Using Technology to EnhanceInstruction

Educational Technologies

Blackboard,

Content-Based Tools

Distribution Tools

Communication

Tools

Presentation

Tools

Productivity Tools

Word Processing

EmailIM

List Serves

SimulationsModelsVideos

TransparenciesPowerPoint,

Video

PrinterTV

Data Projector

What is Blackboard?

Course Management SystemTemplate for Instructional Websites Used by more than 3000 colleges and

universities around the worldInstructional tools: Announcements,

Documents, Online Quizzes, Discussion Board, Grade Book, Live Chat Room

www.blackboard.com

Blackboard Classes

Online ClassesWeb-Enhanced

ClassesWeb-

Supplemented Classes

Online Classes

Convenient “Anytime, Anywhere” Instruction

Requires high motivation, excellent study skills, and independent learning.

Interactive, time-intensive

Keys to Success

Accurate AdvisingOrientation (online or

face-to-face)Training (Blackboard

training for students)Support (Distance

Learning Help Desk)

Online Enrollment

Online Student Enrollment

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Web-Enhanced Classes

Combine Traditional Instruction with Online Instruction

Effective Use of Classroom Space

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Hybrid Student Enrollment

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Benefits

Maximizes Classroom Space at Peak TimesAllows Students the Combined Benefits of

Online and Face-to-Face InstructionAllows Students to Fit More Classes into a

Limited Schedule Provides Instructor More Tools for

Teaching

Business and Industry Training

New Model for Training 12 Week Classes (36 hours Instruction)

• 3 F2F Seminars

Classes: Customer Service Listening Skills Leadership Problem Solving

Customer Service Skills

Business and Industry

Meets the Needs of Businesses

Boosts Sales in a Sagging Market

High Interest in Business for Hybrid Instruction

Web-Supplemented Classes

Add Blackboard element to a traditional class

About 45% of our classes use a web-supplement

Web-Supplemented Classes

Syllabus Handouts AssignmentsAdditional Resources Study GuidesPractice TestsDiscussion Board ActivitiesWeb-based Activities

Personalized Screen

Personalized Screen

Benefits

Reduces Duplicating CostsHelps Students Keep Up with ClassProvides Alternative Style of LearningFacilitates Activities Beyond the ClassroomBuilds Cooperative Relationships Among

Students

Process for Setting Up Classes

Contact Distance Learning Coordinator

Extension: Plan Materials to Post (Incorporate into your Lesson Plans)

Attend Training Sessions (about 2-4 hours to get started).

Start Small and Add More Each Semester

Principles for Good Practicein Higher Education

Encourage Contact between Students and Faculty

Develop Reciprocity and Cooperation Among Students

Use Active Learning Techniques

Give Prompt Feedback.

Emphasize Time on Task

Communicate High Expectation

Respect Diverse Talents and Ways of Learning

1. Encourage Contact Between Students and Faculty

Announcements

1. Encourage Contact Between Students and Faculty

Faculty Contact Information

1.Encourage Contact Between Students and Faculty

Email in Blackboard

2.Develop Cooperation Among Students

Student Homepage

2. Develop Cooperation Among Students

Discussion Board

2. Develop Cooperation Among Students

Discussion Board

2. Develop Cooperation Among Students

Small Group Activities

3.Use Active Learning Activities

Marry a Founding Father

3. Use Active Learning Activities

Case Study

3. Use Active Learning Activities

Outside Assignment

3. Use Active Learning Activities

Student Research

4.Give Prompt Feedback

Online Gradebook

4. Give Prompt Feedback

Student View

4. Give Prompt Feedback

Note to Class

5. Emphasize Time on Task

Course Calendar

5. Emphasize Time on Task

Announcements

6. Communicate High Expectations

External Links

6. Communicate High Expectations

External Links

7. Respect Diverse Learning Styles

Variety of Activities

7. Respect Diverse Learning Styles

Active Learning

7. Respect Diverse Learning Styles

Visual Elements

7. Respect Diverse Learning Styles

Reinforce Learning

Quality Efforts = Quality Results