05-04-2011, 12:13 PM
Submitted by
Ajay Kumar
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Videoconferencing
What is Videoconferencing?
Videoconferencing is a medium where two or more people at different locations can meet face-to-face in real time.
Videoconferencing
Offers new possibilities to connect with guest speakers and experts.
Can make relevant learning opportunities more accessible and exciting.
Module Focus
This module demonstrates how videoconferencing can be used to obtain authentic information.
Discovery and Restoration
Imagine taking a class on a field trip to gather information about a sunken ship.
Imagine being able to ask questions of an expert.
Why Videoconference?
Videoconferencing provides students with the opportunity to learn with experts rich in knowledge and experience.
Such experts are often in distant places.
Why Videoconference?
Videoconferencing provides students with an opportunity to observe the discovery of authentic artifacts in real time, which stimulates active learning behaviors.
Be Prepared…
Do your homework . . .
develop questions before the conference.
Then . . .
ask the experts.
Design a Videoconference Activity
Conservation
Restoration
Methodology
Artifact Excavation
Reconstruction
A Videoconference Activity Promotes:
Attention – varied instruction sustains student interest
Authenticity – interaction with the real world increases motivation
A Videoconference Activity Promotes:
Confidence – success through participation
Realistic Outcomes – authentic learning opportunities provide real world results
A Videoconference Activity Promotes:
Combining lecture with interactive learning activities ensures that content is covered while engaging students and giving them real world experiences.
A Videoconference Activity Promotes:
Actively involving learners early and often requires student engagement in discussion.
Planning for the Videoconference
Develop a script
Post an agenda
Planning for the Videoconference
Assign authentic tasks
Connect with experts
Link to primary sources
Planning for the Videoconference
Develop interview questions
Interview the expert
Record answers
Site Preparation:
Be sure all sites have the necessary hardware/software/supplies needed to deliver the videoconference.
Be sure people in all sites, guests and students, are visible to one another.
How often should video-conferencing be used?
Varies with content
Varies with student activities
Advantages of Videoconferencing
2. The planning required for videoconferencing contributes to the quality of student’s learning experience
Advantages of Videoconferencing
3. Students have the opportunity to interact with the experts in a particular field of study.
Advantages of Videoconferencing
4. Videoconferencing accommodates a variety of different learning styles through several modalities.
Advantages of Videoconferencing
5. Videoconferencing affords students the opportunity to develop and improve various communication skills.
Advantages of Videoconferencing
6. Videoconferencing maximizes time and resources.
Some Final Thoughts…
Be ready to explore and use these new videoconferencing opportunities to enhance student learning.
Some Final Thoughts…
Be prepared to devote time and thought before and after the videoconferencing activity.
Some Final Thoughts…
Be passionate and enthusiastic about the education of your students.
Some Final Thoughts…
Believe in the possibilities of videoconferencing to motivate students.
Ajay Kumar
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Videoconferencing
What is Videoconferencing?
Videoconferencing is a medium where two or more people at different locations can meet face-to-face in real time.
Videoconferencing
Offers new possibilities to connect with guest speakers and experts.
Can make relevant learning opportunities more accessible and exciting.
Module Focus
This module demonstrates how videoconferencing can be used to obtain authentic information.
Discovery and Restoration
Imagine taking a class on a field trip to gather information about a sunken ship.
Imagine being able to ask questions of an expert.
Why Videoconference?
Videoconferencing provides students with the opportunity to learn with experts rich in knowledge and experience.
Such experts are often in distant places.
Why Videoconference?
Videoconferencing provides students with an opportunity to observe the discovery of authentic artifacts in real time, which stimulates active learning behaviors.
Be Prepared…
Do your homework . . .
develop questions before the conference.
Then . . .
ask the experts.
Design a Videoconference Activity
Conservation
Restoration
Methodology
Artifact Excavation
Reconstruction
A Videoconference Activity Promotes:
Attention – varied instruction sustains student interest
Authenticity – interaction with the real world increases motivation
A Videoconference Activity Promotes:
Confidence – success through participation
Realistic Outcomes – authentic learning opportunities provide real world results
A Videoconference Activity Promotes:
Combining lecture with interactive learning activities ensures that content is covered while engaging students and giving them real world experiences.
A Videoconference Activity Promotes:
Actively involving learners early and often requires student engagement in discussion.
Planning for the Videoconference
Develop a script
Post an agenda
Planning for the Videoconference
Assign authentic tasks
Connect with experts
Link to primary sources
Planning for the Videoconference
Develop interview questions
Interview the expert
Record answers
Site Preparation:
Be sure all sites have the necessary hardware/software/supplies needed to deliver the videoconference.
Be sure people in all sites, guests and students, are visible to one another.
How often should video-conferencing be used?
Varies with content
Varies with student activities
Advantages of Videoconferencing
2. The planning required for videoconferencing contributes to the quality of student’s learning experience
Advantages of Videoconferencing
3. Students have the opportunity to interact with the experts in a particular field of study.
Advantages of Videoconferencing
4. Videoconferencing accommodates a variety of different learning styles through several modalities.
Advantages of Videoconferencing
5. Videoconferencing affords students the opportunity to develop and improve various communication skills.
Advantages of Videoconferencing
6. Videoconferencing maximizes time and resources.
Some Final Thoughts…
Be ready to explore and use these new videoconferencing opportunities to enhance student learning.
Some Final Thoughts…
Be prepared to devote time and thought before and after the videoconferencing activity.
Some Final Thoughts…
Be passionate and enthusiastic about the education of your students.
Some Final Thoughts…
Believe in the possibilities of videoconferencing to motivate students.
