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E-learning for Educators
EDUC 760 3 semester hours graduate credit
Instructors: Dennis O'Connor and Sara Turansky
Description: You will explore online and blended applications for e-learning using an open source application, Moodle, and the D2L learning management system. Activities include hands-on experience with Web 2.0 tools such as blogs, wikis and podcasts as well as search tools, surveys, quizzes, and discussion systems. The emphasis is on what you can use right now in your teaching or training.
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NOTE: This is one of the required courses for individuals pursuing the Graduate Certificate in E-Learning and Online Teaching and is also open as an individual course to students seeking professional development.
The course is for both experienced educators and trainers and newcomers interested in designing online and hybrid courses, converting courses from interactive television systems to Web-based delivery, or using Web-based components to enhance face-to-face instruction.
Participants may include instructors from advanced placement high school courses, technical schools, virtual high schools, community colleges, university online programs, as well as trainers in continuing education, business, government, health care, professional associations, and nonprofit organizations.
You will have hands on experience creating online course content. These experiences will enhance any existing web-based materials or course management tools you are already using.
Activities will be differentiated, and you may explore ideas that appeal to your interests and course development needs.
Because this class is asynchronous and open to you 24/7, you may participate from your home or work computer during hours that are best for your work and family schedule. Advanced computer or programming skills are not required. Learners with a basic understanding of Internet browsing, email, and word processing will be able to integrate online instruction into their professional practice. Instruction will be differentiated to accommodate learners with varying levels of technical knowledge.
The class is highly interactive with a significant discussion component. All projects/assignments will be submitted via e-mail or presented via the WWW. Instructor/peer comments will be available through discussion groups or sent by e-mail. This class is a valuable first step for those interested in exploring a career as an online teacher/facilitator.
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The demand for online education is growing as teachers discover that Web-based courses offer a convenient alternative when pursuing educational and career advancement goals.
Note:The School of Education reserves the right to cancel classes that do not meet minimum enrollment requirements.
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Email: Joan Vandervelde
Online Professional Development Program Coordinator
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Telephone: (715) 642-0209
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