Learning in Real Time
Synchronous Teaching and Learning Online
1st Edition
Published on 18. August 2006
Book
Paperback/Softback
176 pages
978-0-7879-7921-8 (ISBN)
Description
Learning in Real Time is a concise and practical resource for education professionals teaching live and online or those wanting to humanize and improve interaction in their online courses by adding a synchronous learning component. The book offers keen insight into the world of synchronous learning tools, guides instructors in evaluating how and when to use them, and illustrates how educators can develop their own strategies and styles in implementing such tools to improve online learning.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 179 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
304 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7879-7921-8 (9780787979218)
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E-Book
10/2009
Jossey-Bass
€27.99
Available for download
E-Book
10/2009
Jossey-Bass
€27.99
Available for download
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The Author
Jonathan Finkelstein is the founder and executive producer of LearningTimes (TM) and the president of the LearningTimes Network. As an educator, technologist, industry expert, and producer, he focuses on creating engaging Web-based programs and practices that help reinvent collaboration and community.
Jonathan Finkelstein is the founder and executive producer of LearningTimes (TM) and the president of the LearningTimes Network. As an educator, technologist, industry expert, and producer, he focuses on creating engaging Web-based programs and practices that help reinvent collaboration and community.
Content
Preface vii
About the Author xiii
1 Learning, Live Online 1
Synchronous Interaction Across the Learning Continuum 2
Needs Served by Synchronous Interaction 3
The Synchronous Compact 5
Indicators for Real-Time Online Learning 7
Learner Skills Developed and Assessed Live Online 11
2 Real-Time Learning as Good Practice 15
Contact Between Students and Faculty 16
Cooperation Among Students 18
Active Learning 21
Prompt Feedback 23
Time on Task 26
High Expectations 28
Diverse Talents and Ways of Learning 30
3 Tools for Learning in Real Time 33
Text-Based Tools 34
Live Audio and Video Tools 36
Content, Display, and Other Interactive Tools 40
4 Real-Time Learning Venues 49
A Moving Target 50
Chat Rooms 50
Instant Messenger 54
Multi-user Virtual Environments 55
Virtual Reference, Tutoring, and Help Desks 56
Virtual Offices and Virtual Meeting Rooms 57
Virtual Classrooms 58
Interactive Webcasting 59
Webcasting or Broadcasting 61
In-class Online Aids 63
5 Facilitating Learning in Real Time 65
Be a Good Host 66
Inflate a Bubble of Concentration 68
Be a Ringmaster 69
Use Virtual Body Language 75
Rely on Others: You Are Not Alone 84
Use the Synchronous Dashboard 86
Be Prepared and Manage Crises 91
6 Real-Time Online Learning Activities 99
Magnetic Brainstorms 100
Stone Soup 103
Solo Fishbowls 107
Paired Partners or Dyads 111
Cracker Barrels 113
Guest Appearances and Co-hosts 118
Live Blogging and Cclogging 121
Expeditions and Virtual Training Labs 126
Multiple Venue Productions or Presentations 129
Additional Resources 133
Further Reading and Related Web Sites 133
Ten Common Misconceptions About Synchronous Instruction 135
Scheduling Synchronous Interaction 140
Buyer's Guide: Questions to Ask When Considering a Synchronous Tool 143
References 147
Index 151
About the Author xiii
1 Learning, Live Online 1
Synchronous Interaction Across the Learning Continuum 2
Needs Served by Synchronous Interaction 3
The Synchronous Compact 5
Indicators for Real-Time Online Learning 7
Learner Skills Developed and Assessed Live Online 11
2 Real-Time Learning as Good Practice 15
Contact Between Students and Faculty 16
Cooperation Among Students 18
Active Learning 21
Prompt Feedback 23
Time on Task 26
High Expectations 28
Diverse Talents and Ways of Learning 30
3 Tools for Learning in Real Time 33
Text-Based Tools 34
Live Audio and Video Tools 36
Content, Display, and Other Interactive Tools 40
4 Real-Time Learning Venues 49
A Moving Target 50
Chat Rooms 50
Instant Messenger 54
Multi-user Virtual Environments 55
Virtual Reference, Tutoring, and Help Desks 56
Virtual Offices and Virtual Meeting Rooms 57
Virtual Classrooms 58
Interactive Webcasting 59
Webcasting or Broadcasting 61
In-class Online Aids 63
5 Facilitating Learning in Real Time 65
Be a Good Host 66
Inflate a Bubble of Concentration 68
Be a Ringmaster 69
Use Virtual Body Language 75
Rely on Others: You Are Not Alone 84
Use the Synchronous Dashboard 86
Be Prepared and Manage Crises 91
6 Real-Time Online Learning Activities 99
Magnetic Brainstorms 100
Stone Soup 103
Solo Fishbowls 107
Paired Partners or Dyads 111
Cracker Barrels 113
Guest Appearances and Co-hosts 118
Live Blogging and Cclogging 121
Expeditions and Virtual Training Labs 126
Multiple Venue Productions or Presentations 129
Additional Resources 133
Further Reading and Related Web Sites 133
Ten Common Misconceptions About Synchronous Instruction 135
Scheduling Synchronous Interaction 140
Buyer's Guide: Questions to Ask When Considering a Synchronous Tool 143
References 147
Index 151