Learning
modules can be an effective organization tool inside
Online teaching allows you to more easily offer information in multiple
formats, such as; text, video, audio and interactive modules so that students
with different learning styles can choose the best solution for their learning
needs. A text transcript should be provided for all video and audio
presentations. When offering content in different formats, it is important to
consistently use the same formats and to give your students links to download
free players to open these.
The following text and links could be included in
the introductory modual in your online course:
To fully enjoy the media richness of each course, we suggest you
prepare by downloading the free players listed below. These same applications
will be used through out the course.
Lecture presentations
and interactives can be viewed with a Flash player. To download a free flash
player: http://www.adobe.com/shockwave/download/download.cgi?P1_Prod_Version=ShockwaveFlash
Video will be
streamed as wmv files and may be viewed with Windows Media player. To download
a free wmv player: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windowsmedia/player/10/default.aspx
Additional audio
files will be mp3 files and may be heard with a variety of audio players
including Windows Media player.
Text documents are in
pdf format and may be viewed with Acrobat Reader. Download a free player: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
Because of the
multimedia content available in the courses, it is strongly suggested that you
have access to a broadband (highspeed)
Internet connection.
The course management
system currently being used for delivery of the course is WebCT
Vista. Upon acceptance into the program and, you will be given a Flashline ID
and password that will allow you to log into
Supported Operating Systems:
• Mac OS X 10.1. x
• Max OS X 10.2. x
• Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
• Microsoft Windows 2000
• Microsoft Windows XP
• Supported
Browsers for Windows :
Microsoft
IE |
5.5
SP2, 6.0 |
Netscape
|
7.0,
7.1 |
AOL
|
8.0,
9.0 |
Mozilla
|
1.5,
1.6, 1.7 |
• Supported
Browsers for Macs :
Microsoft
IE |
5.1
(OS X 10.1) 5.2
(OS X 10.2) |
Netscape
|
7.0,
7.1 |
AOL
|
OS
X |
Mozilla
|
1.5,
1.6, 1.7 (OS X) |
Safari
|
1.2
|
State
the objectives for the lesson, expected level of involvement, activities, and
assignments/assessments due this week with weekly points that can be achieved.
Also preview upcoming assignments/assessments.
Compiled lecture - PowerPoint with audio or video narration.
Lecture PowerPoint slides
Lecture narration in audio format
Include grading points available for the week, key learning points,
upcoming assignments, etc.