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Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Using Google Apps for The Group Project Problem
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Google Hangouts and Tutorials
Google+ Hangouts Tutorial
- 1. How to use this presentationThis presentation is a tutorial to help guide you through usingHangouts and its features.You can view this presentation by pressing F5 and scroll throughby using the link buttons or by using the left and right keys onyour keyboard. (Links and buttons only work in this mode).Click the button on the top right to go back to the menu slide.If you have any questions or would like more help usingHangouts, please contact me at jon@oppsdevelopments.com
- 2. MenuHow to use this presentationWhat are Hangouts?Tutorial – Setting upTutorial – Basic featuresTutorial – inviting peopleTutorial – Changing settings and using Chat
- 3. What are Hangouts?‘Hangouts’ are places used to facilitate group video chat. Thereis a maximum of 10 people participating in a single Hangout atany point in time, however, anyone on the web could join the‘Hangout’ if it is made public.Other features include ‘Screen Share’ which allows theparticipants of the chat to view your screen and ‘Youtube’, whichallows all of the participants to watch a Youtube video together.All participants of a ‘Hangout’ must have a Google+ account. Tofind out more about ‘Hangouts’ visit:www.google.com/+/learnmore/hangouts
- 4. 1. Using your login details, log on to Google+ www.plus.google.com2. It will ask you to create an account, fill in your details3. Click ‘Upgrade’ on the bottom right of the page4. Click ‘Continue’ until you reach the next page…
- 5. 1. Upload an image (so the learner or colleague can recognise you)2. Only fill in the ‘Where do you work’ section3. Click ‘Finish’
- 6. 1. This page will then appear. It is the ‘Home’ page of your Google+.2. To start a Hangout, Click the ‘Hangouts’ button on the left or the ‘Start aHangout’ button on the top right of the screen.
- 7. 1. A page may come up asking you to install a plugin, simply follow theinstructions given to install it until you reach a screen similar to below.2. Make sure the top box is empty by removing ‘your circles’ (shown below)3. Name the Hangout. (E.G. [tutor name] CT256 tutorial.)4. Click Hang out!
- 8. Below is the window of the hangout. I have labelled the main features. The more you use it, the more accustomed you will get! Name of Mute ExitChat Hangout microphone Watch a video Share your Turn screen camera off
- 9. 1. To invite/ share your hangout with others, you will need to give them the ‘unique URL’ . This is labelled below. 2. Copy and paste it into an email and send to the invitee(s).Unique URL
- 10. 1. When someone is invited to a Hangout and they go to the unique URL, they will have to go through the process mentioned in this tutorial to set up an account and install the Hangout plugin (if it hasn’t been done already on the PC being used).2. Once they are ready, a screen will come up where you can test your camera and microphone. Click ‘Join’ when ready.
- 11. This is what the Hangout window looks like when someone joins. Up to 9people can potentially join and each one will appear at the bottom. You canclick on their screen to enlarge it. Click to enlarge
- 12. 1. You should be able talk and see each other. Click on the settings button to edit the microphone and camera settings, if necessary. 2. If you wish to make a written comment, you can use the chat window. A number in brackets indicates that someone has ‘chatted’ to you. 3. Click ‘Chat’ to view the chat. SettingsClick to openchat
- 13. 1. Highlighted is the chat window. Everyone in the Hangout can see and participate in this chat.2. Click in the chat bar, type some text and press enter on your keyboard to ‘chat’ back.
Tutorial Video
Monday, April 14, 2014
Introduction to Teaching and Learning Online Handbook - Created by the University of Massachusetts
What is Online Learning?
The term online learning (or, as it is sometimes called, distance learning) includes a number of computer-assisted instruction methods. For the purposes of this handbook:
Online teaching and learning is faculty-delivered instruction via the Internet. Online instruction includes real-time (synchronous) and anytime, anywhere (asynchronous) interactions. What is online learning?
Two parallel processes take place in an online environment:
1. Students become more active, reflective learners.
2. Students and teachers engage in learning through the use of technology and become more familiar with technology by using it.
Online learning is most effective when delivered by teachers experienced in their subject matter. The best way to maintain the connection between online education and the values of traditional education is through ensuring that online learning is “delivered” by teachers, fully qualified and interested in teaching online in a web-based environment (Feenberg 1998).
Approaches to Online Learning
Two approaches to online learning have emerged: synchronous and asynchronous learning. Synchronous learning is instruction and collaboration in “real time” via the Internet. It typically involves tools, such as:
• live chat
• audio and video conferencing
• data and application sharing
• shared whiteboard
• virtual "hand raising"
• joint viewing of multimedia presentations and online slide shows
Asynchronous learning methods use the time-delayed capabilities of the Internet. It typically involves tools, such as:
• e-mail
• threaded discussion
• newsgroups and bulletin boards
• file attachments
Asynchronous courses are still instructor-facilitated but are not conducted in real time, which means that students and teacher can engage in course-related activities at their convenience rather than during specifically coordinated class sessions. In asynchronous courses, learning does not need to be scheduled in the same way as synchronous learning, allowing students and instructors the benefits of anytime, anywhere learning.
Adapted from Mark, Tony. “Web based Learning Primer.” http://www.c2t2.ca/landonline/primer.html
Course Software
Rather than creating your online course from scratch, a number of software programs are now available that make it easy to develop an online course. These programs include features such as threaded discussions and document sharing and pre-designed design layouts to make the course design process easier. Check with the campus technology specialists to learn more about the preferred software for online learning in your department.
Advantages of Learning Online
Online learning offers a variety of educational opportunities:
Student-centered learning
The variety of online tools draw on individual learning styles and help students become more versatile learners.
Collaborative learning
Online group work allows students to become more active participants in the learning process. Contributing input requires that students comprehend what is being discussed, organize their thinking coherently, and express that thinking with carefully constructed language.
Easy access to global resources
Students can easily access online databases and subject experts in the online classroom.
Experiential learning through multimedia presentations
New technologies can be used to engage and motivate students. Technology can also be used to support students in their learning activities.
Accessible for non-traditional students
Online delivery of programs and courses makes participation possible for students who experience geographic and time barriers in gaining access to higher education.
Draws on student interest in online learning
Many students are interested in online learning. In a recent survey conducted by the Office of Academic Planning and Assessment at UMass Amherst, more than 50% of students surveyed said that they were “very interested” or “somewhat interested” in taking an online course.
Advantages of Teaching Online
Teaching online courses can:
Offer the opportunity to think about teaching in new ways
Online teaching can allow you to experiment with techniques only available in online environments, such as threaded discussions and webliographies.
Provide ideas and techniques to implement in traditional courses
Online email discussions, a frequently-used practice in online learning, can be incorporated into traditional courses to facilitate group work. Other techniques, such as web-based course calendars and sample papers posted on the Internet (with student permission) can easily be incorporated into a traditional course.
Expand the reach of the curriculum
Online teaching can expand existing curriculum to students on a regional, national, and international level.
Professional satisfaction
Teaching online can be an enormously rewarding experience for teachers. Teachers often cite the diversity of students in online courses as one of the most rewarding aspects of teaching online.
Instructor convenience
Teaching online can offer teachers conveniences not available in traditional classroom settings; for example, at-home office hours and flexible work schedules.
The term online learning (or, as it is sometimes called, distance learning) includes a number of computer-assisted instruction methods. For the purposes of this handbook:
Online teaching and learning is faculty-delivered instruction via the Internet. Online instruction includes real-time (synchronous) and anytime, anywhere (asynchronous) interactions. What is online learning?
Two parallel processes take place in an online environment:
1. Students become more active, reflective learners.
2. Students and teachers engage in learning through the use of technology and become more familiar with technology by using it.
Online learning is most effective when delivered by teachers experienced in their subject matter. The best way to maintain the connection between online education and the values of traditional education is through ensuring that online learning is “delivered” by teachers, fully qualified and interested in teaching online in a web-based environment (Feenberg 1998).
Approaches to Online Learning
Two approaches to online learning have emerged: synchronous and asynchronous learning. Synchronous learning is instruction and collaboration in “real time” via the Internet. It typically involves tools, such as:
• live chat
• audio and video conferencing
• data and application sharing
• shared whiteboard
• virtual "hand raising"
• joint viewing of multimedia presentations and online slide shows
Asynchronous learning methods use the time-delayed capabilities of the Internet. It typically involves tools, such as:
• threaded discussion
• newsgroups and bulletin boards
• file attachments
Asynchronous courses are still instructor-facilitated but are not conducted in real time, which means that students and teacher can engage in course-related activities at their convenience rather than during specifically coordinated class sessions. In asynchronous courses, learning does not need to be scheduled in the same way as synchronous learning, allowing students and instructors the benefits of anytime, anywhere learning.
Adapted from Mark, Tony. “Web based Learning Primer.” http://www.c2t2.ca/landonline/primer.html
Course Software
Rather than creating your online course from scratch, a number of software programs are now available that make it easy to develop an online course. These programs include features such as threaded discussions and document sharing and pre-designed design layouts to make the course design process easier. Check with the campus technology specialists to learn more about the preferred software for online learning in your department.
Advantages of Learning Online
Online learning offers a variety of educational opportunities:
Student-centered learning
The variety of online tools draw on individual learning styles and help students become more versatile learners.
Collaborative learning
Online group work allows students to become more active participants in the learning process. Contributing input requires that students comprehend what is being discussed, organize their thinking coherently, and express that thinking with carefully constructed language.
Easy access to global resources
Students can easily access online databases and subject experts in the online classroom.
Experiential learning through multimedia presentations
New technologies can be used to engage and motivate students. Technology can also be used to support students in their learning activities.
Accessible for non-traditional students
Online delivery of programs and courses makes participation possible for students who experience geographic and time barriers in gaining access to higher education.
Draws on student interest in online learning
Many students are interested in online learning. In a recent survey conducted by the Office of Academic Planning and Assessment at UMass Amherst, more than 50% of students surveyed said that they were “very interested” or “somewhat interested” in taking an online course.
Advantages of Teaching Online
Teaching online courses can:
Offer the opportunity to think about teaching in new ways
Online teaching can allow you to experiment with techniques only available in online environments, such as threaded discussions and webliographies.
Provide ideas and techniques to implement in traditional courses
Online email discussions, a frequently-used practice in online learning, can be incorporated into traditional courses to facilitate group work. Other techniques, such as web-based course calendars and sample papers posted on the Internet (with student permission) can easily be incorporated into a traditional course.
Expand the reach of the curriculum
Online teaching can expand existing curriculum to students on a regional, national, and international level.
Professional satisfaction
Teaching online can be an enormously rewarding experience for teachers. Teachers often cite the diversity of students in online courses as one of the most rewarding aspects of teaching online.
Instructor convenience
Teaching online can offer teachers conveniences not available in traditional classroom settings; for example, at-home office hours and flexible work schedules.
New Media and Technology Tools
Blackboard
SMU uses the course management system Blackboard. For help creating Blackboard courses and learning the basics, consult Academic Technology's Blackboard help page, as well as this Blackboard online tutorial. Access your Blackboard courses here.
Presentation Software
Sometimes it's helpful to provide visual aids to complement teaching, stimulate discussion, or allow out-of-class teaching. Tools designed for this purpose, such as PowerPoint, can be used well or used badly. Click here for resources that provide advice for thoughtful use of PowerPoint, as well as a few additional presentation tools.
Classroom Response Systems ("clickers")
One way to encourage student engagement is by using electronic devices that allow students to record their answers to multiple choice questions and allow you to instantly display the results. The anonymity encourages participation, and their answers help the teacher know when further discussion is needed. Use of clickers can also serve as a catalyst for discussion. Click here to learn more about using response systems effectively.
Online Projects and Collaboration Tools
Technology can support student collaboration on creating new knowledge, reflecting on what they are learning, or working together to achieve a deeper understanding of course material. These articles provide ideas about their use and misuse.
Information Visualization Tools
Technology can also clarify and stimulate thought through transforming words into pictures. Here are some tools to help lead your students to think more critically by encouraging them to visually structure information.
Flipping the Classroom
How can we make the best use of the classroom time we have with our students? Sometimes a great way to move them toward higher levels of understanding is to move the lecture out of the classroom, and use in-person time for interactions that require applying, synthesizing, and creating. "Flipping" doesn't have to use technology, but tools such as videos, podcasts, online quizzes and the like can help in and out of class activity work together. These resources explain the theory underlying this teaching method and provide practical suggestions for making it work.
Podcasts
Whether for a flipped class or just as a resource for your students, you may want to create a podcast that conveys information students need for initial learning or review. SMU's Academic Technology Service can provide instruction on creating podcasts, and will loan you a podcasting kit. These articles discuss how to make and use podcasts effectively.
Games
What could be more engaging than a good game, used well? These articles discuss why a game may lead to deeper learning and give some examples of their use in higher education.
Teaching with Tablet Computers
We're only beginning to explore their many possibilities for higher education. Here are some ideas.
Converting a Face-to-Face Course to an Online Course
Teaching online, whether in a hybrid course or a wholly-online course, requires different techniques and different tools. Without the F2F contact, professors will need to be even clearer about setting and articulating expectations for digital work and participation. Encouraging interaction between professor and student and among students is an additional challenge, as is monitoring student learning as the course progresses. The online environment requires the use of basic technologies to digitize course materials as well as mastery of the university's learning management system. And various tools like Skype allow synchronous communications, while blogs and Twitter can encourage asynchronous interaction. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Courtesy of Southern Methodist University, Dallas, Texas
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