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Goals of the Presentation
To introduce emerging technologies in distributed learning environments
To discuss implications of investment in distributed learning and emerging technologies
To discuss the role of distributed learning in the education of the future
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Which of the following is not a technology suited for distributed learning?
A. Computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL)
B. Multimedia/Hypermedia
C. Experiential Simulation D. Morse code
Computer-supported collaborative learning
(CSCL), multimedia/hypermedia,
and experiential simulations are all forms of
technology being developed for use in distributed learning
environments.
CSCL includes technologies for communication within groups,
structure for group dialogue and decision making and facilitating
collective activities. This includes the formation of virtual
communities. “Such telepresence enables mentoring across distance and provides a social context that motivates
and reinforces learning.” (Dede, 1994)
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For what can CSCL be used?
D. All of the above
A. To perform work-related tasks
B. To support interaction among students
C. To develop a shared mental model among
students
CSCL has many applications including
Collaborative Visualization Project
(CoVis), Distant Mentor Project, Teaching
Teleapprenticeships, and Classrooms with
Electronic Walls.
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Some students are attracted to CSCL because of what can be gained through collaboration. What are some of the “capital” gains of virtual communities?
A. Social network capital
B. Knowledge capital
C. Community capital
D. All of the above
Distributed learning is still seeking a balance between
direct and virtual interaction. We can
expect a variety of social inventions to emerge that provide the best of both worlds and incorporate
CSCL into other DL applications.
Multimedia and Hypermedia are learner-controlled
interactive technologies. Users can tailor
presentations by selecting paths through the material
customized to their interests. Learners of various styles (visual,
auditory, etc) will be able to chose how to view the
material to best suit their needs.
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What is the underlying learning model for multimedia/hypermedia?
A. Learning-by-doing B. Learning-by-osmosis
C. Learning-by-letting somebody else do all the work
D. Learning-by-sitting back and watching
Experiential simulations range from models that mirror the simplified essence of reality to elaborate synthetic environments with immersion interfaces that place students
inside alternate virtual worlds. Simulations can provide a learning experience for a single student or can involve multiple
students interacting in a distributed virtual environment. Their content can reflect real phenomena made less complex to enhance
understanding or can embody virtual universes that operate on different physical
and social principles than those of our world. (Dede, 1996)
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Which is not a positive psychosocial dynamic of virtual environments ?
A. Disinhibition – learners are not afraid to ask “dumb”
questions
B. Disinhibition – usually polite people tend to “flame”
more at others
C. Fluidity of identityD. Trial and error
reflection
The sky really is the limit in terms of the possibilities for new
technology in distributed learning.
However, as Hawkins (1999) states, “The educational opportunities that
the new technologies afford are exciting and technically feasible, but institutions face significant obstacles
that need to be addressed before such opportunities can be made
operationally feasible.”
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Which of the following is not an institutional challenge to the implementation of large-scale distributed learning?
A. Library access B. Faculty workload
C. Intellectual property D. Lack of parking
Library access, faculty workload and intellectual property
are all challenges that institutions must
consider before entering the business
of distributed learning.
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Again, which is not institutional challenge to the implementation of large-scale distributed learning?
A. Financial Aid B. Pricing
C. Technological Infrastructure
D. Cafeteria food
Financial aid, pricing, and technological
infrastructure are also institutional challenges
that must be faced before developing a distributed learning
program.
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What is the estimated cost of supplying every American student with continuous access to high performance computing and communications?
A. $50-$200 million B. $50-$200 billion
C. $50-$200 trillion
D. $50-$200 bazillion
Soon, virtual communities will be as much a part of
education as textbooks. All teaching will have some attributes of distributed
learning.
Points to Ponder
You will now have a chance to discuss in a small group setting some of the issues surrounding the future of distributed learning.Within your group:
The person whose first name is first alphabetically will record thoughts.
The person whose birthday is closest to today will present your ideas to the whole group.
You will have 7 minutes before returning to the large group.
Points to PonderWhat do you envision for the future of DL as it applies to you? Describe your dream for the future.How do we (or should we) justify spending in technological infrastructure given the current climate of cutbacks and restraint?In this class, we are preaching to the choir. What do you see as obstacles to the development of DL environments? How do you plan to “sell” DL to the “non-believers”?
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Dede, C. (1998). Casting a wider net: Investing in distributed learning. Multimedia Schools, Mar/Apr 5(2), pp10-12
Dede, C. (1996). Emerging technologies in distance education for business. Journal of Education for Business, Mar/Apr 71(4), pp197-204.
Hawkins, B. (1999). Distributed Learning and Institutional Restructuring. Educom Review, Jul/Aug 34(4), pp12-18.
Heiens, R.A., and Hulse, D.B. (1996) Two-way interactive television: An emerging technology… . Journal of Education for Business, Nov/Dec 72(2), pp74-77.
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