Synchronous vs. Asynchronous If you want to do synchronous
activities, make sure it is genuinely feasible and
justifiable.
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Instructions Make instructions as clear as possible.
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Queries Consider using a group email address for queries.
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Tools to use Dont use any tool simply because its new, fun,
jazzy, impressive, etc
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Access Dont assume that all learners will be able to access any
web-based resource- Firewalls, versions of software, speed of
internet connection, etc, can all cause problems!
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Groups Groupwork can work, but think about how you put people
into groups, bearing in mind language issues, location, etc
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International Students e-Learning can provide a range of
support options for students with English as a second language, so
consider things such as recording lectures so that they can be
re-watched online.
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Adaptation Many existing teaching materials can be adapted for
e- Learning, such as PowerPoint presentations, simply by adding
narration or more detailed text.
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Technical Issues Make sure you know what technical support you
can AND cant provide, and try to ensure that learners know where to
go for help in their own workplaces, etc.
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Learning Objectives Above all, be guided by learning objectives
when designing e- Learning materials.
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Acknowledgements Thanks to my colleague Claire Beecroft. Images
for slides 4-11 courtesy of Microsoft Clip Art via PowerPoint
Photos on slides 2-3 by Anthea Sutton