This document discusses virtual learning and e-learning. It defines virtual learning as using electronic methods for teaching and communication, including online learning resources and interactive learning processes. E-learning can include exploring and explaining content, as well as simulating real-world situations. A virtual learning environment (VLE), also known as a learning management system (LMS), can distribute course content and resources, enable communication and collaboration, include assessments, and manage students. VLEs aim to provide a valuable learning experience through discussion, self-assessment, rich media content, and enhanced applications.

1. What is Virtual Learning anyway? Kate Boardman March 5th, 2010

2. Teesside University Regional Demography FT/PT balance HEBP – FE network NHS contracts Police training provision 25000 students 60% part time 60% mature 60% Health Increasing WBL 6 autonomous Schools

4. Minimum Standard Clear navigation menu Organise content in folders Avoid empty areas Module Guide or Handbook Module delivery schedule Assessment information Submission instructions Assessment feedback Staff contact details Copy of teaching materials Regular Announcements Link to DISSC Live Link to current reading list

5. Learning

11. E-learning

12. Electronic method of learning & teaching Electronic learning Tool for communication Online learning Learning delivered in an electronic environment (eg Blackboard) or in an electronic format (eg electronic journals etc) Online learning resource Interactive learning process Access to materials from anywhere Information over the internet Support tool for teaching Another place for materials Content availability/organisation Facilitate learning Learning & teaching facilitated via IT Delivered by computer Learning online Via web/internet/intranet Extending the teaching environment Study/teaching via a computer link Distance learning

13. What is e-learning? explore educate enthuse explain entertain excite = e-learning

14. Supporting student learning Encouraging student involvement Encourage contact between students and lecturers Develop reciprocity and co-operation among students Encourage active learning Give prompt feedback Emphasise “time on task” Communicate high expectations Respect diverse talents and ways of learning Chickering and Ehrmann (1996)

15. Supporting teaching & learning Supporting the phases of learning Presentation Remediation Consolidation Elaboration Entwistle and Entwistle (1991)

16. Supporting teaching & learning Supporting the types of teaching Delivery Elaboration Motivation Orientation Feedback Diagnosis Evaluation Entwistle and Entwistle (1991)

17. E-learning roles Material and content delivery Support material for conventional approaches Reinforcement of previously-learned concepts Online self-study packages Multimedia rich Information retrieval Structured recording and presentation Enables browsing/searching as required Online databases, e-journals, www

18. E-learning roles (cont.) Tutorials Cover new material Include examples with assessment Similar to human tutorial guidance Simulations Model a real-world or experimental situation Enable exploration in a “safe” environment Normally use “what if…” approach Virtual Worlds Attempt to model complete environment Allow students to become part of environment

19. E-learning: are you up for it…? It’s about enhancing. It’s about time saving. It’s about starting where you’re comfortable. It’s about thinking holistically. It’s about making a difference.

20. Virtual Learning

21. Virtual Learning Environment Course content – resource distribution Group communication and collaboration Assessment Student management Customisable

22. Virtual Learning Environment Course content – resource distribution Group communication and collaboration Assessment Student management Customisable = Learning Management System

23. Valuable Learning Experience Promotion of learning through discussion groups Self-test assessment with feedback Media-rich content Enhanced use of existing CAL applications Development of ‘e-tivities’/PBL

26. Simulations

27. Collaboration

28. Exploration

29. Creation= Virtual Learning Environment

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38. VLE: Valuable Learning Experience

40. Virtual Teaching

42. Online Teaching

43. Online World

44. Real Learning

45. Real Teaching

47. What’s the learningoutcome of this?

49. What’s the learningoutcome of this?

50. How detaileddoesitneed to be?

52. What’s the learningoutcome of this?

53. How detaileddoesitneed to be?

54. How detaileddoesit (really) need to be?