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July 2011

In This Issue
What Does the Term
"Online Course" Really Mean?

 
Is This Worth It?
 
Connecting with the Virtual Classroom

Free Course Samplers

Interested in learning more about cataloging or genealogy research in your library? Check out our course samplers to see what LE@D's latest course titles have in store for you.

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Free Webinars for
Improving Virtual Education

Join us for this three-part series for both beginners and old hands who like refreshers. Our goal: Improve the effectiveness of online education programs.

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Quick Links

Missed a Webinar?

Never fear! For handouts, audio, and video recordings of LE@D's latest Webinars, check out our blog.


Blackboard Update!

Recent enhancements to the Blackboard Learning Management System have rendered occasional display errors for users with the latest browser versions. If you encounter difficulties within a LE@D course, check out the following resources for more information on supported browsers. Please note that until further fixes are implemented, the latest browsers are often unsupported by Blackboard.

UNT Helpdesk

Blackboard



Free Webinars for Improving Virtual Education

Three-part series for both beginners and old hands who like refreshers. Our goal: Improve the effectiveness of online education programs.

A joint presentation of the Medical Library Association and Pattern Research, Inc. With Pat Wagner and Tim Sullard.

Level: Beginning
Length: 90 minutes
11am Pacific, noon Mountain, 1 pm Central, and 2 pm Eastern

Part One: Decisions, Decisions: Educational Standards for Virtual Adult Education

Thursday, July 14, 2011

https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/286705137

A practical review of adult education theories that work. Write simple, meaningful behavioral objectives, connect with learners, help them remember what they learned, encourage them to apply learning in their workplaces, and improve your virtual webinars and courses for next time.

Part Two: Evaluate and Improve Your Online Educational Programs

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/615656976

We love technology (aka Bright Shiny Things) and ironic, photo-shopped images. Nonetheless, expand your checklist: technology and aesthetics, of course, but add content, process, and inspiration. Tweaking these five factors can improve most virtual learning opportunities.

Part Three: What It Looks Like and Sounds Like: Tweaking Design Elements and Production Values

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/177298784

Graphic design and printed workbooks. Live performances, such as theater and music. Film and theater. Radio. Old-school formats for delivering information can provide insights into what can polish your virtual classroom presentation skills.

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