http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:52:08 PDT Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:52:08 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=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=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. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=662335 Demonstration of interrupted skin suturing techniques by Vertical (Halstead) and Horizontal matress by Dr Sanjoy Sanyal, Professor and Course Director of Neuroscience, during Students' Surgical Association meeting in Medical University of the Americas (MUA) on 20 October 2011 (Thursday). Cameraman was Obed Adarkwah, Med 3 student.Danielle Bayoro was Med 2 student and President of SSA and Ryan Brad Fransmam, Pre-med student and Vice-president of SSA (Fall 2011)Keywords: Students Surgical Association, MUA, Surgery, Medical School, Professor, Caribbean, SSA, Technique, Neuroscience, Sanjoy Sanyal, Surgical Knot, suturing, skin, Mattress technique, surgery http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=662283 Dr Sanjoy Sanyal demonstrating surgical knot tying technique to students of Medical University of the Americas (MUA) during Surgical Students' Association (SSA) meeting on 22 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)Dr Sanjoy Sanyal is Professor and Course Director of Neuroscience in MUA and Faculty Advisor of SSA in MUA. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=662289 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)Dr Sanjoy Sanyal is Professor and Course Director of Neuroscience in MUA and Faculty Advisor of SSA in MUAKeywords: Students Surgical Association, MUA, Surgery, Medical School, Professor, Caribbean, SSA, Technique, Neuroscience, Sanjoy Sanya, Surgical Knot http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=662337 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 Robinson. The students found the learning experience very useful during their Clinical Rotations in US.Dr 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