E-Learning Concepts and Techniques

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Introduction

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Authors

• Mousa Afaneh
• Vince Basile
• Justin Bennett
• Pamela Berman
• Michael Bond
• Jeffrey Border
• Steve Brink
• David C. Cerreta
• Charles L. Chen
• Matthew Comerchero
• Chontel Delaney
• Kristy Delvecchio
• Robert Dunkleberger
• Ken Dunlap
• Nathan Eckel
• Floretta Ekwensi
• Lauren Jade Ferrett
• Nicole Forst
• Brian Heisman
• Daniel Hoffmaster
• Melanie Hurta
• Amanda Ireland
• Ann Kieser Edler
• Kathy Kollar
• Kristin Longenecker
• Megan Loughney
• Livio Mondini
• Justin Moranski
• Andrea Mummert
• Ryan Noel
• Judy Ohl
• Susan Oliver
• Cedric Osivandi
• Scott Paull
• Ben Riley
• Amy Roche
• Roberto Scano
• Julie Schmidt
• Kimberly A. Stoudt
• Misty Townsend-Sweet
• Luis Vidal
• Mary C. Warnock
• John M. Zelenak III

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Contributors

• Schelly B. Homan
• Julie M. Meyer
• Eric Milks
• Mary Nicholson
• Rebecca Ohl
• T. V. Raman

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About the Institute for Interactive Technologies (IIT)

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Chapter 1 – What is E-Learning?

• 1.1 Matt Comerchero: Introduction
  • Means of Communication
  • Schedule
  • E-Learning Class Structure
  • Technology
  • 1.1 References
• 1.2 Dan Hoffmaster: The E-Learning Evolution
  • 1.2 References
• 1.3 Kristy DelVecchio and Megan Loughney: Advantages and Disadvantages of E-Learning
  • Advantages of E-Learning
  • Disadvantages of E-Learning
• 1.4 Cedrick Osavandi: E-learning and the Corporate World
  • E-Learning makes Business Sense
  • Corporate E-Learning
  • The Cost (Savings!!!)
  • Comfort and Convenience
  • The Bottom Line
• 1.5 Ann Keiser Edler: E-Learning in the Pre-K-12 Market
  • Success or Failure
  • Meeting Needs
  • E-Learning in Lower Grades
  • Recommendations
  • 1.5 Summary
  • 1.5 References
• 1.6 Ben Riley: E-Learning and the Demise of Brick-and-Mortar Schools
  • How does this growing trend fit into the corporate arena?
  • 1.6 References

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Chapter 2 - Instructional Design Models for E-Learning

• 2.1 Robert Dunkleberger: Instructional Design Models for E-Learning
  • ADDIE (Assess – Design – Develop – Implement – Evaluate)
  • Algo-Heuristic
  • Dick and Carey Model
  • Robert Gagné's ID Model
  • Minimalism
  • Kemp, Morrison, and Ross
  • Rapid Prototyping (Rapid E-Learning)
  • Epathic Instructional Design
  • 2.1 References
• 2.2 Ryan Noel: Applying User-Centered Design to E-Learning
  • What is User-Centered Design?
  • How can User-Centered Design be incorporated in the creation of e-learning?
  • 2.2 Summary
  • 2.2 References
• 2.3 Robert Dunkleberger: Rapid E-Learning – Accomplishing more with less
  • What Is Rapid E-Learning?
  • Rapid E-Learning Model
  • When Rapid E-Learning is the Right Direction
  • When to Consider the Use of Rapid E-Learning
  • Rapid E-Learning and the Models for Delivery
  • Tools Used to Build Rapid E-Learning Training
  • 2.3 Summary
  • 2.3 References

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Chapter 3 – E-Learners

• 3.1 Ann Kieser, Kathy Kollar and Julie Schmidt: E-Learners
  • An Introduction to E-Learners
  • Netiquette
  • E-Learning Market
  • Location of E-Learners
  • Characteristics of Successful E-Learners
  • Is E-Learning For You?
  • Questions for Reflection
  • 3.1 References
• 3.2 Julie Schmidt: Success in E-Learning
  • E-Learners
  • E-Instructor
  • 3.2 Conclusion
  • 3.2 References
• 3.3 Brian Heisman: Social Networking – A Growing Phenomenon
  • 3.3 References

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Chapter 4 – E-Learning Tools

• 4.1 Jeffrey Border, Kimberly Stoudt and Mary Warnock: E-Learning Tools
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.1 Overview
  • Levels of Granularity
  • Tools for the Different Categories
  • Synchronous Tools
  • Authoring Tools
  • 4.1 References
• 4.2 John Zelenak: What is an e-learning tool?
  • What are e-learning tools?
  • What is not an e-learning tool?
  • What's next?
  • 4.2 References
• 4.3 Lauren Jade Ferrett: Wikis and E-Learning
  • Discussion Questions
  • More Research
  • Just for Fun
  • 4.3 References

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Chapter 5 – Instructional Strategies for E-Learning

• 5.1 Floretta Ekwensi, Justin Moranski and Misty Townsend-Sweet: Instructional Strategies for Online Learning
  • 5.1 Introduction
  • Mentorship: One-on-One
  • Forums: Varied Perspectives in an Online Environment
  • Small Group Work: The Root of Online Learning
  • Projects: The Possibilities are Effective and Endless!
  • Collaborative Learning: Guaranteed Interaction
  • Case Study: A Good Source for Practice
  • Learning Contracts: The Art of Negotiation
  • Discussion: Talk is Cheap—And Effective!
  • Lecture: Sage on the Stage
  • Self-Directed Learning: Guide on the Side
  • 5.1 Conclusion
  • 5.1 References
• 5.2 Floretta Ekwensi: Mentorship in Self-Directed E-Learning
  • 5.2 Overview
  • 5.2 Introduction
  • The Mentorship Relationship
  • Roles Must Be Clearly Defined
  • Technology-Enhanced Mentorship Relationship
  • Successful Mentorship Strategies in E-Learning
  • 5.2 Summary
  • 5.2 Resources
• 5.3 Kim Stoudt: E-Learning and Cognitive Disabilities
  • Where and what are the answers to this ever growing problem?
  • 5.3 References

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Chapter 6 - Information Ownership

• 6.1 Nicole Forst, Michael Bond and John Zelenak: The Origin and History of Copyright
  • Hot Buttons in Copyright History
  • The Origin of Copyright
  • The Beginning of Copyright Law in the U.S.
  • Revisions to the Original U.S. Copyright Act
  • 6.1 References
• 6.2 Melanie Hurta: Creative Commons License
  • Creative Commons Licenses
  • Creative Commons
  • Globalization and Copyright
  • Categories of Creative Commons Copyrights
  • Baseline Rights and Restrictions in all Licenses
  • Creative Commons and Types of Applications
  • 6.2 References
• 6.3 Ken Dunlap and John Zelenak: The Future of Copyright
  • Copyright and the Economy
  • Copyright and the U.S. Economy
  • Copyright and the Future Economy
  • e-Copyrights: Protecting Us from Ourselves
  • 6.3 References
• 6.4 Nicole Forst: Copyright: An Overview
  • Copyright – What is it?
  • Poor Mans Copyright
  • Foreign Copyright
  • Copyright Protection
  • Copyright Registration
  • Copyright Forms
  • Questions
  • Answers
  • 6.4 References

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Chapter 7 – Development

• Bonus Podcasts: Eric Milks
• 7.1 Dave Cerreta: Authoring Tools
  • Knowing Your File Types
  • Popular Authoring Tools
  • How Tools Help
  • Where do I go from here?
• 7.2 Nathan Eckel: Understanding Authoring Tools
  • Learning Curve
  • Limits & Abilities
  • Importance of Instructional Design
  • 7.2 Summary
• 7.3 Charles Chen: Hearing Your WebPages
  • Just Because It Validates Doesn't Make It Right
  • Appearances Can Be Deceiving
  • Say What???
• 7.4 Pam Berman, Livio Mondini, & Roberto Scano:Making PDFs Accessible
  • Tagged PDFs
  • Preparing the Document in Word
  • Finishing the Job in Adobe Acrobat
  • 7.4 Summary
  • 7.4 References
• 7.5 Judy Ohl: Development Standards
  • Tools Used
  • Consistent Look and Feel ... A Necessary Thing!
  • 7.5 Conclusion
  • 7.5 References
• 7.6 Judy Ohl: Technical Writing
  • First Steps
  • Development Tools
  • Writing Skills
  • Evaluate and Test
  • 7.6 Summary
  • 7.6 References
• 7.7 Jeff Border: Globalization and Learning Barriers in Synchronous E-Learning Tools
  • Language
  • Symbols and Graphics
  • 7.7 Summary
  • 7.7 References
• 7.8 Scott Paull: Where have all the text-based menus gone?
  • 7.8 References

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Chapter 8 - Delivering E-Learning

• 8.1 Lauren Ferrett, Ben Riley and Luis Vidal: Delivering E-Learning
  • Introduction
  • Delivery Tools
  • Formatting
  • Delivery Methods
  • Hosting
  • 8.1 References
• 8.2 Justin Bennett and Mary Warnock: Instructional Game Characteristics
  • Fantasy
  • Rules and Goals
  • Sensory Stimuli
  • Challenge
  • Mystery
  • Control
  • Video Games for Instructional Purposes
  • 8.2 References
• 8.3 Kathy Kollar: Educational Podcasting
  • 8.3 References
• 8.4 Mousa Afaneh: Gaming at Work: Taking the Boredom Out of Training
  • 8.4 References
• 8.5 Chontel Delaney: Delivering E-Learning Synchronously
  • What are the different means of delivering e-learning?
  • Synchronous E-Learning
  • Synchronous E-Learning Features
  • 8.5 References

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Chapter 9 – E-Learning Evaluation

• Bonus Podcast – Dr. Mary Nicholson
• 9.1 Amy Roche: Introduction to Evaluating E-Learning
• 9.2 Amanda Ireland, Andrea Mummert and Mike Moran: Kirkpatrick's Four Levels of Evaluating Learning
  • 9.2 Overview
  • Level One: REACTION
  • Level Two: LEARNING
  • Level Three: PERFORMANCE
  • Level Four: RESULTS
  • 9.2 Summary
  • 9.2 References
• 9.3 Kristin Longenecker with Vincent Basile and Pete Mitchell: Learning Analytics
  • 9.3 Introduction
  • Why Learning Analytics?
  • What to measure?
  • Planning for Learning Analytics
  • Implementing Your System
  • Custom-Built or Off-the-Rack? Making the Decision
  • Data Storage
  • Data Processing
  • Data Reporting
  • The Learning Dashboard
  • 9.3 Conclusion
  • 9.3 References
• 9.4 Amy Roche: Balanced Scorecard
  • 9.4 Introduction
  • History of the Balanced Scorecard
  • Reasons to use the Balanced Scorecard
  • The Four Perspectives
  • How to Implement a Balanced Scorecard
  • 9.4 Conclusion
  • 9.4 References
• 9.5 Dave Cerreta and Mike Bond: Evaluation Models
  • Comparisons/Contrasts of Each Model
  • 9.5 Conclusion
  • 9.5 References

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Chapter 10 – Managing the Data

• 10.1 Vince Basile: Project Management for Virtual Teams
  • Why virtual teams?
  • The Benefits of Virtual Teams
  • Special Considerations for Virtual Teams
  • Tips for Virtual Team Project Managers
  • 10.1 Summary
  • 10.1 References
• 10.2 Steve Brink: The "Key" to Managing All the Data
  • 10.2 References
• 10.3 Susan Oliver: Virtual Leadership in the 21st Century
  • What is Virtual Leadership?
  • Why have Virtual Teams?
  • What factors make a Virtual Team successful?
  • 10.3 Summary
  • 10.3 References
• 10.4 Susan Oliver: Virtual Workplaces and Tools

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Chapter 11 – Web Standards

• 11.1 Chontel Delaney: What are web standards?
  • What are web standards?
  • Why use web standards?
  • What is WaSP?
  • 11.1 References
• 11.2 Ryan Noel: Who is involved in web standards?
  • World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)
  • The Web Standards Project (WaSP)
  • European Computer Manufactures Association (ECMA)
  • 11.2 References
• 11.3 Resources for Guidance on Web Standards
  • W3C Tutorials
  • WaSP Learn/Tutorials
  • Holy CSS Zeldman! Links that will save you from an aneurism...
• 11.4 Chontel Delaney: How are they used in education?
  • 11.4 References
• 11.5 Brian Heisman: Web Standards for Designers
  • Introduction
  • The Web Standards Movement
  • Advantages of Web Standards
  • Why? I am Just a Designer
  • How can I follow the Standards?
  • 11.5 Conclusion
  • 11.5 References
• 11.6 Validators
  • A Valuable Tool
  • Why use a Validator
  • Validator Resources
  • The Issues with Validators
  • Conclusion
  • 11.6 References
• 11.7 Misty Townsend-Sweet: W3C: Keeping it Simple – Making it Accessible
  • 11.7 References

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Sections

• Home
• Introduction
• Authors
• Contributors
• About the IIT
• 1. What is E-Learning?
• 2. Instructional Design Models for E-Learning
• 3. E-Learners
• 4. E-Learning Tools
• 5. Instructional Strategies for E-Learning
• 6. Information Ownership
• 7. Development
• 8. Delivering E-Learning
• 9. E-Learning Evaluation
• 10. Managing the Data
• 11. Web Standards
• Site Map

Institute for Interactive Technologies , Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania, USA

 
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