Online Teaching Partnerships in Diverse Socio-Cultural Institutions

2010 ◽  
pp. 27-41
Author(s):  
Julian Scheinbuks ◽  
Anthony A. Piña
Keyword(s):  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Online Learners ◽  
Online Instructors ◽  
Heterogeneous Learning ◽  
Diverse Student ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies ◽  
Diverse Student Population ◽  
Experiential Backgrounds

In this chapter, the authors present the case of an inter-institutional online teaching partnership. The partnership has allowed faculty and students from racially and socio-economically diverse institutions to interact with each other through synchronous and asynchronous distance learning technologies. Courses were developed and team-taught by faculty from the three partner institutions. Faculty who were new to the online teaching environment collaborated with and were mentored by experienced online instructors. These instructors became more experienced in teaching a diverse student population and more comfortable and competent within technology-mediated teaching environments. Students from diverse socio-economic, racial and experiential backgrounds engaged in a more heterogeneous learning environment and learned how to be more effective online learners. Cross-discipline partnerships resulted in new courses being added to the curriculum. The inter-institutional online teaching partnership is a way to provide teaching and learning that is socially accessible, technologically adaptable, economically viable, and politically agreeable.

Handbook of undergraduate second language education. Judith W. Rosenthal (Ed.). Mahwah, NJ: Erlbaum, 2000. Pp. 400.

2001 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 278-281
Author(s):  
D. Bradford Marshall
Keyword(s):  
Second Language ◽  
Foreign Language ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Language Education ◽  
Student Population ◽  
Second Language Education ◽  
Diverse Student ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Diverse Student Population

Judith Rosenthal has brought together a wide variety of articles on second language (L2) teaching and learning that will surely interest foreign language (FL) educators in U.S. universities who are struggling to increase or maintain enrollment in their courses or who are seeking new ideas to meet the needs and demands of an increasingly diverse student population. Rather than encourage individual language departments to continue their separate battles for survival, Rosenthal hopes to enhance the “integration” of FL programs in order “to better promote proficiency in more than one language” (p. 353). This volume clearly illustrates how teachers of various languages can collaborate and share experiences in order to find solutions to what are often very similar problems.

scholarly journals Online Teaching With M-Learning Tools in the Midst of Covid-19: A Reflection Through Action Research

10.28945/4761 ◽  
2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minh Q. Huynh ◽  
Eraj Khatiwada
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Online Instructors ◽  
Quantitative Studies ◽  
Frame Work

Aim/Purpose: In the midst of COVID-19, classes are transitioned online. Instructors and students scramble for ways to adapt to this change. This paper shares an experience of one instructor in how he has gone through the adaptation. Background: This section provides a contextual background of online teaching. The instructor made use of M-learning to support his online teaching and adopted the UTAUT model to guide his interpretation of the phenomenon. Methodology: The methodology used in this study is action research through participant-observation. The instructor was able to look at his own practice in teaching and reflect on it through the lens of the UTAUT conceptual frame-work. Contribution: The results helped the instructor improve his practice and better under-stand his educational situations. From the narrative, others can adapt and use various apps and platforms as well as follow the processes to teach online. Findings: This study shares an experience of how one instructor had figured out ways to use M-learning tools to make the online teaching and learning more feasible and engaging. It points out ways that the instructor could connect meaningfully with his students through the various apps and plat-forms. Recommendations for Practitioners: The social aspects of learning are indispensable whether it takes place in person or online. Students need opportunities to connect socially; there-fore, instructors should try to optimize technology use to create such opportunities for conducive learning. Recommendations for Researchers: Quantitative studies using surveys or quasi-experiment methods should be the next step. Validated inventories with measures can be adopted and used in these studies. Statistical analysis can be applied to derive more objective findings. Impact on Society: Online teaching emerges as a solution for the delivery of education in the midst of COVID-19, but more studies are needed to overcome obstacles and barriers to both instructors and students. Future Research: Future studies should look at the obstacles that instructors encounter and the barriers with technology access and inequalities that students face in online classes. NOTE: This Proceedings paper was revised and published in the journal Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology, 18, 173-193. Click DOWNLOAD PDF to download the published paper.

scholarly journals Perceptions of Roles and Responsibilities in Online Learning: A Case Study

10.28945/3205 ◽  
2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
Annemieke Craig ◽  
Annegret Goold ◽  
Jo Coldwell ◽  
Jamie Mustard
Keyword(s):  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Online Learners ◽  
Online Teachers ◽  
Roles And Responsibilities ◽  
Online Technologies ◽  
Proactive Management ◽  
Extensive Introduction

The extensive introduction of online technologies to support teaching and learning is impacting how teachers teach and students learn. It is also affecting both teaching staff s and students’ perceptions of what each others’ roles are. The research reported here is part of a larger study that explored different aspects of teaching and learning in online environments. This study was undertaken within an Australian university and involved an institution-wide survey of students. The paper reports on students’ perceptions of their roles as online learners and the expectations they have of online teachers. The outcomes of the research suggest that different cohorts of students have different expectations. These expectations are informed by their mode of study and also by their perceptions of how staff engage with online teaching. Recommendations include proactive management of student expectations by staff, as well as a commitment by staff to meet those expectations.

scholarly journals Online teaching Russian practical grammar at a Chinese university during the epidemic

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (4) ◽  
pp. 383-408
Author(s):  
Wei Zhang ◽  
Liudmila E. Vesnina
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Assessment System ◽  
Learning Abilities ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies ◽  
The Way

Due to the pandemic in the spring of 2020, all educational institutions in China had to organize distance learning. It was crucial to introduce effective teaching methods and to use distance learning technologies. The authors of the article described the way online education was organized during the quarantine semester on the example of teaching Practical Russian grammar at Jilin International Studies University (Changchun, China). The purpose of the research is to describe the three-step process of teaching Practical Russian grammar to foreign students and the way distance learning technologies were used. The teachers organized online classes on Practical Russian grammar using BOPPPS model for lesson planning (five teaching steps: B - bridge-in, O - objective, P - pre-assessment, P - participatory, P - post-assessment, S - summary). Lessons were based on this method and the educational process included three steps: 1) students used Xuexitong application to acquire primary knowledge before the lesson; 2) classroom work was organized through the Xuexitong and DingTalk applications - it was aimed at internalization and expansion of knowledge, the ultimate goal was to develop Russian grammar skills; 3) using Xuexitong and DingTalk applications after the classes, the students improved their grammar and communication skills. In addition, the authors of the article proposed the ways to improve the knowledge assessment system and the entire educational process based on the suggested online learning model. Results and scientific novelty are that a practice-oriented approach to language learning can be implemented on the basis of the proposed teaching method. Such an approach enables students to have constant access to a large number of educational resources and to be promptly informed of any changes, which meets learners individual needs and increases their motivation, self-learning abilities and self-organization. Apart from that, students learn better and improve their oral and written communication skills.

College Student Reception of Next-Generation Learning and Effective Approaches for Instructors

2018 ◽  
pp. 306-324
Author(s):  
Donna M. Farina ◽  
Natalia Coleman
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
College Student ◽  
Student Success ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Diverse Student ◽  
New Learning ◽  
Student Reactions ◽  
Diverse Student Population

Next-generation learning (NxGL) approaches have been applied to improve learning outcomes for the diverse student population of New Jersey City University (NJCU), one of the top hundred most diverse institutions of higher education in the country. This chapter focuses on the variety of reactions that diverse students, both undergraduate and graduate, can have to unknown or unfamiliar learning experiences, as they move through different stages of adjustment to the next-generation classroom. The chapter discusses how instructors can anticipate common student reactions and what they can do to guide students toward successful participation in NxGL. The improved skills of the instructor will allow students to benefit to the fullest possible extent from new learning opportunities. If the instructor feels at home with next-generation teaching and learning, this will increase the potential for student success as well as satisfaction with these approaches.

Technology for Management, Communication, and Instruction

2005 ◽  
pp. 146-160 ◽  
Author(s):  
Silvia L. Sapone ◽  
Kim J. Hyatt
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Candidates ◽  
Professional Growth ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Management Communication ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Technology Changes ◽  
Diverse Student ◽  
K 12 ◽  
Diverse Student Population

This chapter introduces a pedagogically sound experience for teachers and teacher candidates as they prepare or continue to learn about the use of technology for the K-12 classroom. The authors hope that learning about fundamental technology skills will not only inform teachers about how to effectively meet the needs of a diverse student population, but also expand their knowledge base in terms of professional growth. Technology changes the way teachers interact with curriculum and engage in discourse with students and their families, peers, and administrators; therefore, it is essential to address how it can be utilized for management, communication, and instructional purposes in order to enhance the learning environment. This chapter argues that districts need to develop a plan that incorporates technology training for all teachers to create a positive impact on teaching and learning.

Development of Educational Resources for Health and Safety Training Course

Upravlenie ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 33-38
Author(s):  
Попова ◽  
Svyetlana Popova
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Safety Training ◽  
Learning Technologies ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Technological Support ◽  
Training Course ◽  
Distance Learning Technologies

Evolution of the education system in the health and safety area in interaction with regularities and tendencies of society progress has been considered in this paper. It has been demonstrated that the study of Health and Safety Training Course, which is included in all bachelor degree’s educational programs, promotes the formation of students’ knowledge about regularities related to occurrence and development of hazards, as well as about emergencies and their possible impact on human beings’ lives and health, formation of skills which are necessary for future practical activities related to hazard prevention, emergency recovery, people and environment protection. Distance learning technologies’ evolution features in modern conditions have been analyzed. The distance learning organization through various forms of studies has been considered. Distance learning benefits have been listed. The main attention in the paper has been paid to the organization of educational-methodological and technological support for educational process on the basis of distance educational technologies for the Health and Safety Training Course. Educational products, as well as teaching and learning aids, which distance learning should include, have been considered. The special focus in the paper has been on Health and Safety Training Course teaching through distance learning technologies, aimed at online teaching empowering through the optimal combination of integrated hardware and software. Features of practical trainings on a range of Health and Safety Training Course’s subject matters based on the use of interactive software technologies, which allow simulate a real situation, have been emphasized. Possibilities of virtual games (simulations) that help to enhance teaching and consolidate students’ knowledge and skills in virtual mode have been considered.

scholarly journals Instructors’ Perceptions of Instructor Presence in Online Learning Environments

2016 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer C. Richardson ◽  
Erin Besser ◽  
Adrie Koehler ◽  
JiEun Lim ◽  
Marquetta Strait
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Courses ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Master's Program ◽  
Online Instructors ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Instructor Presence ◽  
Multiple Case

<p class="2">As online learning continues to grow significantly, various efforts have been explored and implemented in order to improve the instructional experiences of students.  Specifically, research indicates that how an instructor establishes his or her presence in an online environment can have important implications for the students’ overall learning experience. While instructor presence appears to be an important aspect of online learning, more research is needed to fully understand this construct. The purpose of this study was to consider online instructors’ perceptions related to presence, beliefs about actions, and the perceived impact of instructional presence. Using an explanatory multiple-case study approach, this research considered the perspectives of 13 instructors teaching in an online master’s program at a large Midwestern public university.  Results indicate instructors viewed instructor presence as an important component in online courses but their reasons varied. Furthermore, the instructors discussed a number of communication strategies they used, the importance of using such strategies to connect to students, and the potential impact of these strategies on student participation and learning. Additional themes from the interview data are discussed, and implications for online teaching and learning are suggested.</p>

Gardening in Cyberspace: A Metaphor to Enhance Online Teaching and Learning

2003 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 673-693 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gary L. May ◽  
Darren Short
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Design ◽  
Personal Growth ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Information Overload ◽  
Pedagogical Practices ◽  
Effective Practices ◽  
Online Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Instructors ◽  
Management Techniques

The metaphors we use can influence our behavior. This article proposes a new metaphor to help guide online instructors to more effective practices. The metaphor, gardening in cyberspace, is about creating an environment that fosters learning and personal growth. The practices of good gardening—positioning, conditioning soil, watering, and controlling weeds and pests—all serve as useful analogues to good online pedagogical practices, including addressing individual differences, motivating the student, providing feedback, and avoiding information overload. Examples of instructional design and course management techniques are included to illustrate what online instructors might do differently if they took the gardening perspective seriously. The authors also extend the metaphor to explore administration’s role as gardening store proprietors.

scholarly journals Blended learning in higher education: Three different design approaches

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Alammary ◽  
Judy Sheard ◽  
Angela Carbone
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Online Teaching ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Teaching Resources ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Blended Courses ◽  
Diverse Student ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Diverse Student Population

<p class="Abstracttext">Blended learning has been growing in popularity as it has proved to be an effective approach for accommodating an increasingly diverse student population whilst adding value to the learning environment through incorporation of online teaching resources. Despite this growing interest, there is ongoing debate about the definition of the concept of blended learning. As a result, teachers in higher education have developed different understandings of the term and different design approaches have evolved. Selecting the most appropriate design approach for a blended course is a major challenge for many teachers in higher education institutions who are new to the idea of blended learning. This paper aims to provide guidance to help teachers of traditional face-to-face courses in selecting the most appropriate approach to use when designing their blended courses. Firstly, it discusses the different definitions of the term blended learning and how they have resulted in a number of design approaches. It then classifies these approaches into: low-impact, medium-impact and high-impact blends according to the potential changes to the existing teaching program and student learning experience. Finally, it describes the benefits and the challenges of applying each approach and provides recommendations about when and how each approach should be used.</p><p class="Abstracttext"> </p>

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