Trends in Online Education 2018 Presented by: Steven McGahan, Karen Premer, Olimpia Leite-Trambly, & Eric Tenkorang

Trends Overview

Open Educational Resources Materials for education that are free to use No copyright or Creative Commons copyright Can be a large range of learning objects from videos and websites to full textbooks and interactive learning objects UNK OER Project

Augmented/Virtual Reality Either full 3D simulated worlds or overlays on the real world Dissemination of information Gaming and simulation AR/VR currently limited by technology cost and market penetration

Microlearning (Competency Based) Small learning modules No more than one learning objective per module Small bursts of information meant to teach students on- demand Demonstrate competency then moving on to the next concept Tied to Stackable Certificates

Stackable Certificates Related to badging and can be tied to microlearning Achievement is scaffolded using certificates that build upon each other Mastery is shown not at the course level, but at the unit/chapter/concept level Extension beyond traditional courses

Mobile Learning Use of mobile devices to enable learning 95% of Americans have access to a smartphone Laptop/desktop ownership is actually down to 73% Content and activities must be designed with mobile in mind Content should be adaptable

Gamification Application of game mechanics and game thinking to the process of learning Adding points or badges to an assignment is not gamification Gamification directly affects engagement and motivation The use of multiple stimuli creates a stronger memory

Interactive Syllabi Synchronous Online Learning Social Learning Learner/Student/Course Analytics

Deeper Look at 4 Trends Interactive Syllabi Synchronous Online Learning Social Learning Learner/Student/Course Analytics

Interactive Syllabi

What is this assignment? When is that paper due? Do you have office hours? What is the late policy? Source: Getty Images/iStockphoto

Traditional Syllabus Class content, teaching methods and requirements Comprehensive and detailed Contractual relationship Never ending black and white text

Interactive Syllabus Engaging Captivate and sustain interest Streamlined Student-Salient Visually- appealing ( images, color, font, charts etc.)

Syllabus Makeover: The Five ‘R’s Remove - Redundant content Reduce - Streamline Content Redirect - Link to external sources Reorganize - Front-load salient content Restyle - Aesthetically pleasing (Graphics, colors, fonts etc.) - Easy to navigate

Tech Tools for creating an Interactive Syllabus MS Office Word Google Docs Populr.me Piktochart

Examples of Interactive Syllabi http://tenkorange2.populr.me/popular-culture-and-marketing http://page.teachingwithoutwalls.com/syllabushosp

Synchronous Online Learning

What is Synchronous Online Learning? Instructors, guest experts, student learners are connected through interactive, internet-based technology in real time, from various locations. Learners can view the recorded synchronous sessions at different times.

Synchronous Online Learning Examples Past: Current Distance Education Telecourse Satellite Closed-circuit television Educational video conference Interactive webinar Chat-based online discussion

The Case FOR Synchronous Online Learning Students want interactions with others Personal engagement Dynamic learning Instructional depth Relevant experiences

Synchronous Tools from UNK Zoom Canvas - BigBlueButton Collaborative Classrooms

Synchronous Online Learning Tools and Sites Facebook Live Instagram Live Video YouTube Live Livestream Periscope (used by Twitter) Twitch (gaming) YouNow Tinychat Marco/Polo

Note about Synchronous Online Learning Online classes can have online synchronous learning sessions, BUT, instructors cannot REQUIRE students to attend the sessions in real time. Recorded sessions can be viewed by any student who was or was not able to attend the live session.

Social Learning

Social Learning is learning with and from others

Advantages Of Social Learning It empowers learners It appeals to learners of all profiles It creates a higher impact as learning through collaboration It helps learners learn faster. It can be used to support both formal and informal learning. It empowers learners and is naturally aligned with the way we earn. It appeals to learners of all profiles including Millennials. It creates a higher impact as learning through collaboration helps learners learn faster and this can be applied to work quickly. It can be used to support both formal and informal learning.

Social learning channels: Observation Reading Materials Open Educational Resources - OER Videos

Social learning channels: Collaboration Collaborative Classrooms Group Work Discussions

Social Learning Channels: Interaction with others Blogs Wiki Web Conference

Everyone is an Expert

What is the future of learning What is the future of learning? Many things are uncertain about what the future holds, but one thing is for certain: learning is shifting to a remote process, and instructors must prepare to follow suit. - Amanda Rollins

Learning Analytics

Analysis of Learning The use of data to evaluate learner performance Information collected by the LMS yields insights not available in onground settings Using data analysis of learner behaviors opens a new window Effective interpretation can reveal the why, not just the what

Big Data Vs. Small Data Big data is the use of large pools of information to identify significant trends Course level analytics tend to be small data Human observation of trends in data vs. machine calculation

A New Facet Analytics look at more than just content achievement and mastery Student behaviors are measured as secondary indicators Data has been available in the past, but the emphasis has turned to consumption and analysis

The Journey Into Analytics So where do we start? Basic metrics like time can be an easy starting place More advanced features are available in Canvas View Course Analytics from your Canvas course Home Page

Canvas Learner Analytics

Canvas Learner Analytics Demo

Effective Use of Analytics Evaluation How well are your students doing and what factors are leading to their success or failure Intervention Early identification of at-risk students in your course Encouragement Not only used to identify low achievers, but high achievers as well

Final Note Trends can be ephemeral. Some will stay, some will disappear. Use your best judgement when applying these to your teaching.

Thank You – Questions? Steven McGahan Olimpia Leite Trambly College of Arts and Sciences Natural and Social Sciences mcgahansj@unk.edu 865-8341 Olimpia Leite Trambly College of Business and Technology leitetrambod@unk.edu 865-8503 Karen Premer College of Education premerk@unk.edu 865-8840 Eric Tenkorang College of Arts and Sciences Fine Arts and Humanities tenkorange2@unk.edu 865-8271