WP 4.2 Teaching phase of test cours
After beginning the test pilot education experiments some improvements - if possible during teaching process- will be discussed on the milestones PMM.
Despite all of the advantages of Internet, the access to this media can still represent a certain limitation for some of those wishing to undertake the course. Therefore, the CeLGAS developed a range of alternative methods of access to the course presented in the following table E.1.4.2:
Tab. E.1.4.1 Classification of e-learning models by R.H. Jackson
| 1 | A non-interactive, asynchronous e-course composed of mostly text based readings and on-line tests with little or no instructor feedback. A "correspondence-course-on-the-web" metaphor. Majority of today's on-line courses fall into this category. | |
| 2 | A limited interaction, asynchronous or synchronous e-course delivered via one or more streaming audio/video broadcasts, For live web casts, perhaps supplemented with telephone bridges or email for Q&A. A webized version of broadcast TV or satellite presentations. Since live webcasts can be archived and therefore transformed into asynchronous events, this form would constitute a webized version of videotape playback. | |
| 3 | a | An interactive, instructor-led, asynchronous e-course featuring one-on-one contact with an instructor via threads and e-mail. |
| b | An interactive, instructor-led, asynchronous e-course including student activities required within a given time frame. Such a course may focus on collaboration and group problem- solving, including peer evaluation -- a more learner-cantered approach with student-to-student as well as student-instructor interaction via discussion threads and e-mail. | |
| c | An interactive, asynchronous e-course, requiring fairly sophisticated simulations employing canned or model-driven responses to student input. Could be supplemented with synchronous collaborative tools for team conferences, a technique used by the University of Tennessee's full time MBA program's internship course. | |
| d | An interactive, instructor-led, asynchronous e-course as above but with synchronous components, such as a live virtual classroom for class, help sessions, group or one-on-one presentations, office hours, chat. | |
| 4 | An interactive, instructor-led, synchronous e-course delivered via a series of one or two-hour live Webcasts, often supplemented by notes, syllabi and grade management via an asynchronous learning management system. | |
Table E.1.4.2
| 1.Distribution of course modules material via World Wide Web. | This is the primary method of the course modules dissemination. This method of delivery is of particular importance for those who have easy access to the Internet and WWW. Apart from the course modules material, the course users are able to access the whole range of help facilities and services from the web pages of the course. |
| 2. Distribution of course modules material via e-mail. |
For those course users who have access to the Internet but prefer to receive the material via e-mail, this is made available. The method of delivery is the same as for the course modules material which is available online. |
| 3. Distribution of course modules material on CD-ROMs and floppy disks. | This method of course material distribution is available for those students who have access to computers but do not have access to the Internet or e-mail services, or those who simply prefer to have the material made available on CD-ROM or floppy disk. |
| 4. Accessing the
course modules material
from the CeLGAS |
The users of the course who do not have access to computers are able to use the facilities of CeLGAS. In fact, this opportunity is made available for all the course users regardless of their preference for the method of delivery. Apart from access to the course modules material, the CeLGAS also provide both technical and professional assistance to the course users. |
| 5. Accessing the course modules material | Those users of the course who do not have access to computers and whose residence is remote from a CeLGAS have the opportunity to access the course modules material from the co-operating distance education centers. |
| 6. Using printed material | The Consortium does not produce the course modules material in printed form. However, the material is prepared to ensure it is compatible with the printing process. Therefore, those users who want to print the material can do so. Printing and binding of the course modules material is available at the CeLGAS for an appropriate fee. |