Discuss the experiences with this quest and the process of recording a session. Was the task easy? Challenging? Did the process present problems? Document the responses and general reflections on synchronous learning and the recorded session in your blog.
When I first started at GaVS years ago we did use another synchronous delivery system (Elluminate Live!). Because that was the first system I used as an instructor, it quickly became my norm. So when we were introduced to Adobe Connect not too long ago, it seemed like it was going to be a major change for me. To be honest I was a little intimated by the ease in Jeff's tutorials because it seemed too easy to use! When we really started to use the system at GaVS I was taking a semester off to focus on family. When I returned I felt inadequate in my knowledge to run a session as I did with Elluminate. But the more I used the system and really just created meeting times so I could go in a play around with the functions, I felt very comfortable with the delivery. I can switch applications and sharing abilities. I have yet to try to incorporate a video or music as hosts of our faculty meetings do. But I still feel I can run a decent session where my students are active in discussion and benefit. Here is a link to a session I hosted on 11/4/14.
http://gavirtualschool.adobeconnect.com/p94n8yry5u5/
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
E. Mitchell's Navigate 2.1.1 – Delivery Methods and the Synchronous Vendor Market Quest
Compose a blog post regarding the available options in the synchronous delivery market for learning.
The appeal in taking an online class is the ability to complete the coursework on one's own time schedule. Students as well as teachers do not have to make a commitment to be on the computer at the same time in order to assign work and grade. However, with online learning communication is key. And just having the opportunity to be able to speak with the teacher and be able to have him/her provide notes/videos/practice problems directly to the student does alleviate some confusion online students experience.
There are many options available for synchronous delivery. An organization, school or business, must decide on one though that can functionally cater to the size of the group as well as provide the necessary tools to enhance the synchronous experience. Through research I have learned about a couple different systems: Adobe Connect, Elluminate Live!, WebEx Training, Microsoft Live, GoToMeeting, Interwise Connect, D2L, LearnLinc, and Second Life. (file:///C:/Users/e200511093/Downloads/sls_abstract_625%20(2).pdf)
With my experience at GaVS, I am familiar first-hand with D2L, Adobe Connect, and Elluminate Live!. I decided to further investigate the appeal of other synchronous delivery options.
LearnLinc: This one seems to be geared more to the corporate (i.e. specifically medical) learning experience. It does have similar functions to Adobe such as audio conferencing, the ability to talk or be "on air" (though only one can speak at a time), hand raising ability, text message--both private and public. Additionally it does provide the user with a network bandwith monitor. By the appearance of the system, it is not as aesthetically pleasing as Adobe Connect. (http://learnlinc.com/)
Interwise Connect: This is provide by AT&T business so it is catering to a specific audience. The appeal is that it enables "mobile collaboration" so connectivity should not be an issue. On the go once can schedule business meetings and easily desktop share applications like Outlook. In addition, there is always an available meeting room that a simple email with the link to the room is enough to set up a collaborative meeting. (http://www.business.att.com/enterprise/Family/unified-communications/business-collaboration-services/)
The appeal in taking an online class is the ability to complete the coursework on one's own time schedule. Students as well as teachers do not have to make a commitment to be on the computer at the same time in order to assign work and grade. However, with online learning communication is key. And just having the opportunity to be able to speak with the teacher and be able to have him/her provide notes/videos/practice problems directly to the student does alleviate some confusion online students experience.
There are many options available for synchronous delivery. An organization, school or business, must decide on one though that can functionally cater to the size of the group as well as provide the necessary tools to enhance the synchronous experience. Through research I have learned about a couple different systems: Adobe Connect, Elluminate Live!, WebEx Training, Microsoft Live, GoToMeeting, Interwise Connect, D2L, LearnLinc, and Second Life. (file:///C:/Users/e200511093/Downloads/sls_abstract_625%20(2).pdf)
With my experience at GaVS, I am familiar first-hand with D2L, Adobe Connect, and Elluminate Live!. I decided to further investigate the appeal of other synchronous delivery options.
LearnLinc: This one seems to be geared more to the corporate (i.e. specifically medical) learning experience. It does have similar functions to Adobe such as audio conferencing, the ability to talk or be "on air" (though only one can speak at a time), hand raising ability, text message--both private and public. Additionally it does provide the user with a network bandwith monitor. By the appearance of the system, it is not as aesthetically pleasing as Adobe Connect. (http://learnlinc.com/)
Interwise Connect: This is provide by AT&T business so it is catering to a specific audience. The appeal is that it enables "mobile collaboration" so connectivity should not be an issue. On the go once can schedule business meetings and easily desktop share applications like Outlook. In addition, there is always an available meeting room that a simple email with the link to the room is enough to set up a collaborative meeting. (http://www.business.att.com/enterprise/Family/unified-communications/business-collaboration-services/)
Monday, November 3, 2014
E. Mitchell's Navigate 1.3.1 – Discussing the LMS and CMS Quest
When would one need a full blown LMS?
As discussed in the introduction of LMS', deciding on an LMS directly depends on an organizations needs. LMS' can be used for educational purposed for the classroom or at the business level for professional development. In the article Dr. Don McIntosh’s Vendors of Learning Management and E-learning Products it is addressed that selecting the right LMS should take time because it can change the entire culture of one's organization. With so many functions provided by the right LMS, a school system, business, or organization may offer opportunities it once thought was not possible. Needs of the organization/school/business need to be outlined first and then explore the various LMS' offered to find the one that can serve needs the most.
Discuss the perceived differences in the industry between LMS and CMS in your blog.
The perceived differences in the industry really go back to function and purpose. Though it was stated an LMS and CMS can overlap, it appears that the CMS is more limited in scope. I gather the CMS to be the hub for the LMS; it contains the crucial information to enable management of users and LOR (learning repository). The LMS is vast; it offers an array of functions to enhance the online experience--content delivery (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Learning_management_system#LMS_and_CMS_compared). The LMS is more geared to the delivery of information while the CMS is more for the administrative functions.
As discussed in the introduction of LMS', deciding on an LMS directly depends on an organizations needs. LMS' can be used for educational purposed for the classroom or at the business level for professional development. In the article Dr. Don McIntosh’s Vendors of Learning Management and E-learning Products it is addressed that selecting the right LMS should take time because it can change the entire culture of one's organization. With so many functions provided by the right LMS, a school system, business, or organization may offer opportunities it once thought was not possible. Needs of the organization/school/business need to be outlined first and then explore the various LMS' offered to find the one that can serve needs the most.
Discuss the perceived differences in the industry between LMS and CMS in your blog.
The perceived differences in the industry really go back to function and purpose. Though it was stated an LMS and CMS can overlap, it appears that the CMS is more limited in scope. I gather the CMS to be the hub for the LMS; it contains the crucial information to enable management of users and LOR (learning repository). The LMS is vast; it offers an array of functions to enhance the online experience--content delivery (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Learning_management_system#LMS_and_CMS_compared). The LMS is more geared to the delivery of information while the CMS is more for the administrative functions.
E. Mitchell's Navigate 1.2.1 – Describe Roles and Functions in Online Learning Environments Quest
The manner in which an online classroom is constructed is a little more complicated then the surface would appear. As with a traditional setting there are divisions in the information passed from invested members of a student's performance. What the teachers can access differs from the parents and students which of course differs from admin. However there are some common pieces of information shared such as student performance in a course as well as attendance records crucial for all parties to be knowledgeable about.
The SIS platform helps provide information about the student--demographic, school system, contact information---pretty much anything that will help ensure the online student can be contacted in multiple ways. Additionally the guardian information is available to also ensure open lines of communication for student success.
The LMS platform is more geared for the delivery and assessment of knowledge gained by the student. It enables a teacher to provide content in the form of lectures, ppts, shared links as well as provide assessment opportunities (in multiple forms) to evaluate the level of student learning.
I have had the opportunity to work as a content developer for the AP Psychology course and also did some content review so I am familiar with D2L packaging.
The SIS platform helps provide information about the student--demographic, school system, contact information---pretty much anything that will help ensure the online student can be contacted in multiple ways. Additionally the guardian information is available to also ensure open lines of communication for student success.
The LMS platform is more geared for the delivery and assessment of knowledge gained by the student. It enables a teacher to provide content in the form of lectures, ppts, shared links as well as provide assessment opportunities (in multiple forms) to evaluate the level of student learning.
I have had the opportunity to work as a content developer for the AP Psychology course and also did some content review so I am familiar with D2L packaging.
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