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started by David Donica on 12 Aug 08

#1 David Donica on 12 Aug 08

After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics:

1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past?

2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics: <br /> <br /> 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past? <br /> <br /> 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.</div>

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#2 Catey Olivolo on 12 Aug 08

I don't know that it is process of the past. He takes the idea of the resources for learning being everywhere, anywhere you need it. But someone has to put it there. What is new is the accessibility; the freedom to hit on multiple sites, modes, and venues for learning, simultaneously.

That's where immersion comes in.
Nursing instruction combines theory with the application in the clinical setting. We now have the capability of using simulation labs, interactive videos, etc.

David Donica wrote:
> After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics:
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> 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past?
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> 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I don't know that it is process of the past. He takes the idea of the resources for learning being everywhere, anywhere you need it. But someone has to put it there. What is new is the accessibility; the freedom to hit on multiple sites, modes, and venues for learning, simultaneously. <br /> <br /> That's where immersion comes in. <br /> Nursing instruction combines theory with the application in the clinical setting. We now have the capability of using simulation labs, interactive videos, etc. <br /> <br /> David Donica wrote: <br /> > After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics: <br /> > <br /> > 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past? <br /> > <br /> > 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.</div>

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#3 tom murdock on 12 Aug 08

I agree with Downs for the most part. Some information is static, lets face it.....history does not change; however spicing it up is what makes it fun.

As far as immersion is concerned, my performance classes are pretty much there by necessity. There is a lot in the others but obviously we can all improve.
David Donica wrote:
> After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics:
>
> 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past?
>
> 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I agree with Downs for the most part. Some information is static, lets face it.....history does not change; however spicing it up is what makes it fun. <br /> <br /> As far as immersion is concerned, my performance classes are pretty much there by necessity. There is a lot in the others but obviously we can all improve. <br /> David Donica wrote: <br /> > After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics: <br /> > <br /> > 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past? <br /> > <br /> > 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.</div>

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#4 Barbara Odegard on 13 Aug 08

David Donica wrote:
> After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics:
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> 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past?

No. In mathematics, a certain amount of static information is always necessary to solve complex problems. Learning is not just memorizing information, but using memorized information is absolutely necessary for abstract thought.
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> 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.

No, I don't see how I can use immersion in an on-line math skills course. I have personally used immersion via reading blogs and medical journals so that I can read and understand my own radiology reports.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">David Donica wrote: <br /> > After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics: <br /> > <br /> > 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past? <br /> <br /> No. In mathematics, a certain amount of static information is always necessary to solve complex problems. Learning is not just memorizing information, but using memorized information is absolutely necessary for abstract thought. <br /> > <br /> > 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example. <br /> <br /> No, I don't see how I can use immersion in an on-line math skills course. I have personally used immersion via reading blogs and medical journals so that I can read and understand my own radiology reports.</div>

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#5 Jackie McNamara on 14 Aug 08

David Donica wrote:
> After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics:
>
> 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past?
>
> 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">David Donica wrote: <br /> > After watching the video today of Stephan Downes giving his views on Trends and Impacts of E-Learning 2.0 please discuss the following topics: <br /> > <br /> > 1. Do you agree with Downes' view that static information is a process of the past? <br /> > <br /> > 2. How can you use "immersion" in your course - online or in the classroom? Give just one example.</div>

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#7 Jackie McNamara on 14 Aug 08

Please ignore my other posts. The website was down and when it went on again, it had somehow posted my blank answers--yet another glitch that students will encounter :)

While certain types of information will always remain static, the method of presenting is what changes. For instance with templates, mathematical formulas and MLA citations are just a button press away. Correct info + correct box = correct answer. I am concerned, however, that students who use these systems will not learn the principles that govern the operations.

Since I teach courses that include reading comprehension, computer skills, writing skills, and critical thinking, students are immersed from the moment they log on. However, anyone who has travelled to another country knows how overwhelming the language immersion experience can be. It's much easier to log off and give up than it is to leave the country.

In the face-to-face classroom, I can tell by the looks on students' faces whether they are digesting the information. Then I can backtrack or introduce a spontaneous activity to bring everyone up to speed. Admittedly, this method can be boring for the students who understand and are ready to move on, but it helps me to retain students who might otherwise fall behind. How can we achieve this flexibility online?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Please ignore my other posts. The website was down and when it went on again, it had somehow posted my blank answers--yet another glitch that students will encounter :) <br /> <br /> While certain types of information will always remain static, the method of presenting is what changes. For instance with templates, mathematical formulas and MLA citations are just a button press away. Correct info + correct box = correct answer. I am concerned, however, that students who use these systems will not learn the principles that govern the operations. <br /> <br /> Since I teach courses that include reading comprehension, computer skills, writing skills, and critical thinking, students are immersed from the moment they log on. However, anyone who has travelled to another country knows how overwhelming the language immersion experience can be. It's much easier to log off and give up than it is to leave the country. <br /> <br /> In the face-to-face classroom, I can tell by the looks on students' faces whether they are digesting the information. Then I can backtrack or introduce a spontaneous activity to bring everyone up to speed. Admittedly, this method can be boring for the students who understand and are ready to move on, but it helps me to retain students who might otherwise fall behind. How can we achieve this flexibility online?</div>

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