Course ePortfolio

Global eLearning Courses

The Online Master of Science in Global eLearning equips specialists in education for practice in public education, private education, business, industry, and non-profit organizations. Learning and technology are intertwined as we develop the next generation of enhanced training, development, and teaching to engage learners with key components of instructional technology. Technology provides access to all forms of education and this program will teach educators how to implement technology across curricula and classrooms of all kinds. With a blend of theory and technical skills, this program will prepare teachers and corporate trainers alike.

Date Added to MERLOT:: February 14, 2014
Created by:: Rick Lumadue
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Prerequisites

None

Pedagogical Approach & Learning Outcomes

Pedagogical Approach

None

Learning Outcomes

1. Metacognition - Students will demonstrate the knowledge and skills for designing, developing, and evaluating personal strategies for learning and leading.

2. Communication - Students will communicate ideas and content to actively engage participants.

3. Digital Fluency - Students will evidence digital fluency in the adoption and integration of appropriate technologies into digital presentations.

4. Cultural Fluency - Students will evidence understanding of generational and cultural learning styles.

5. Global Fluency - Students will develop instructional materials appropriate for a global perspective.

6. Servant Leadership - Students will practice the principles of servant leadership as espoused by Robert Greenleaf.

7. Commitment to Life-Long Learning - Students will evidence a commitment to lifelong learning in the production and evaluation of learning materials.

Assessment & Other Information

Assessment

ePortfolio, digital artifacts

Other Information

None

Course Resources

Going Global (Online Course)

This course provides an overview of the factors that have resulted in the globalization of education. The ramifications... More

This course provides an overview of the factors that have resulted in the globalization of education. The ramifications of globalization on education will be analyzed. Topics include the impact of colonialism on the world system, an examination of the media’s influence and it’s effect on globalization, the process of developing an intercultural competency will be developed. Also, the foundations for multicultural teaching will be examined. The process for developing intercultural sensitivity will be explored along with other relevant issues for developing intercultural competency. A set of companion iBooks is available for free from the iTunes Bookstore: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/globalization-in-education/id707039313?mt=11 https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/globalization-in-education/id720137268?mt=11
Intercultural Education (Online Course)

This course provides an introduction to intercultural education in a global context. Topics include an overview of... More

This course provides an introduction to intercultural education in a global context. Topics include an overview of culture, communication and interpersonal relationship, nonverbal codes and cultural space. The implications of the 21st century classroom as a global community will be examined along with the process for getting to know another culture. The challenges that are presented in intercultural education will be discussed from the perspective of nurturing and welcoming the changes. A set of companion iBooks is available for free from the iTunes Bookstore: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/globalization-in-education/id733811986?mt=11 https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/globalization-in-education/id755451340?mt=11
Theories of Adult Learning (Online Course)

This course explores adult development to promote an expanded understanding of issues and practices in adult education.... More

This course explores adult development to promote an expanded understanding of issues and practices in adult education. The course focuses on three core areas of concern in adult education: the roots of andragogy, advances in adult learning, and practice in adult learning. A companion iBook is available for free from the iTunes Bookstore: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/andragogy-is-not-adult-pedagogy/id691310464?mt=11
Generational Issues in Global Education (Online Course)

This course provides an introduction to generational issues in global education. Topics include a comparison of the... More

This course provides an introduction to generational issues in global education. Topics include a comparison of the strengths and weaknesses of the generational styles of learning, parallels between the different generations, facilitating collaboration between the generations rather than isolating the cohort experience of each generation, the learning style of the different generations and a pedagogy for the 21st century. A companion iBook is available for free from the iTunes Bookstore: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/generational-issues-in-global/id815896623?ls=1&mt=11
Designing and Evaluating Curriculum (Online Course)

This course provides teachers with knowledge and skills needed for designing, developing, and evaluating curricula.... More

This course provides teachers with knowledge and skills needed for designing, developing, and evaluating curricula. Emphasis will be placed on formulating course goals and objectives and on developing a variety of measurement instruments. The assignements in this course will culminate in the creation of a syllabus for a selected course of instruction. A companion iBook is available for free from the iTunes Bookstore: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/building-blocks-effective/id675028269?mt=11
Utilizing Effective Instructional Technologies (Online Course)

This course provides an overview of instructional technologies that may be integrated into teaching educational content... More

This course provides an overview of instructional technologies that may be integrated into teaching educational content in a digital format. Students will create an Online Course Shell to develop their skills in building learning materials to be integrated for online delivery. Students will learn how Web 2.0 technologies are impacting education. Students will analyze some innovative ways to integrate Web 2.0 technologies for education. A description of the paradox of utilizing technology for education will be given. Innovative examples of integrating Web 2.0 Technology for education will also be examined.
Organization and Implementation of Work Based Learning (Online Course)

This course provides an introduction to the organization and implementation of work-based learning programs. Topics... More

This course provides an introduction to the organization and implementation of work-based learning programs. Topics include the organizational environment and an analysis of the types of organizational programs needed to address organizational culture and needs. The course also includes an overview of legal issues. The process for conducting and implementing a needs assessment will be examined. Specific legal issues to meet the training needs of specific organizations will be identified. A companion iBook is available for free from the iTunes Bookstore: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/needs-assessment/id664713763?mt=11
Research Methodology (Online Course)

This course provides a study of research methodologies with appropriate practical application in relevant problem... More
Fundamentals of Active Engagement (Online Course)

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of active engagement. Issues include assessing training needs... More

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of active engagement. Issues include assessing training needs and participants, developing active training objectives, creating practical opening activities, preparing brain-friendly lectures, designing active training exercises, creating e-learning applications, and the process. A companion iBook is available for free from the iTunes Bookstore: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/fundamentals-active-engagement/id850595596?mt=11
Transformational Global Leadership (Online Course)

This course will introduce you to Transformational Global Leadership. This course provides an introduction to the... More
Intro. to Presentation Design (Online Course)

This course is designed to help teachers and trainers move their training and facilitation skills to the next level of... More

This course is designed to help teachers and trainers move their training and facilitation skills to the next level of performance. Topics cover a wealth of issues including where to begin with online learning. For example, how to use case studies, conduct inventories, exercises, games, and simulations, facilitate role-plays, as well as conduct effective and safe demonstrations. The use of technology to develop effective, transformational online learning experiences will also be discussed. A companion iBook is available for free from the iTunes Bookstore: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/intro.-to-presentation-design/id884768442?ls=1&mt=11
Capstone in Global eLearning (Online Course)

This is a capstone course for the Master of Science Degree in the Global eLearning program. Topics include an analysis... More

This is a capstone course for the Master of Science Degree in the Global eLearning program. Topics include an analysis of servant leadership, a discussion of effective strategies for working in the field of global eLearning with special attention given to globalization, the appreciation of human diversity, and a commitment to life-long learning. The course will include assessment of student mastery of all programmatic learning outcomes for the MS in the Global eLearning program.