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Jacqueline Skinner (jskinner1962) on Jun 10 | 88 comments

In this course you will find some valuable information. Begin your journey by viewing some very knowledgeable information in the content area. Please click on the link and the document will open in PDF format. You will learn about the difference resources that are available in distance learning, how to use the blackboard, and the attributes of a successful distance learner. Begin your journery and enjoy the learning.

We will use the forum to post threaded discussion every week. Click on “Go to Forum” under assignment to post your discussions and responses. 

 

 

You will use the wiki to participate in assigned discussions or debates. Please watch the videos below in order to set up a wiki and understand the purpose of using a wiki.

 

                                                      Click here to download Wiki.swf


Jacqueline Skinner (jskinner1962) on May 23 | 80 comments
    
Welcome to Mississippi University online orientationf for new online students. This resource will provide you with a brief overview of resoruces and services that will help you to succeed when taking online couses.

This is a blended learning Philosophy course in which graduate students are expected to participate in lively asynchronous debates. The challenge is to find the optimal mix of online and face-to-face student and instruction interaction. Information and discussions from these debates will continue when students and the instructor meet in the face-to-face classroom. Distance learning exploits various means and methods to convey course material and education to students, who could be dispersed throughout various parts of the world.  Distance learning, today, uses various means like regular mail, high-tech tools like the internet, and audio-video conferencing to help teachers correspond with students, and vice versa (Simonson, Smaldino, Albright, & Zvacek, 2009). Today, a host of synchronous and asynchronous tools are available for individuals who are involved in distance learning. Simonson, Smaldino, Albright, & Zvacek (2009) explains hypercontent design instruction as categorized in modules and once the learner has finished one module the learner can proceed to the next module.

The attached resource will provide learners with the training necessary to be a successful distance learner. Learners are expected to complete the online orientation and read through the linked documentation. This will enable them to navigate through the course with minimal difficulty and the greatest opportunity for success. Should students have questions regarding online instruction, they should contact the academic advisor.

This video will describe what you will find in an online course.

What Does an Online Course Look Like?                                                       http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geXtj9vCWug&feature=related 

 Please watch the videos below to assist you in your online orientation.

You will go to the discussion board and give a brief introduction of yourself. The video will provide you with instructions on how to utilize the discussion board. Click on the link below.

How To Introduce Yourself on An Online Discussion Board http://youtu.be/hv2XORELA5s

You are required to take a self-quiz to see if distance learning is the correct choice. Click on the line below to assess the quiz:

Self-Quiz: Is Online Learning Right for You? http://www.hawaii.edu/dl/s