Tools of the Trade: Communication

Tools of the Trade: Communication

CECS 5030: Introduction to the InternetDr. Cathleen Norris and Jennifer Smolka

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Essential Questions

What tools do I need to be familiar with to communicate on the Internet?

How are these tools different? How are they similar? Which tool do I choose for a

particular task?

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Objectives

Make decisions regarding the selection, acquisition, and use of software related to web mastering – considering quality, efficiency, appropriateness, & effectiveness.

Use technology tools to develop a knowledge base with a broad perspective for creating and modifying solutions to WWW mastering problems.

Communicate using email, chat, and other conferencing tools.

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Tool for Communication

Email (one to one) Mailing Lists (group) Chat Discussion Boards Asynchronous Voice Video Conferencing

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Email:Typical Classroom Uses

Collaboration for class projects between students.

Communication with parents. Communication with experts,

scientists, or educators.

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Email Uses: Expanding the Box

Send students instructions for a project.

Have students submit journals. Mail a progressive story between

students. Send answers to a test’s discussion

question.

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Email Uses: Expanding the Box

Students can communicate with you when they are at home.

Give and take a quiz. Debrief a learning activity.

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Email: Concerns

Safety – primary concern Control - responsibility Protect email address

(hosting and mailing lists)

Email Etiquette Emphasize

Acceptable Use Policy

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Email: Where to Get Started

Key Pals are like email Pen Pals. Exchanges will run more smoothly if

there is a curricular focus. The sites mentioned will assist in

connecting your classroom and are linked on the resources page.

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Mailing Lists: Nuts and Bolts

Free discussion forum. Similar interests. Ask questions and share

information.

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Mailing Lists: Nuts and Bolts

Topic is called a ‘thread’. Individual responses is ‘posting’. Postings are either in a central

location or emailed to members. Usually moderated by an

administrator.

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Mailing Lists

A vast number of mailing lists exist on any topic. Many are related to education and specific teaching areas.

The lists mentioned in the video along with many others are listed in the resources.

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Chats

To chat, students must be available at the same time.

Almost real time response. Some keep a transcript for latter

analysis. The educational chat locations

mentioned in the video are linked from the resources page.

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Chat Rooms: Use Caution

CAUTION – Safety. Individuals may hide identity and/or

purpose. Controlled access. Monitored conversations – etiquette. Advertising – appropriate for

students? Read fine print on membership

contracts – legal responsibility.

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Discussion Boards

Asynchronous Students have opportunity to review

tread before responding. Provides time to think about writing.

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Discussion Boards

Sources Blackboard Lotus Notes FrontPage generated

Ask your web manager

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Asynchronous Voice

Voice message boards Can be used for

Foreign language learning Discussions with experts

Voice boards mentioned in thevideo are linked fromthe resources page.

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Video Conferencing: Types

Desktop Units (ProShare, CUSeeMe) Ideal for person to person or small group

connections.

Portable Units (Vtel, Tanberg) Ideal for classroom integration.

Conferencing Rooms Room allocation, usually contains

additional equipment – projectors, etc.

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Video Conferencing: Connections

Person to Person Mentoring Tutoring Cross age teaching Teacher preparation for classroom

activity Classroom to Remote Site Classroom to Classroom Multipoint Connections

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Video Conferencing: Connections

Person to Person Classroom to Remote Site

Virtual field trips Interviews with experts Guest speaker

Classroom to Classroom Multipoint Connections

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Video Conferencing: Connections

Person to Person Classroom to Remote Site Classroom to Classroom

Project collaboration Cultural sharing Special presentation Teacher sharing

Multipoint Connections

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Video Conferencing: Connections

Person to Person Classroom to Remote Site Classroom to Classroom. Multipoint Connections

Staff development Multi-classroom project collaboration Teacher sharing

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Video Conferencing: Tips

Purpose Expand learning opportunity Make sure students are aware of the

curricular objectives

Plan ahead Prepare Behavior

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Video Conferencing: Tips

Purpose Plan ahead

Make connections Preplan with the other end Send questions and names of students

Prepare Behavior

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Video Conferencing: Tips

Purpose Plan ahead Prepare

Familiarize yourself with equipment Make a test call Have many phone numbers nearby

Behavior

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Video Conferencing: Tips

Purpose Plan ahead Prepare Behavior

Have clear expectations Discuss classroom etiquette Students should practice with

equipment and seating before call Especially with room units

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Video Conferencing: Opportunities

Virtual Field Trips – museum, zoo, and etc.

Expert – author, scientist, and etc. Career Investigation Conference –

professionals Collaborate with another teacher Audience for presentations

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CMC Advantages

Place independence Time Independence Speed of response Number of responses Student participation

CMC = computer mediated communication

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CMC Potential Problems

Student Behavior Lost “Connectedness” Skills

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Reference

Grabe, M. & Grabe, C., (2000). Integrating the Internet for Meaningful Learning. Boston: Houghton Mifflin Company.

CreditsCredits

The Technology Leadership Institute (TLI) is funded by the United States Department of Education's Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to use Technology (PT3) Program (Catalyst grant - P342A990323).

The Technology Leadership Institute (TLI) is funded by the United States Department of Education's Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to use Technology (PT3) Program (Catalyst grant - P342A990323).

The Technology Applications Certifications Program is funded in part by the Technology Infrastructure Fund.