e-learning material Integration of multimedia technology Interactivity and Socialization Training for Educators and Instructional
Designers
Organization of E-learning Material
Establish standardized terminology or e-nomenclature: Without a common language, communications
will continue to be an issue With a common language comes a shared
understanding which promotes acceptance, commitment, and ownership for e-learning
Organization of E-learning Material
Establishing a technology management framework for e-learning applications Without an integrated approach, there is a
concern that the ‘technology process’ will drive e-learning and not the ‘instruction design process’
It is important that organizations have the right technology for their needs and the technology is appropriately integrated into a learner-centered environment
Organization of E-learning Material
Develop knowledge sharing strategies: Opportunities for the learner to physically
connect with learning material and resources Dedicated time, space, and computers Supported in the workplace to attend e-learning
while working
Organization of E-learning Material
Opportunities for the learner to cognitively connect with the learning material and resources
Ensure the e-learning is user friendly Ensure the e-learning apply consistent look and feel with
easy to use online support and help features Ensure the learner has the necessary pre-requisite skills
to navigate the technology easily Preventing cognitive overload and increase ability to
concentrate on the learning content ‘Cafeteria-style’ training plan in which choices are
available for the learner that match their learning styles and preferences
Organization of E-learning Material
Develop knowledge sharing strategies: Opportunities for the learner to socially connect with the
learning material and resources: Within e-learning environment
Synchronous, discussion boards, e-mail, chat lines, etc Outside the e-learning environment
Informal communication and sharing Blended learning environment
E-learning combined with classroom, labs, or actual experience Combined with synchronous and asynchronous allows for learning
to be spread over a greater period of time and to reduce learner overload
Best Practice
Organization of e-learning material Integration of multimedia technology Interactivity and Socialization Training for Educators and Instructional
Designers
Integration of multimedia technology
Multimedia Principle Contiguity Principle Modality Principle Personalization Principle
Integration of multimedia technology
Opportunities for the learner to cognitively connect with the learning material and resources: Ensure a variety of learning styles are
addressed Technology or medium used is matched to the
learning material Technology is readily available and not
overpowering the learning
Integration of multimedia technology
Opportunities for the learner to socially connect with the learning material and resources: Create e-learning environment in which learners feel
connected to the class, educator, and the program Forming small working groups Educators presence is evident through discussions
groups, providing timely feedback, etc
Best Practice
Organization of e-learning material Integration of multimedia technology Interactivity and Socialization Training for Educators and Instructional
Designers
Interactivity and Socialization
Interactivity refers to the ability of the learner to use e-learning material to broaden their knowledge of new information and to correct misunderstanding of material they have already learned. Building experiential learning opportunities into the e-
learning design is an effective way for learners to practice essential skills and helps with transfer of the knowledge and skills into the workplace
Interactivity and Socialization
Socialization opportunities with the educator and other learners is an important concept to include: Designing factors that will help motivate
learners to engage in e-learning Providing opportunity for learners to determine
their learning styles and to use this in selecting from a variety of learning options that best suit their unique needs
Best Practice
Organization of e-learning material Integration of multimedia technology Interactivity and Socialization Training for Educators and Instructional
Designers
Training for Educators and Instructional Designers
Training for educators is an important piece to: Aid in the transition from a instructor-centered
style to a learner-centered style Provide the knowledge and skills necessary to
build e-learning courses Train in the delivery of online learning
Training for Educators and Instructional Designers
Educators will need to be skilled in: Computer skills to access the online system Navigational skills within the e-learning system Authoring skills to develop e-learning content
Ability to write well Provides unambiguous directions for learners Personalized, relaxed learning environments
Instructional Design skills integrating the concepts specific to e-learning
Evaluation skills to be able to effective design and administer appropriate tools to evaluate e-learning at various levels such as:
Program Learner Organization
Training for Educators and Instructional Designers
While evidence suggests that the quality of online teaching is a determinant of achievement in e-learning, learner achievement is higher when the educator has received 10 or more hours of training how to facilitate e-learning instruction and design.
(Schweizer, 2004)
In Summary of Best Practices
It is evident that learning can occur with: the right technology, integrated in a supportive
learning environment Careful analysis, design, development,
implementation and evaluation at the program and organizational level
Integrating theories of teaching and learning, cognitive and social learning theories, and instructional design has had a great impact on the success of e-learning