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What is WebCT ? 20 July, 2015 1 A VLE (Virtual Learning Environment) Web-based managed learning environment software “ VLEs allow educators to create resources quickly and without the need to develop technical skills. Typically web-based, VLEs provide an integrated set of Internet tools, which enable easy upload of materials and offer a consistent look and feel that can be customised by the user.” O’Leary, R. Virtual Learning Environments, http://www.ltsn.ac.uk/ 20 July, 2015 2 WebCT Who is it for? Different types of students: professional, students juggling work, long distance, varying home commitments, different abilities, cultures and languages. What does it involve me doing? Deciding what you want to teach online Translate from classroom to online: evaluation of your course/teaching goals. Learning to use a VLE effectively. 20 July, 2015 3 Environment, Education Effectiveness, Easy of Use, Engagement Institution Implementation Pedagogy Technology Collis, B. & Moonen, J. Flexible Learning in a Digital World, 2001 20 July, 2015 4 Student Experience Because online education is still quite new many students are unsure how to handle it… Introductory classes Set expectations (time commitment, contributions, office hours) Help and support avenues clear Frustration over technical barriers Can be isolating 20 July, 2015 5 Online Delivery Models 1. Quick and easy way to use the web to distribute course materials and carry out course administration 2. Communication between students, teachers and outside contributors 3. Computer-assisted learning resources - interactive tutorials and quizzes, exam practice and final exams 4. Additional support and practice (additional online tutorials, self assessment, discussion board.) 5. Collaborative student projects (group work) 6. Deliver complete online courses with fully integrated activities, distance learning courses O’Leary, R. Virtual Learning Environments, http://www.ltsn.ac.uk/ easy expert 20 July, 2015 6 Administration Course Content • Any file type • Text (Word, HTML) • Images & multimedia • Searchable • Manage and Grade Student Data • Track use • Selective Release Communication Tools • Discussion • Email • Chat • Whiteboard Course Content Tools • Calendar • Content Module • Single Pages • Syllabus • Glossary • Image database • URLs (hyperlinks) 20 July, 2015 Computer Aided Assessment • Assignments • Surveys (anonymous) • Quizzes (recorded) • Self-Tests (unrecorded) Student Content • Student Homepages • Student Presentations 7 Building a Course Example: •Calendar •Discussion •Quizzes Example: Lecture Notes, Handbook WebCT Tools developed by the Designer Content originating outside WebCT WebCT Course or website 20 July, 2015 8 WebCT at London Met 20 July, 2015 1997~ Current Usage 300+ “designers” 450+ “courses” Licence – whole university Central Administration Support 9 Support for WebCT WebCT IDs (Accounts) To obtain a WebCT account email Paul Walk, WebCT Administrator. Creation of your WebCT ID will be confirmed via email. New Courses Request the creation of a new WebCT course. Contact Paul Walk , WebCT Administrator Paul Walk and Naomi Small [email protected] Further WebCT Training and Planning TLTC website Planning meetings Tina Waring and Matt Lingard [email protected] More online resources London Met WebCT Support (Designers site) TLTC WebCT online resources 20 July, 2015 10