Unlocking the Power of Online Learning with Jenifer Grady
Explore the transformative nature of learning through online platforms with insights from Jenifer Grady. Understand the essence of learning, reasons behind learning, accessibility, and the concept of online learning. Discover how learning can be achieved anywhere, anytime, and delve into the world of e-learning, distance learning, and more.
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Sit Still and LEARN Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
W, W, H What What online learning is Why So you can determine if and when you should try it and CHANGE How in this room, talking, listening, sharing, experimenting Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
What is learning? Learning is change in an individual, due to the acquisition of habits, knowledge and attitudes, and interactions in the individual s environment which fulfill a need. Knowles, Malcolm S., Elwood F. Holton, III and Richard A. Swanson. The Adult Learner. Houston, TX: Gulf Publishing, 1998, p. 12. Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
What have you learned lately? C:\Documents and Settings\USER\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\94QAA8C2\MC900383366[1].wmf Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Why did you learn this? 1. Need to know 2. Self-directed 3. Prior experiences 4. Readiness to learn 5. Orientation to learning and problem solving 6. Motivation Andragogy Pedagogy Malcolm Knowles Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Good news You can learn everywhere There are inexpensive and free ways to learn Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
What is online learning? E-learning Distance learning Web-based learning/training M-learning Open, flexible and distributed* 1 *Khan, Badrul. Managing e-learning strategies. 2005. Information Science Publishing, p. 4. Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Behind the scenes Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Who has learned online? Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Time to learn! Origami Rose #1 Origami Rose #2 Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Online learning is the best thing since Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Why online learning? You have a problem to solve You re curious Your travel budget has been cut You dislike face-to-face learning You are learning alongside your colleagues Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
What professional challenge are you facing now? Who has internet access? Find a webinar, webcast, screencast, slidecast, vodcast or podcast about New Orleans and watch for 3-5 minutes Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Elements of Online Learning Asynchronous/ Self-paced Synchronous Webinar E-course Podcast E-forum Interactive Passive Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
VARK #1 You want to learn a new program, skill or game on a computer. You would: talk with people who know about the program. A read the written instructions that came with the program. R use the controls or keyboard. K follow the diagrams in the book that came with it. V http://www.vark-learn.com/ Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
VARK #2 Remember a time when you learned how to do something new. Try to avoid choosing a physical skill, e.g.. riding a bike. You learned best by: written instructions e.g., a manual or textbook. R listening to somebody explaining it and asking questions. A diagrams and charts - visual clues. V watching a demonstration. K Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
VARK #3 You have a problem with your heart. You would prefer that the doctor: showed you a diagram of what was wrong. V described what was wrong. A used a plastic model to show what was wrong. K gave you something to read to explain what was wrong. R Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
VARK #4 Do you prefer a teacher or a presenter who uses: diagrams, charts or graphs. V demonstrations, models or practical sessions. K question and answer, talk, group discussion, or guest speakers. A handouts, books, or readings. R Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
VARK #5 You are going to cook something as a special treat for your family. You would: use a cookbook where you know there is a good recipe. R cook something you know without the need for instructions. K look through the cookbook for ideas from the pictures. V ask friends for suggestions. A Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Could you see yourself Participating in this ALA conference virtually? Participating in this session virtually? Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
What do you need from online learning? Visual engagement Content Objectives Pace Instructor Interaction Credit/certificate Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
What you should expect Technology to work Expert instructor Presentation to match face-to-face Content to match description Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
What you should expect Interaction, conversation Appropriate exercises and testing Ability to communicate with instructor and classmates Current and relevant materials, websites, etc. Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
What you bring to the course Desire Preparation Attention Participation Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
Where can you find online learning? Vendor/manufacturer s sites YouTube ALA Learning Round Table EVERYWHERE Jenifer Grady, jgrady@ala.org Sit Still and Learn
