Utilizing Web 2.0 Resources with myLesley
Spring is a time of renewal and awakening; the daffodils begin to bloom, the leaves return to the trees, and we enjoy the thaw from winter. As we anticipate the arrival of spring, this is an excellent time to freshen up your myLesley course sites. Perhaps you have been thinking about new tools or ideas you would like to try? Maybe you are experimenting with some new methods on your own and would like a little extra help? Whatever the case, the helpful staff in eLIS have a spring menu of workshops and online seminars and resources ready for you!
Below are highlights of some of our upcoming offerings. And remember, If you cannot make an event or an online seminar, you can always contact us directly at elis@lesley.edu to set up time to meet in person talk over the phone about your ideas.
Utilizing Web 2.0 Resources with myLesley
On-Campus Workshops
Introduction to VoiceThread, March 3rd, 11:15am -12:45pm Wolf 204. RSVP bchervin@lesley.edu
Blogging Workshop, March 22nd 2:30-4:00pm Wolf 204 RSVP bchervin@lesley.edu
Online Workshops
Podcasting Seminar, fully online, 2 weeks, March 29-April 11
Contact Kristina McElroy to register: Kmcelro3@lesley.edu
Wiki Seminar, April 19th-May 1, Fully Online, 2 weeks, 6 hours a week.
Please RSVP to Barbara Chervin at bchervin@lesley.edu
Full schedule of online seminars and on-campus events:
http://www.lesley.edu/elis/programs.html
eLearning Faculty Resource Center (eLFRC)
Our online community for faculty features a variety of resources and tools, including self-paced modules on using wikis, blogs and podcasts. If you are not a member of eLFRC yet email eLIS@lesley.edu
Additional Workshops in Atomic Learning
Our relationship with Atomic Learning provides more than just technical tutorials on software and common web tools. You can also view their Web 2.0 workshops and learn more about the ways you can use these tools in your teaching and learning. To find our Atomic Learning resources click on the myServices tab in myLesley.
We hope to see you soon!
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Resource of the Week - The Science of the Olympic Winter Games
The National Science Foundation and NBC Learn have teamed up to create The Science of the Olympic Winter Games, a 16-part video series exploring the science behind several Olympic events. The series includes Aerial Physics (Aerial Skiing), Slapshot Physics (Hockey), Internal Athlete (Cross-Country Skiing), Olympic Motion, Competition Suits, Mathletes, Science of the Skis, Science of Skates, Figuring Out Figure Skating, Safety Gear, Banking on Speed (Bobsled), Downhill Science (Alpine Skiing), Air Lift (Ski Jump), Science of Snowboarding, Science Friction (Curling), and Blade Runners (Short Track Speed Skating).
The series addresses various scientific topics, including the laws of physics, chemistry, biomechanics, and physiology. Complementary lesson plans for grades 6-9 are also available.
Check out the eLIS Digital Resources Collection for more resources like this.
The series addresses various scientific topics, including the laws of physics, chemistry, biomechanics, and physiology. Complementary lesson plans for grades 6-9 are also available.
Check out the eLIS Digital Resources Collection for more resources like this.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Resource of the Week - Shmoop
Shmoop features learning guides and teaching resources for literature, poetry, bestsellers, United States history, civics, biography, and music. Designed to make these topics relevant, Shmoop uses everyday language, humor, and pop culture references to explain the topic, provide detailed analysis, and inspire discussion. A writing guide helps students through the writing process by assisting them in organizing ideas, finding quotes, and formulating the paper.
For more information, check out the detailed tour for teachers, librarians, and professors.
Looking for more resources? Visit the eLIS Digital Resources Collection.
For more information, check out the detailed tour for teachers, librarians, and professors.
Looking for more resources? Visit the eLIS Digital Resources Collection.
Monday, February 1, 2010
Faculty Spotlight: Kathy Holmes and Mary Jo Larsen
Providing Library Instruction Through Online Webinars
Research Seminar Investigations, Adult Learning Division
Introduction
Mary Jo Larsen teaches a research course on-site in Tacoma, WA. Her students extensively use the Library's online databases and resources. Mary Jo began working with Kathy Holmes, the Library's Assistant Director, to provide a specialized orientation to using library resources for research. Initially, Kathy flew to Tacoma for a face-to-face orientation. It was soon clear that the cost of providing a face-to-face orientation was not scalable. For the second orientation, Kathy delivered her content via a live phone conference while Mary Jo and her students participated from their Tacoma classroom. This approach was okay, but still lacked the strong connection to the visual elements they needed. Kathy then contacted eLIS to learn about Elluminate web conferencing software that could potentially provide the ideal situation for delivering Kathy's presentation.
Timeline
In January 2009, Kathy met with the Learning Technologies Designer in eLIS for a tour of Elluminate and to brainstorm plans for the event. Kathy then completed Elluminate's online moderator training. She and Mary Jo practiced using the Elluminate tools while sharing scripts for the event. In February, they gave their first Elluminate event.
Equipment
Kathy and Mary Jo kept things simple for the event. Mary Jo plugged her laptop into the classroom's projector and sound system in her Tacoma classroom. She then logged into the Elluminate virtual classroom while Kathy logged in from her computer in Cambridge. The students could see and hear Kathy's demo on the projection screen. Mary Jo used the Raise Hand tool in Elluminate to let Kathy know when there were questions. Students then had hands on time to practice on their computers in Tacoma. They could still see the projection screen at the front of the classroom so Kathy put up tips or steps for the students to view while working. A few students used the voice feature to ask Kathy specific questions.
Outcome
The students felt they got the information they needed from the Elluminate event and that it was equivalent to face-to-face orientations they had received. It was a new experience for the students, but they were very accepting. Kathy and Mary Jo found that as long as they didn't get nervous about the technology, the students wouldn't either. The event also helped the off-campus students feel more connected to the University. They could now see the librarians as real people and the web conference allowed the library to provide just in time instructions to a whole group of students at once and answer common questions.
Next Steps...
Kathy and Mary Jo are refining their use of Elluminate for short Q&A sessions at the start of class. They hope to include video of Kathy to help build a stronger connection and to experiment with alternate microphone options so students have greater opportunity to talk directly with Kathy and guide her presentation with questions and comments.
You Can Elluminate Too!
Research Seminar Investigations, Adult Learning Division
Introduction
Mary Jo Larsen teaches a research course on-site in Tacoma, WA. Her students extensively use the Library's online databases and resources. Mary Jo began working with Kathy Holmes, the Library's Assistant Director, to provide a specialized orientation to using library resources for research. Initially, Kathy flew to Tacoma for a face-to-face orientation. It was soon clear that the cost of providing a face-to-face orientation was not scalable. For the second orientation, Kathy delivered her content via a live phone conference while Mary Jo and her students participated from their Tacoma classroom. This approach was okay, but still lacked the strong connection to the visual elements they needed. Kathy then contacted eLIS to learn about Elluminate web conferencing software that could potentially provide the ideal situation for delivering Kathy's presentation.
Timeline
In January 2009, Kathy met with the Learning Technologies Designer in eLIS for a tour of Elluminate and to brainstorm plans for the event. Kathy then completed Elluminate's online moderator training. She and Mary Jo practiced using the Elluminate tools while sharing scripts for the event. In February, they gave their first Elluminate event.
Equipment
- Elluminate vRoom (Free)
- Headset microphone ($20-$30)
Kathy and Mary Jo kept things simple for the event. Mary Jo plugged her laptop into the classroom's projector and sound system in her Tacoma classroom. She then logged into the Elluminate virtual classroom while Kathy logged in from her computer in Cambridge. The students could see and hear Kathy's demo on the projection screen. Mary Jo used the Raise Hand tool in Elluminate to let Kathy know when there were questions. Students then had hands on time to practice on their computers in Tacoma. They could still see the projection screen at the front of the classroom so Kathy put up tips or steps for the students to view while working. A few students used the voice feature to ask Kathy specific questions.
Outcome
The students felt they got the information they needed from the Elluminate event and that it was equivalent to face-to-face orientations they had received. It was a new experience for the students, but they were very accepting. Kathy and Mary Jo found that as long as they didn't get nervous about the technology, the students wouldn't either. The event also helped the off-campus students feel more connected to the University. They could now see the librarians as real people and the web conference allowed the library to provide just in time instructions to a whole group of students at once and answer common questions.
Next Steps...
Kathy and Mary Jo are refining their use of Elluminate for short Q&A sessions at the start of class. They hope to include video of Kathy to help build a stronger connection and to experiment with alternate microphone options so students have greater opportunity to talk directly with Kathy and guide her presentation with questions and comments.
You Can Elluminate Too!
- Contact eLIS@lesley.edu for training and orientation
- Get a free vRoom at http://www.elluminate.com/vroom
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