Hi class,
Dr. Tuchscherer and I try to keep this class blog to publish at least a posting once a week. It's time to post something for this week. :-)
I have read most of your sharing on chapter 1 discussion, and really like to "hear" something about your experiences in communicating with people from different cultures. In addition, I appreciate extra contributions from Ahmed for the linked article.
Dr. Tuchscherer will upload his video presentation for chapter four on Blackboard on Monday (Feb. 2nd), and I will make a link on the class blog. Welcome to give any suggestions after viewing Dr. Tuchscherer's presentation. Please keep an eye on the next learning moduel. :)
Have a nice day!
~Hui-Wen
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Learning Module Two was posted on Blackboard
New Notes for Our Class as of Thursday, January 22, 2009
1. Please re-review the documents in the Announcement Tab. It will help you to remember some of the parameters in working with Blackboard. Learning Module Two is the first time you will be “doing discussion questions” and quizzes. By referring to the Announcement pages, you will refresh your memory on tips on how to write discussion questions and the parameters for taking the quizzes.
2. I am so pleased with the autobiographies you have completed and especially all reply posts. It is fun to learn who our colleagues are.
3. Always remember the effectiveness of the discussions is dependent on you completing them in a timely fashion. Completing the discussion at or on the due day does not allow time for anyone to reply. Most of you were just great about getting your autobiography completed early.
4. Learning Module Two was posted today. Always do your assignments through the Learning Modules and not the Assignment Tab. As you see on our calendar, each Module is generally given a two-week time line and usually includes reading two chapters and doing the activities. I usually have due dates fall on Mondays, so if “push comes to shove,” you have the weekend to complete your work.
5. In order to assist in the text readings, I have completed voice-over power points for you. They are pretty basic and not flashy, only intended to highlight some of the significant things in each chapter. You can view them before you read the chapters or after, whichever suits your particular learning style. Remember, if you go to the link for our text’s supplemental materials, you can see an outline for each chapter and a summary for each chapter. The icon for that link is located right next to the icons for your Learning Modules.
6. Hui-Wen will help you post your picture on the class roster site if you do not know how to do it. It is nice to have your picture there so we can view it if we wish as we read your discussions or replies! J
7. Try to use our class blog for general questions you may have. Sometimes if they are “tucked away” in the discussions, we may miss them.
I feel pretty good about our start… not too many “bugs.” The biggest one seems to be the late arrival of your text. Also, I think a few of us felt some communication difficulties with using only the written word as our only form of communication. I guess that can be one of our lessons in communicating! J
1. Please re-review the documents in the Announcement Tab. It will help you to remember some of the parameters in working with Blackboard. Learning Module Two is the first time you will be “doing discussion questions” and quizzes. By referring to the Announcement pages, you will refresh your memory on tips on how to write discussion questions and the parameters for taking the quizzes.
2. I am so pleased with the autobiographies you have completed and especially all reply posts. It is fun to learn who our colleagues are.
3. Always remember the effectiveness of the discussions is dependent on you completing them in a timely fashion. Completing the discussion at or on the due day does not allow time for anyone to reply. Most of you were just great about getting your autobiography completed early.
4. Learning Module Two was posted today. Always do your assignments through the Learning Modules and not the Assignment Tab. As you see on our calendar, each Module is generally given a two-week time line and usually includes reading two chapters and doing the activities. I usually have due dates fall on Mondays, so if “push comes to shove,” you have the weekend to complete your work.
5. In order to assist in the text readings, I have completed voice-over power points for you. They are pretty basic and not flashy, only intended to highlight some of the significant things in each chapter. You can view them before you read the chapters or after, whichever suits your particular learning style. Remember, if you go to the link for our text’s supplemental materials, you can see an outline for each chapter and a summary for each chapter. The icon for that link is located right next to the icons for your Learning Modules.
6. Hui-Wen will help you post your picture on the class roster site if you do not know how to do it. It is nice to have your picture there so we can view it if we wish as we read your discussions or replies! J
7. Try to use our class blog for general questions you may have. Sometimes if they are “tucked away” in the discussions, we may miss them.
I feel pretty good about our start… not too many “bugs.” The biggest one seems to be the late arrival of your text. Also, I think a few of us felt some communication difficulties with using only the written word as our only form of communication. I guess that can be one of our lessons in communicating! J
Monday, January 19, 2009
Your stories are great!
Hi all,
First, I would like to tell you: I LOVE to read all the postings, more than 200 initial entries and responses, on Blackboard. And, I am touched by the majority of your stories. As adult learners, we have similar background in some way which results in more positive interactions on online discussions.
In addition, let me remind you to upload your personal picture to Blackboard. We need to “see” you on Blackboard while reading your postings and responses. It’s important in online learning.
Finally, let me give a big hand for all of you. You are great in ADOL 576. I have taken some online courses in another public university in the US. But, to tell you the truth, your active online discussions indeed open my eyes. Again, Dr. T and I are pleased to learn with each of you this semester. Definitely, we will have a lot of thoughts and stories to share together in this class.
Looking forward to your more stories in the weekly discussion.
~Hui-Wen
First, I would like to tell you: I LOVE to read all the postings, more than 200 initial entries and responses, on Blackboard. And, I am touched by the majority of your stories. As adult learners, we have similar background in some way which results in more positive interactions on online discussions.
In addition, let me remind you to upload your personal picture to Blackboard. We need to “see” you on Blackboard while reading your postings and responses. It’s important in online learning.
Finally, let me give a big hand for all of you. You are great in ADOL 576. I have taken some online courses in another public university in the US. But, to tell you the truth, your active online discussions indeed open my eyes. Again, Dr. T and I are pleased to learn with each of you this semester. Definitely, we will have a lot of thoughts and stories to share together in this class.
Looking forward to your more stories in the weekly discussion.
~Hui-Wen
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
ADOL 576 is already in session!
Dear students,
Dr. Tuchscherer and I are looking forward to our exciting course ADOL 576. We have designed a rich curriculum to invite you to engage in many meaningful online discussions, and will learn a lot from each other. Some reminders may be helpful for all of you:
1. Please log in UI Blackboard to read all the announcements so far. Keep in mind that you should regularly visit the class blog and UI Blackboard site. You may choose to subscribe to this class blog by emailing (on the right sidebar). In this way, you will get a new message from your email account when a posting is announced.
2. Please upload your personal picture to the profile on Blackboard. The good size for the picture is no more than 200 x 200 pixels. Your picture is very important for the members of an online learning community. When we read your postings and feedback, we can go to your profile to see you as if we were in the face-to-face classroom.
3. I will send you an "invitation email" for the e-portfolio as co-author on the third week.
4. Your responses to the online survey are very valuable for Dr. Tuchscherer and me. Please let us know your perceptions toward online courses you took in the past so we can improve our curriculum design in the future.
5. You may see the potentials for creating a web-based portfolio for your own personal and professional development. In addition to the e-portfolio for ADOL 576, you may want to create your own blog to share with your families and friends, or even for your future employer.
6. A body of research indicates that the interactions of teacher-student and student-student are the critical factors to online learners. Therefore, our good quality discussions and replies are important.
Finally, you are welcomed to post any questions or comments on the class blog.
Enjoy ADOL 576!
Best,
Hui-Wen
Sunday, January 11, 2009
About web-based portfolio (or e-portfolio)
Dear students,
This is a tutorial video about how to create a blog. I have set up web-based portfolios for each of you in this course, and will send you an email invitation to be co-author for your portfolio on Jan. 14, 2009.
The web-based portfolios I created for you are just the learning collections for ADOL 576 in Spring 2009. It will be only viewed by the certain members (i.e. the students in ADOL 576). Don't worry about any postings you share in this course will be passed around.
If you are interestered in starting your personal blog, watch this video to experience one of the Web 2.0 tools. Have fun! ^_^
Best,
Hui-Wen
This is a tutorial video about how to create a blog. I have set up web-based portfolios for each of you in this course, and will send you an email invitation to be co-author for your portfolio on Jan. 14, 2009.
The web-based portfolios I created for you are just the learning collections for ADOL 576 in Spring 2009. It will be only viewed by the certain members (i.e. the students in ADOL 576). Don't worry about any postings you share in this course will be passed around.
If you are interestered in starting your personal blog, watch this video to experience one of the Web 2.0 tools. Have fun! ^_^
Best,
Hui-Wen
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