The last section of your textbook discusses the concepts of distributed learning, reusability, rich media and the future of instructional design. Focus on the following for your post:
From Chapter 28 locate 5 examples of distributed learning. You may pick and choose from the following list.
Corporate distributed learning
Walmart has a program that allows employees to advance their career by mastering levels of competency for various positions. With continued learning you can advance to become a customer service manager which is a stepping stone to upper level management. This company used to provide these classes via paper testing. Currently they have an online program that employees can access from anywhere to improve their competency to qualify for higher level positions.
Academic distributed learning
Southwestern Adventist University is a program that began as a brick and mortar institution until recently around 2002 they began a program called Desire2Learn incorporating classes online and offering distance learning. Through distance learning was something that was in place at one time however it was not electronic. Conversion to this new dimension of learning has increased their enrollment.
Distributed learning based at physical locations
Evolution Academy Charter School
The mission of the EACS is to enable its students to achieve academic, social and career success. This supportive school community identifies, encourages and develops students' interests and abilities while, acknowledging and respecting each student's personal and cultural identity. This location is a physical location but however provides online assisted learning for high school dropouts. Students can actually get their diplomas early by about a year and a half.
For-profit distributed learning
Art Institute of Atlanta
The Art Institute of Atlanta was founded in 1949 as Massey Business College, with diploma programs in basic business and secretarial skills. The school added liberal arts, fashion, and interior design during the next two decades. After becoming The Art Institute of Atlanta in 1975, the college shifted its focus to a creative applied arts curriculum
Free distributed learning
Project Gutenberg
Is an organization where you can download over 33,000 free ebooks to read on your PC, iPad, Kindle, Sony Reader, iPhone, Android or other portable device. They carry high quality ebooks and the ebooks were previously published by publishers and digitized by the company with the help of thousands of volunteers. All ebooks can be freely downloaded.
Chapter 29 discusses the concept of reusability. Think back over the courses you've had over your educational career and identify one with poor reusability characteristics. Explain how the course could be redesigned to improve reusability without changing the underlying content.
I took an online course where submission requirements changed each week. This was crazy I was constantly having to relearn a new process for submitting an assignment. I would have to go to various websites different ones sometimes creating a new login! How crazy. I was very frustrated. Luckily it was not a course at Commerce. However I would have benefited more if the process was designed with a template specific or a reusable portal so that I could submit the same way each week. I hope they have revised since then which would have been around 1998
Chapter 30 takes a look at using rich media. Find or create a visual for instruction describing its surface and functional features.
Flash Media Quiz
This rich media example is a quiz designed to test trivial knowledge. I think this would be a great learning tool for students and teachers to use for re-teaching prior learned concepts.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQStdKsLGuM&feature=related
Chapter 31 discusses the future of instructional technologies in the near future from metadata to nanotechnology. Describe how nanotechnology could be used to improve a specific job or task you are familiar with.
The basic function that most people are used to is word processing. Imagine if nanotechnology could possibly affect the way we send information back and forth? This video attached is a breakthrough in that direction by actually being able to read the brain’s thoughts.
And finally! Chapter 32 provides two points of view on the direction of the field - the straight and narrow road and the broad and inclusive road. Which point of view do you agree with and why?
I think it is necessary to have a broadened sense of technology. How can we not allow the most life changing development not to influence areas for which the basics of thinking and knowledge have been built? Looking at blogs as an example has given people who may have never had a voice to have a significant impact on society. I do however think we must be careful with how we govern such power. Although I think it is something that we are not going to be able to control, police is a possibility, but not control. The borders have already been compromised I think learning to live within these borders is survival at this point.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Section 6 of your textbook focuses on how to get a job in the profession of instructional design. These rules can also apply to educational technology as well since the two are so intertwined.
Chapter 24 takes a look at lessons learned from the chapter's author for obtaining a position in instructional design. Take a look at a few of the sources provided for job openings from lesson 1 and search for at least 3 positions that are of interest to you. Describe the general nature of the positions and list the skills required for the job. Do you have these skills?
Nelson Croom is currently recruiting for an Online Learning Developer. The successful candidate will work with content to create engaging online learning across a wide range of subject areas. They will rewrite, structure and edit elearning content under the supervision of the Development Manager, and build courses using our proprietary course creation system, Imago. They will also assist in the creation of static and interactive graphics for our courses. For more information about this post please visit http://www.nelsoncroom.co.uk/jobs.htm
This position is looking for somewhere who may not necessarily need someone to have a whole lot of programming background but more capapbilities to design instruction.
Freelance Opportunities
The Training Foundation are the UK's leading providers of training in e-learning and blended learning skills. The TAP Learning System includes the Certificate in Blended Learning, Certificates in e-Learning Facilitation, Design and Implementation and a Diploma in e-Learning. Note that the Training Foundation provides a 10% discount for eLN members on any of these courses. The discount can be applied to single courses only and can not be used in conjunction with any other promotion.
The Training Foundation are the UK's leading providers of training in e-learning and blended learning skills. The TAP Learning System includes the Certificate in Blended Learning, Certificates in e-Learning Facilitation, Design and Implementation and a Diploma in e-Learning. Note that the Training Foundation provides a 10% discount for eLN members on any of these courses. The discount can be applied to single courses only and can not be used in conjunction with any other promotion.
I think I have the skills to do all of the above. The first position may be a little bit more of a learning curve than others.
Remember that the field of instructional/educational technology is not just focused on education, but on business and industry as well. Look at the resources provided on page 258 in chapter 25 and select one of these links and complete the self assessment. What did you learn about yourself from the assessment?
I completed the skills assessment on careeronestop.org and learned that I have strong skills in system analysis!! I would have never thought that I would be strong in any of those areas. I never thought of looking into careers in project management or system analysis.
Chapter 26 lists several websites for professional organizations and websites for professional publications. Visit 2-3 websites for professional organizations and 2-3 websites for the professional publications and address the following:
Professional organizations:
AACE
Mission
Advancing Information Technology in Education and E-Learning research, development, learning, and its practical application.
Cost of membership
119 Professional 35 student
Publications
International Journal on E-Learning (IJEL) Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education
(formerly Int'l Journal of Educational Telecommunications and the WebNet Journal)
ISSN# 1537-2456 Quarterly
Advances in technology and the growth of e-learning to provide educators and trainers with unique opportunities to enhance learning and teaching in corporate, government, healthcare, and higher education. IJEL serves as a forum to facilitate the international exchange of information on the current research, development, and practice of e-learning in these sectors.
Previously known as: International Journal of Educational Telecommunications and WebNet Journal
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching (JCMST)
ISSN# 0731-9258 Quarterly
JCMST is the only periodical devoted specifically to using information technology in the teaching of mathematics and science. The Journal offers an in-depth forum for the exchange of information in the fields of science, mathematics, and computer science.
Journal of Interactive Learning Research (JILR)
ISSN# 1093-023X Quarterly
The Journal's published papers related to the underlying theory, design, implementation, effectiveness, and impact on education and training of the following interactive learning environments: authoring systems, CALL, assessment systems, CBT, computer-mediated communications, collaborative learning, distributed learning environments, performance support systems, multimedia systems, simulations and games, intelligent agents on the Internet, intelligent tutoring systems, micro-worlds, and virtual reality based learning systems.
Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia (JEMH)
ISSN# 1055-8896 Quarterly
Designed to provide a multi-disciplinary forum to present and discuss research, development and applications of multimedia and hypermedia in education. The main goal of the Journal is to contribute to the advancement of the theory and practice of learning and teaching using these powerful and promising technological tools that allow the integration of images, sound, text, and data.
Journal of Technology and Teacher Education (JTATE)
ISSN# 1059-7069 Quarterly
A forum for the exchange of knowledge about the use of information technology in teacher education. Journal content covers preservice and inservice teacher education, graduate programs in areas such as curriculum and instruction, educational administration, staff development, instructional technology, and educational computing.
Conferences and meetings
SITE--Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference
ED-MEDIA--World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications
E-Learn--World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education
Opportunities for professional development
Three major conferences are held per year that address a specific area of EDTech
Submission guidelines
General Guidelines
Material must be original, scientifically accurate, and in good form editorially. The manuscript should be informative, summarizing the basic facts and conclusions, and maintaining a coherence and unity of thought.
Tutorial or how-to-do-it articles should preferably include a section on evaluation. Controversial topics should be treated in a factually sound and reasonably unbiased manner.
The format of headings, tables, figures, citations, references, and other details should follow the (APA) style as described in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th edition, available from APA, 750 1st St., NE, Washington, DC 20002 USA.
Is this a peer reviewed journal?
Yes
Is the journal online?
All journals are available online through EDITLib
How is the journal and organization useful to you and your career? Were you aware of the organizations/journals that you researched?
This journal is very useful as it highlights trends and issues in the EDTech field as a hopeful director of EDTech for a school district these publications and conferences would be very useful to my career path.
A MTEC
Mission
Created to support professionals who use and develop interactive multimedia for education and training. The mission of AAIM is to bring together through communication, workshops, conferences, and this web site practicing multimedia professionals, educators, trainers, and those considering using multimedia and related applications
Cost of membership
N/A
Publications
Canadian Journal od Learning and Technology
Conferences and meetings
Hold an annual conference each year
Opportunities for professional development
Various learning opportunities through conferences.
How is the journal and organization useful to you and your career? Were you aware of the organizations/journals that you researched?
this journal is useful because it even though it is Canadian based there is useful information on technology development that is applicable to my career path.
Chapter 27 looks at competencies for instructional design and technology professionals. If you were responsible for identifying the domains, competencies, and performance statements for a performance technologist, what would they include and why?
Organizational Effectiveness
ability to improve the organization by making incremental changes that impact the organizational Capital of the company.
System Analysis
Frequent analysis of the system structure to ensure that the client is receiving support with specific problem solving strategies.
Goal Setting
Yearly goals to improve the performance standards of the organization.
Performance Assessment
Frequent assessment and publication of performance and areas needed for improvement.
Chapter 24 takes a look at lessons learned from the chapter's author for obtaining a position in instructional design. Take a look at a few of the sources provided for job openings from lesson 1 and search for at least 3 positions that are of interest to you. Describe the general nature of the positions and list the skills required for the job. Do you have these skills?
Nelson Croom is currently recruiting for an Online Learning Developer. The successful candidate will work with content to create engaging online learning across a wide range of subject areas. They will rewrite, structure and edit elearning content under the supervision of the Development Manager, and build courses using our proprietary course creation system, Imago. They will also assist in the creation of static and interactive graphics for our courses. For more information about this post please visit http://www.nelsoncroom.co.uk/jobs.htm
This position is looking for somewhere who may not necessarily need someone to have a whole lot of programming background but more capapbilities to design instruction.
Freelance Opportunities
The Training Foundation are the UK's leading providers of training in e-learning and blended learning skills. The TAP Learning System includes the Certificate in Blended Learning, Certificates in e-Learning Facilitation, Design and Implementation and a Diploma in e-Learning. Note that the Training Foundation provides a 10% discount for eLN members on any of these courses. The discount can be applied to single courses only and can not be used in conjunction with any other promotion.
The Training Foundation are the UK's leading providers of training in e-learning and blended learning skills. The TAP Learning System includes the Certificate in Blended Learning, Certificates in e-Learning Facilitation, Design and Implementation and a Diploma in e-Learning. Note that the Training Foundation provides a 10% discount for eLN members on any of these courses. The discount can be applied to single courses only and can not be used in conjunction with any other promotion.
I think I have the skills to do all of the above. The first position may be a little bit more of a learning curve than others.
Remember that the field of instructional/educational technology is not just focused on education, but on business and industry as well. Look at the resources provided on page 258 in chapter 25 and select one of these links and complete the self assessment. What did you learn about yourself from the assessment?
I completed the skills assessment on careeronestop.org and learned that I have strong skills in system analysis!! I would have never thought that I would be strong in any of those areas. I never thought of looking into careers in project management or system analysis.
Chapter 26 lists several websites for professional organizations and websites for professional publications. Visit 2-3 websites for professional organizations and 2-3 websites for the professional publications and address the following:
Professional organizations:
AACE
Mission
Advancing Information Technology in Education and E-Learning research, development, learning, and its practical application.
Cost of membership
119 Professional 35 student
Publications
International Journal on E-Learning (IJEL) Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education
(formerly Int'l Journal of Educational Telecommunications and the WebNet Journal)
ISSN# 1537-2456 Quarterly
Advances in technology and the growth of e-learning to provide educators and trainers with unique opportunities to enhance learning and teaching in corporate, government, healthcare, and higher education. IJEL serves as a forum to facilitate the international exchange of information on the current research, development, and practice of e-learning in these sectors.
Previously known as: International Journal of Educational Telecommunications and WebNet Journal
Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching (JCMST)
ISSN# 0731-9258 Quarterly
JCMST is the only periodical devoted specifically to using information technology in the teaching of mathematics and science. The Journal offers an in-depth forum for the exchange of information in the fields of science, mathematics, and computer science.
Journal of Interactive Learning Research (JILR)
ISSN# 1093-023X Quarterly
The Journal's published papers related to the underlying theory, design, implementation, effectiveness, and impact on education and training of the following interactive learning environments: authoring systems, CALL, assessment systems, CBT, computer-mediated communications, collaborative learning, distributed learning environments, performance support systems, multimedia systems, simulations and games, intelligent agents on the Internet, intelligent tutoring systems, micro-worlds, and virtual reality based learning systems.
Journal of Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia (JEMH)
ISSN# 1055-8896 Quarterly
Designed to provide a multi-disciplinary forum to present and discuss research, development and applications of multimedia and hypermedia in education. The main goal of the Journal is to contribute to the advancement of the theory and practice of learning and teaching using these powerful and promising technological tools that allow the integration of images, sound, text, and data.
Journal of Technology and Teacher Education (JTATE)
ISSN# 1059-7069 Quarterly
A forum for the exchange of knowledge about the use of information technology in teacher education. Journal content covers preservice and inservice teacher education, graduate programs in areas such as curriculum and instruction, educational administration, staff development, instructional technology, and educational computing.
Conferences and meetings
SITE--Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference
ED-MEDIA--World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications
E-Learn--World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education
Opportunities for professional development
Three major conferences are held per year that address a specific area of EDTech
Submission guidelines
General Guidelines
Material must be original, scientifically accurate, and in good form editorially. The manuscript should be informative, summarizing the basic facts and conclusions, and maintaining a coherence and unity of thought.
Tutorial or how-to-do-it articles should preferably include a section on evaluation. Controversial topics should be treated in a factually sound and reasonably unbiased manner.
The format of headings, tables, figures, citations, references, and other details should follow the (APA) style as described in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 5th edition, available from APA, 750 1st St., NE, Washington, DC 20002 USA.
Is this a peer reviewed journal?
Yes
Is the journal online?
All journals are available online through EDITLib
How is the journal and organization useful to you and your career? Were you aware of the organizations/journals that you researched?
This journal is very useful as it highlights trends and issues in the EDTech field as a hopeful director of EDTech for a school district these publications and conferences would be very useful to my career path.
A MTEC
Mission
Created to support professionals who use and develop interactive multimedia for education and training. The mission of AAIM is to bring together through communication, workshops, conferences, and this web site practicing multimedia professionals, educators, trainers, and those considering using multimedia and related applications
Cost of membership
N/A
Publications
Canadian Journal od Learning and Technology
Conferences and meetings
Hold an annual conference each year
Opportunities for professional development
Various learning opportunities through conferences.
How is the journal and organization useful to you and your career? Were you aware of the organizations/journals that you researched?
this journal is useful because it even though it is Canadian based there is useful information on technology development that is applicable to my career path.
Chapter 27 looks at competencies for instructional design and technology professionals. If you were responsible for identifying the domains, competencies, and performance statements for a performance technologist, what would they include and why?
Organizational Effectiveness
ability to improve the organization by making incremental changes that impact the organizational Capital of the company.
System Analysis
Frequent analysis of the system structure to ensure that the client is receiving support with specific problem solving strategies.
Goal Setting
Yearly goals to improve the performance standards of the organization.
Performance Assessment
Frequent assessment and publication of performance and areas needed for improvement.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Week 6
Section 5 of your textbook focuses on trends and issues in various where instructional designers are likely to become employed to include business and industry, the military, the medical field, P-12 education, and higher education. This week's posting will focus primarily on military and education; however, I encourage you to read the chapter in the medical field as it's important to be aware of changes going on outside of education.
Chapter 18 discusses instructional design in business and industry. Give an example of rapid prototyping and discuss how this could be used in education.
This technology is currently being used in Project Lead the Way. This organization is designed to enhance focus in the areas of ingenuity for students who have interests in science and technology. This program also reaches out to the middle school level. Student utilize and apply rapid prototyping using 3D printers. With the implementation of this skill and knowledge we are preparing our students for careers and interests in areas where our nation is lacking in productivity. I've embedded a video about the program you can also view more information at http://www.pltw.org
Chapter 19 discusses instructional design opportunities in military education and training environments. I had the opportunity to work two summers in Orlando on a faculty fellowship in the advanced distributed learning lab (ADL) discussed in the book and saw first hand some of the constraints placed on some of the tools that could be used for learning. Pretend you are hired as a consultant for the military. They want to use technology in its training, but electronic access is not always available. Using the Full Spectrum diagram, what alternatives could you suggest for a successful program?
To work in such a capacity presents many challenges. Where would we be located? How would we power such a task without certain resources? I think virtual learning stations would be a great to continue learning and training. These learning stations could be powered by solar energy. The limitation may be that there is only use when there is daylight however this would definitely provide an alternative. These learning stations would be comprised of real time training and provide opportunity for collaboration for both the instructor and the learner. I have embedded a video about solar learning centers.
Chapter 21 looks at radical educational change in P-12 settings. I visited the Chugach School District in Alaska and know Richard DeLorenzo very well. I can assure you that this change can occur in our schools. Review the Step-Up-To-Excellence methodology and the GSTE. Outline a staff development activity that will introduce both methodologies to your colleagues.
The staff activity that I would design would involve a case study. This case study would include two school districts. I would provide both groups with background on both methodologies prior to the development. We would then begin a simulation in restructuring the school district using these methodologies. Finally, after a plan has been designed and presented we would discuss how each district would benefit from these plans and what elements from these plans we can take with us to use to enhance the performance of our school.
Navigating through the ranks of a faculty member in higher education can be tricky. A good institution has support for its faculty and provides faculty development opportunities to grow and learn. Research three different university offices for faculty development. Answer the following questions for each office:
Des Moines University
What are the different names used for faculty development?
Faculty Development Resources
What division is it under?
Professional Development
Faculty Training
An online portal for development
How often are programs given and what specifically are they?
Professional development specific to content area, developing a curriculum, effectively teaching and evaluating trainees and programs, teaching one-on-one, presenting in large and small groups, facilitating case discussion, conducting research, managing programs and leading staff
Radford University
What are the different names used for faculty development?
Faculty Development Center
What division is it under?
Separate Entity on its own Faculty and Staff (website)
What services does it offer?
Opportunities to improve and enhance skills for all staff not just teaching staff.
How often are programs given and what specifically are they?
A calendar of development events is accessible to staff only.
Stanford University
What are the different names used for faculty development?
Faculty Development & Diversity
What division is it under?
Diversity
What services does it offer?
Campus orientation, Resources for research, resources for teaching, resources on computing and technology, junior faculty development, diversity and access, community resources, personal and family support, religous life resources, dual-career resources.
How often are programs given and what specifically are they?
Frequently as included on the website but actual events are only accessible through employe portal.
Chapter 18 discusses instructional design in business and industry. Give an example of rapid prototyping and discuss how this could be used in education.
This technology is currently being used in Project Lead the Way. This organization is designed to enhance focus in the areas of ingenuity for students who have interests in science and technology. This program also reaches out to the middle school level. Student utilize and apply rapid prototyping using 3D printers. With the implementation of this skill and knowledge we are preparing our students for careers and interests in areas where our nation is lacking in productivity. I've embedded a video about the program you can also view more information at http://www.pltw.org
Chapter 19 discusses instructional design opportunities in military education and training environments. I had the opportunity to work two summers in Orlando on a faculty fellowship in the advanced distributed learning lab (ADL) discussed in the book and saw first hand some of the constraints placed on some of the tools that could be used for learning. Pretend you are hired as a consultant for the military. They want to use technology in its training, but electronic access is not always available. Using the Full Spectrum diagram, what alternatives could you suggest for a successful program?
To work in such a capacity presents many challenges. Where would we be located? How would we power such a task without certain resources? I think virtual learning stations would be a great to continue learning and training. These learning stations could be powered by solar energy. The limitation may be that there is only use when there is daylight however this would definitely provide an alternative. These learning stations would be comprised of real time training and provide opportunity for collaboration for both the instructor and the learner. I have embedded a video about solar learning centers.
Chapter 21 looks at radical educational change in P-12 settings. I visited the Chugach School District in Alaska and know Richard DeLorenzo very well. I can assure you that this change can occur in our schools. Review the Step-Up-To-Excellence methodology and the GSTE. Outline a staff development activity that will introduce both methodologies to your colleagues.
The staff activity that I would design would involve a case study. This case study would include two school districts. I would provide both groups with background on both methodologies prior to the development. We would then begin a simulation in restructuring the school district using these methodologies. Finally, after a plan has been designed and presented we would discuss how each district would benefit from these plans and what elements from these plans we can take with us to use to enhance the performance of our school.
Navigating through the ranks of a faculty member in higher education can be tricky. A good institution has support for its faculty and provides faculty development opportunities to grow and learn. Research three different university offices for faculty development. Answer the following questions for each office:
Des Moines University
What are the different names used for faculty development?
Faculty Development Resources
What division is it under?
Separate Entity on its own
Faculty and Staff (website)
Professional Development
Faculty Training
An online portal for development
How often are programs given and what specifically are they?
Professional development specific to content area, developing a curriculum, effectively teaching and evaluating trainees and programs, teaching one-on-one, presenting in large and small groups, facilitating case discussion, conducting research, managing programs and leading staff
Radford University
What are the different names used for faculty development?
Faculty Development Center
What division is it under?
Separate Entity on its own Faculty and Staff (website)
What services does it offer?
Opportunities to improve and enhance skills for all staff not just teaching staff.
How often are programs given and what specifically are they?
A calendar of development events is accessible to staff only.
Stanford University
What are the different names used for faculty development?
Faculty Development & Diversity
What division is it under?
Diversity
What services does it offer?
Campus orientation, Resources for research, resources for teaching, resources on computing and technology, junior faculty development, diversity and access, community resources, personal and family support, religous life resources, dual-career resources.
How often are programs given and what specifically are they?
Frequently as included on the website but actual events are only accessible through employe portal.
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