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Brainify & WiziQ
The Learning Center of
Lamar State College-Orange
presents . . .
online learning networks for knowledge sharing and tutorials at a distance
What is an online
learning network?
network = community
a specialized “social” network
relationships based on common
academic interests
focus is LEARNING!
The value of learning networks :
“The skill of networking should . . . be valued in learning and is the essence of Internet-based social networking environments. That is, when students realize the value in connecting with others in the learning process, the better their learning will be. Networking with experts, with peers, with additional sources of information, and so on makes the learning more interesting and also more legitimate” (Reynard, 2008, p. 3).
Two learning networks to enhance education for post-secondary students
Brainifyhttp://www.brainify.com/About/
WiZiQ http://www.wiziq.com/about_us.aspx
academic and social bookmarking and networking for college and university students and their instructors
allows students and teachers to interact in real time within virtual classrooms , share content, and create/take practice tests
membership limited to college/university students faculty/staff, no fee
anyone can join, basic membership free, fee for premium membership
Summary of features
bookmark useful websites contribute to a user-created taxonomy of academic websites browse and search watch topics
post and answer questions
create and join groups Invite others to join
send and receive messages
How Brainify can enhance LSC-O Learning Center professional practice
create group for community college learning center issues
invite learning center staff from other institutions
collect materials for planning tutorials
encourage students to register and create/join groups of academic/career interest
serve as a research tool for students
provide wide access to peers and experts
staff development student assistance
Summary of features
search for and view free tutorials, tests, and resources connect with experts and peers interactive virtual classrooms
share documents (PowerPoint, Excel, PDF, video etc.) Video, audio, chat, interactive online whiteboard Tutorial for WiZiQ Virtual Classroom
create/share content and tests recording/download of tutorials
Premium vs. Free Features Comparison
How WiZiQ can enhance LSC-O Learning Center professional practice
attend live tutorials and view archived recordings relevant to post-secondary learners and educational issues.
connect with fellow educators and experts
offer online tutorials and quizzes created by LC staff & LSC-O faculty
Access free live tutorials, recordings, practice tests, and materials in a variety of subjects
staff development student assistance
Participation in learning networks enriches the teaching and learning experience for all . . .
“Now, educational networks are, bar none, the most likely Web platform for facilitating Contributing, Collaborating, and Connecting in the meaningful way that educators have always looked for” (Hargadon, n.d., p. 2).
“For educational institutions, cultivating learners’ capabilities in exploring and exploiting knowledge from the unlimited resource in a virtual learning community can help them not only learn more efficiently, but also learn “how to learn” in the digital age” (Chen et al., 2009, p. 144).
educators students
Networks expand learning opportunities beyond traditional institutions
NetworkLearning
Community
research and inquire
connect with peers and
experts
contribute and collaborate
learn without boundaries
Brainify & WiziQ: Connecting LSC-O’s Learning Center with the World !
Welcome to the Learning Center (n.d.)
building communities of practice for staff and students
producing online tutorials and compiling libraries of information tailored to student needs and interests
eliminating barriers to learning
ReferencesChen, I., Chen, N., & Kinshuk. (2009). Examining the Factors Influencing Participants' Knowledge
Sharing Behavior in Virtual Learning Communities. Educational Technology & Society, 12(1), 134-148. Retrieved from ERIC database.
Goldberg, M. (2008, July 20). The academic world in one site [Blog post]. Retrieved January 25, 2001, from http://brainify.blogspot.com/2008/07/academic-world-in-one-site.html
Hargadon, S. (n.d.). Educational networking: The important role Web 2.0 will play in education. Retrieved January 23, 2010, from http://audio.edtechlive.com/lc/EducationalSocialNetworkingWhitepaper.pdf
Reynard, R. (2008, May 21). Social networking: Learning theory in action. T.H.E. Journal. Retrieved January 23, 2010, from http://thejournal.com/Articles/2008/05/21/Social-Networking-Learning-Theory-in-Action.aspx?Page=3
Welcome to the Learning Center [Photo]. (n.d.) . Retrieved January 23, 2010, from http://www.lamission.edu/learningcenter/
You, S. (2008, May 24). Tutorial for WiZiQ virtual classroom [Slide presentation]. Retrieved January 23, 2010, from http://www.authorstream.com/Presentation/Stan-68312-tutorial-wiziq-virtual-classroom-education-online-learning-onlinelearning-tutoring-undefined-entertainment-ppt-powerpoint/