Technology Tools for Global Learning Using the Internet as a Learning Tool Angela Benson, UIUC Lisa Thompson, UT-Arlington UB January 22-24, 2002

Technology for Global Learning 2 Introductions n Angela Benson, The University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, n Lisa Thompson, Director, Upward Bound, University of Texas at Arlington, n Participant Introductions –Name –Program –Technology use in program –Expectations for this session

Technology for Global Learning 3 Relationship to Other Sessions n Discovering, Evaluating, and Utilizing Online Resources – strategies for finding and evaluating web resources n Multi-media Technology- run your multi- media projects on the Web n Utilizing Computer Labs - working arrangements for accessing the Web

Technology for Global Learning 4 Agenda n First Segment –Resources Review –Objectives –Getting Started with Internet Tools –Internet Tools for TRIO Instructional Activities, Part 1 n Second Segment –Internet Tools for TRIO Instructional Activities, Part 2 –Case Studies and Group Activity –Action Plans and Final Questions –Evaluation

Technology for Global Learning 5 Resources Review n Using the Internet as a Learning Tool – n Using the Internet as a Learning Tool – n Resources for Online Learning – n Summary Table – Tools and Activities for Online Learning – e.htmhttp:// e.htm n Book: Learning with Technology: A Constructivist Approach by Jonassen, Peck and Wilson, ISBN: X

Technology for Global Learning 6 Objectives n After this session, you will be able to: –Identify instructional applications of 3-5 online technology tools for your TRIO program –Identify resources that you can leverage to support the online learning objectives of your TRIO program

Technology for Global Learning 7 Getting Started - Plan n Develop a technology integration plan –Contributes to program objectives –Promotes active learning for clients/students –Get computers into the hands of clients/students

Technology for Global Learning 8 Getting Started - Personnel n Build your knowledge base –acquire the knowledge yourself or secure a resource person with the knowledge (could be a TRIO client/student) “technical” technology skills “learning” technology skills

Technology for Global Learning 9 Getting Started - Partner n Leverage local resources (find partners) –Associated institutions may provide Space for labs Fully equipped labs Internet/ accounts for clients/students Technical support for equipment Technology training for staff Matching funds for any grant money received

Technology for Global Learning 10 Getting Started - Hardware n Purchase quality equipment first –“fast” computers with “fast” access 256K RAM CD-RW 40 – 80 MB hard drive 32 MB video memory 17” monitor Dell Computers at –consider portables/handhelds for student loans –Investigate wireless labs for field access

Technology for Global Learning 11 Getting Started - Software n Microsoft Office suite common, not required –Word for Word Processing –Excel for Spreadsheets –Access for Database –Powerpoint for Presentations –Frontpage for Web Development (or Netscape Composer) –Internet Explorer for Web Browser (Netscape Navigator) –Outlook for (or Netscape Messenger) n Free stuff at

Technology for Global Learning 12 Getting Started - Access n Dial-up modem access slow, but prevalent n Cable modem / DSL - fast; requires special wiring n Ethernet/T1 - fast; requires special wiring n Wireless - newer technology; requires special hardware n LowerMyBills.com –

Technology for Global Learning 13 Getting Started - Internet Safety n What/who you allow your students to access n Who/what you allow to access your students n Acceptable Use Policies – –Computer Labs section of workshop binder

Technology for Global Learning 14 Getting Started – Internet Basics n The Help Web – n The WebTeacher – n Discovering, Evaluating and Utilizing Resources on the Web – /default.htmhttp://gih.suhsd.k12.ca.us/mis/web_resources_trio /default.htm – ternet/FindInfo.htmlhttp:// ternet/FindInfo.html –

Technology for Global Learning 15 Internet Technology Tools ( ( n n Mailing lists n Newsgroups n Bulletin boards n Chat rooms n White boards n Streaming media n Web sites n Web Integrated Learning Tools

Technology for Global Learning 16 TRIO Instructional Roles n Tutor n Homework Helper n Study Skills Trainer n Field Trip Guide n Mentor / Collaborator n Instructor n Instructional Counselor/Advisor n Any others?

Technology for Global Learning 17 Internet Tutors n Discovery School – n UNC Writing Tutor – n Blackboard [Web Integrated Learning System] –

Technology for Global Learning 18 Internet Homework Helper Tools n Discovery School – n A Library Resource Page – n Ask Jeeves –

Technology for Global Learning 19 Internet Study Skills Trainers n Dr. Ah-Clem – n Richland Community College – udyskills.htmlhttp:// udyskills.html n Virginia Tech –

Technology for Global Learning 20 Internet Field Trip Guides n White House Tours – n The Field Trips Site – n Virtual Field Trips – n Other Virtual Field Trips on the Web – n Create one with your students/clients –

Technology for Global Learning 21 Internet Mentoring and Collaboration Tools n Blackboard [Web Integrated Learning Systems] – n Yahoogroups – n Groupboard – oupBoard.htmhttp:// oupBoard.htm

Technology for Global Learning 22 Instructor n Is Online Learning for Me? – ion=IsOnlinehttp://ctstate.redirect2.ecollege.com/index.real?act ion=IsOnline n Consumer’s Guide to Choosing College Courses on the Internet – n GeorgiaGLOBE – n Florida Virtual High School –

Technology for Global Learning 23 Instructional Counselor/Advisor n Getting Ready for College – – – (acquired embark.com) –

Technology for Global Learning 24 Internet Projects n Individual portfolios – – – n Student Presentations – n Student Projects –WebQuests at –TRIO Thinkquest at n Your Programs – – –

Technology for Global Learning 25 TRIO Instructional Roles n Tutor n Homework Helper n Study Skills Trainer n Field Trip Guide n Mentor / Collaborator n Instructor n Instructional Counselor/Advisor n Any others?

Technology for Global Learning 26 Case Study #1 n You need to provide career development information to your students/clients to prepare them to enter college. This is a difficult task for you because you only meet with these students/clients twice a month, at most. How can you increase your student/client interaction and help your students/clients get the information they need?

Technology for Global Learning 27 Case Study #2 n Your program office provides a great many resources for students/clients. Unfortunately, students/clients only have access to these resources during your office hours which are 8a – 5p, Mondays through Fridays. Your students/clients many times need academic support outside of these hours. How can you address their needs?

Technology for Global Learning 28 Case Study #3 n As you look around your TRIO office, you can identify many technology needs to support your administrative work. For example, you would love to have a web page where you can display student/client work and make announcements for upcoming program events. How can you meet your administrative needs and also provide a learning opportunities for your students/clients?

Technology for Global Learning 29 Case Study #4 n You have identified a wealth of resources and support for your students/clients but they don’t have web access at home. What can you do to address this situation.

Technology for Global Learning 30 Case Study #5 n Do you have one?

Technology for Global Learning 31 Action Plans n Plan n Personnel n Partner n Software n Hardware n Access n Safety n Basics

Technology for Global Learning 32 Wrap Up n Q&A n Evaluation

Technology for Global Learning 33 Additional Resources n Busy Educator’s Guide to the Web – n Instructional Design for Online Learning – ml#designingOLactivitieshttp:// ml#designingOLactivities