RCN BMIS EHNN Joint Event London February 2004
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RCN BMIS EHNN Joint Event
London February 2004
Considering the e-learning needs
Maureen A. Eby SHSW, The Open University
Scale of the Open University operation
250 separate course web sites in use 313 courses using FirstClass conferencing
– over 300,000 users by the end of 2003– 11,500 students on one course (T171)
136 courses using electronic assignment submission and marking (eTMA)
246 courses incorporate guided electronic resources from Open Libr@ry
The OU learning environment
Not just old traditional distance learning or new e-learning expertise in printed and AV learning materials highly-developed co-publishing business high value on range of student support, including
face-to-face
so…a new blend of: electronic services online learning multiple media learning materials effective personal local and distance support
Conferencing/ messaging
eTMAs
Lyceum
FirstClass
Basic
Structured
Tutor groups
Studyguide
Dynamiccoursecalendar
Online resources
eBooks
Other digitaldocuments
Open Libr@ry
ROUTES
eJournals
Databases
ICT preparation
and support
ICT skillsmodules
Online tuition
Bespokeweb sites
Non-academic services
Student recordBulletin boardAdmin informationGeneric study skills
Student Home
SAMSauthentication
Student
eDesktop
CD-ROMsDVDs
Connectivity?
Some e-learning challenges in health and social care
Low level of ICT skills and confidence Poor access to suitable computers and the Internet
(firewall and slow network problems) Local technical and learning support patchy Poor integration with local human resources/staff
development frameworks Difficulty getting protected time and allocated space
at work (easier at home for some) Competes with face-to-face training culture Assessment possibilities more limited Learners can feel isolated and lonely (especially with
emotionally-charged content)
More on OU e-Learning
Go to:
http://www.open.ac.uk/elearning
http://www.teachandlearn.net/