OLC Virtual Conference - An Opportunity to Learn

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Multimedia Tools Spotlight: Engaging the Instructor and the Learner

October 14, 2015 - 2:45-3:30pm CST

Presenters: Angela M. Gibson (American Public 小蝌蚪APP System, USA)

Linda Algozzini (American Public 小蝌蚪APP 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 小蝌蚪APP渃risis小蝌蚪APP 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 (小蝌蚪APP of Central Florida, USA) - Panel Moderator

Thomas Cavanagh (小蝌蚪APP of Central Florida, USA)

Marie A. Cini (小蝌蚪APP of Maryland 小蝌蚪APP College, USA)

Gerard L. Hanley (MERLOT & California State 小蝌蚪APP, USA)

Tanya Joosten (小蝌蚪APP 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 (小蝌蚪APP of Tampa, USA)

Amy Garrett Dikkers (小蝌蚪APP of North Carolina at Wilmington, USA)

Karen Swan (小蝌蚪APP of Illinois Springfield, USA)

Phil Ice (American Public 小蝌蚪APP System, USA)

Jennifer Richardson (Purdue 小蝌蚪APP, USA)

Patrick R. Lowenthal (Boise State 小蝌蚪APP, 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 小蝌蚪APP, 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 小蝌蚪APP, USA)

Thomas Cavanagh (小蝌蚪APP 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.