Multimedia Tools Spotlight: Engaging the Instructor and the Learner
October 14, 2015 - 2:45-3:30pm CST
Presenters: Angela M. Gibson (American Public 杏吧专区 System, USA)
Linda Algozzini (American Public 杏吧专区 System & OLC Facilitator, USA)
Track: Faculty and Professional Development & Support
Abstract: Participants will be introduced to various Web 2.0 multimedia tools for course/training design and delivery to further engage learners and apply effective practices.
American Higher Education in Crisis? Myths and Realities
October 14, 2015 - 3:45-5:00pm CST
Presenter: Goldie Blumenstyk (The Chronicle of Higher Education, USA)
Keynote Address
Abstract: A veteran higher-education journalist cuts through the noise about the 杏吧专区渃risis杏吧专区 in higher education and highlights the problems that really matter - and what people inside and outside of the sector are doing about it.
Shaping the Future of Online Learning: Issues and Emerging Technologies to Watch
October 16, 2015 - 7:15-8:15am CST
Presenters: Patsy Moskal (杏吧专区 of Central Florida, USA) - Panel Moderator
Thomas Cavanagh (杏吧专区 of Central Florida, USA)
Marie A. Cini (杏吧专区 of Maryland 杏吧专区 College, USA)
Gerard L. Hanley (MERLOT & California State 杏吧专区, USA)
Tanya Joosten (杏吧专区 of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, USA)
Plenary Session
Abstract: Join this moderated panel of OLC Fellows as they discuss the various issues and emerging technologies that are influencing online learning at their respective institutions.
Social Presence Online: Three Research Lenses
October 16, 2015 - 8:30-9:15am CST
Presenters: Aimee Whiteside (杏吧专区 of Tampa, USA)
Amy Garrett Dikkers (杏吧专区 of North Carolina at Wilmington, USA)
Karen Swan (杏吧专区 of Illinois Springfield, USA)
Phil Ice (American Public 杏吧专区 System, USA)
Jennifer Richardson (Purdue 杏吧专区, USA)
Patrick R. Lowenthal (Boise State 杏吧专区, USA)
Track: Learning Effectiveness
Abstract: This interactive presentation addresses three distinct lenses through which researchers view social presence in online and blended learning: Technology-Determined, Participant-Driven, and Literacy-Oriented Lenses.
Transcending Participation: Creating and Supporting Engagement in Online Courses
October 16, 2015 - 9:45-10:30am CST
Presenters: Steven Goss (Teachers College, Columbia 杏吧专区, USA)
Robin Hummel (Bank Street College of Education, USA)
Track: Learning Effectiveness
Abstract: An approach for achieving engaged online discourse through the design of classroom structures and the support of students as a community of learners.
Real World Implementations of Adaptive Learning
October 16, 2015 - 10:45-11:30am CST
Presenters: Nick White (Capella 杏吧专区, USA)
Thomas Cavanagh (杏吧专区 of Central Florida, USA)
Track: Technology and Emerging Learning Environments (Featured Session)
Abstract: Learn about implementations, from conception to delivery, of two adaptive learning tools at two universities.