http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Tue, 21 May 2013 07:50:43 PDT Tue, 21 May 2013 07:50:43 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=505907 Download the supporting PDF file for this episode http://bit.ly/aL55Yj from the Learning to Teach Online project website.In this Learning to Teach Online http://bit.ly/d18ac5 episode we look at two different types of online learning environments: a centralised Learning Management System (LMS), and free open access social media (such as Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, etc). We discuss the benefits of each and highlight some important issues that need to be considered when using each of them. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=547506 What do you think of this resource? Please click http://svy.mk/e6BP1G to complete a quick survey.Download the supporting PDF file for this episode http://bit.ly/ieDVEh from the Learning to Teach Online project website.While developing effective teamwork and collaboration skills are considered important to the learning process, many students find group work challenging and difficult. In this episode we explore how Internet technologies can improve the collaborative process within online teamwork, and offer some useful strategies for facilitation and assessment. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=514740 Download the supporting PDF file for this episode http://bit.ly/gFPzbN from the Learning to Teach Online project website.This Learning to Teach Online http://bit.ly/d18ac5 episode explores some of the key considerations when planning your online or blended (face-to-face and online) class. It examines the importance of considering pedagogy before technology; constructively aligning assessment with learning outcomes; and the integration of digital literacy skills. It also offers some useful strategies for deciding which components are better suited to an online learning environment.It is strongly recommended that teachers who are considering planning an online class also watch other Learning to Teach Online episodes and case studies for more in-depth information about the concepts discussed in this episode. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=505912 Download the supporting PDF file for this episode http://bit.ly/989e9Y from the Learning to Teach Online project website.This Learning to Teach Online http://bit.ly/d18ac5 case study aims to give you a basic understanding of the website http://flickr.com, by explaining how Lynette Zeeng from Swinburne University of Technology used it to teach photography in a blended (face-to-face and online) class. It discusses the benefits of using an online community for submitting, organising and giving feedback on images, and the impact on student learning. Key issues surrounding pedagogic planning and teaching with Flickr that were encountered in this context of the case study will also be examined, highlighting the benefits and potential issues of adopting this approach. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=655159 Launched in 2006, Infinite Thinking Machine (ITM) examines ingenuity and innovation in Education. This Internet TV show focuses on K-12 educators, parents, and teachers with inspirational video segments on using technology to advance student achievements. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=510415 The purpose of this web resource is to provide ”Just in Time” training through an online interface for K-12 educators based on the National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS-T). These standards are the basic technology skills every educator should possess. In the process, educators will develop their own skills and discover what students need in order to meet the NETS for Students. This covers a lot of educational web 2.0 tools for an educator, and includes a page of virtual session recordings and tutorials. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=524356 Download the supporting PDF file for this episode http://bit.ly/fhEFBn from the Learning to Teach Online project website.Discussions are an important component of many forms of online student interaction. For students to benefit from an online discussion, it is important for teachers to generate relevant topics, effectively moderate student activity and participate regularly. This episode will highlight several strategies to help you manage online discussions more effectively, and make them more beneficial for your students. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=662328 Dr Sanjoy Sanyal demonstrating surgical knot tying technique to students ofMedicalUniversityof the Americas (MUA) during Surgical Students' Association (SSA) meeting on22 September 2011. Video prepared by Danielle Bayoro, Med 2 student and President of SSA and Ryan Brad Fransmam, Pre-med student and Vice-president of SSA (Fall 2011); Video editing by Chris RobinsonDr Sanjoy Sanyal is Professor and Course Director of Neuroscience in MUA and Faculty Advisor of SSA in MUA.Keywords: Students Surgical Association, MUA, Surgery, Medical School, Professor, Caribbean, SSA, Technique, Neuroscience, Sanjoy Sanyal, Surgical Knot, suturing, skin, Mattress technique, Continuous suturing http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=379213 Open source web conferencing tool. From the web site, "The world's easiest web conference-lets you deliver synchronized live presentations, whiteboards, and web pages while sharing voice and video over the interntet with no download required." The free version allows users to meet with up to 20 people. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=515719 Download the supporting PDF file for this episode http://bit.ly/ijlL3g from the Learning to Teach Online project website.Engaging students in online learning is critical for success. In this episode, we speak with teachers and students about strategies for improving engagement and motivation in online learning environments. Effective facilitation, creating learning communities, strategies for motivating students, and encouraging and sustaining participation are discussed.