Implementation of the Ford PAS Web-based Curriculum Dr. Christal C. Pritchett SBEA Conference October 20, 2006
What is Web-based Learning? Web-based instruction is instructional programs using attributes and resources of the World Wide Web to create a meaningful learning and interactive environment (Khan, 1997).
What is Web-based Learning? Some researchers extend the definition to encompass Web-based learning in a constructivist and contextual learning environment (Relan & Gillani, 1997). Contextual learning is a method of instruction that enables students to apply new knowledge and skills to real life situations.
What is Web-based Learning? According to Berns (2004), contextual learning brings reality into the classroom, helps students find meaning in their lessons, connects the content of a class with a context, and motivates students through meaningful experiences.
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Ford PAS Program Ford Partnership for Advanced Studies (PAS) Program Grant Web-based Curriculum created by EDC Implemented in classrooms
Ford PAS Program Ford PAS Program Curriculum Assessment Administered to students in the program Beginning, middle, and end of school year Results were analyzed
Ford PAS Program Results Table 1 Post-graduation Plans _________________________________________________________________________________________________ CategoriesPercentSDPercentSD August 2005December 2005 _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Very Likely Student Will Attend College Business Related Career Engineering Related Career Technology Related Career _________________________________________________________________________________________________
Ford PAS Program Results Table 2 Students’ Perceptions of Ford PAS Curriculum ________________________________________________________________________________________________ CategoriesPercentSDPercentSD August 2005December 2005 ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Activities & Modules Overall Ford PAS Program How Up-to-date the Materials Are Very Likely the Student Will Take Another Ford PAS Class Somewhat Likely the Student Will Take Another Ford PAS Class ________________________________________________________________________________________________
Ford PAS Program Results Table 3 Students’ Perceptions of Web-based Curriculum ________________________________________________________________________________________________ CategoriesPercentSDPercentSD August 2005December 2005 ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Very Useful in Students’ Learning Somewhat Useful in Students’ Learning Better Suited to Students’ Learning Needs ________________________________________________________________________________________________
Ford PAS Program Results Table 4 Students’ Perceptions of Working in Teams & Groups _______________________________________________________________________________________________ CategoriesPercentSDPercentSD August 2005December 2005 _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Student Enjoys Teams/Groups Enhances Students’ Learning Experience _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Web-based Learning Future Trends Conclusions
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References Berns, G. (2004, April). Advancing student achievement in marketing through contextual learning. Business Education Forum, 58(4), Khan, B. H. (Ed.). (1997). Web-based instruction. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Educational Technology Publications. Relan, A., & Gillani, B. B. (1997). Web-based information and the traditional classroom: Similarities and differences, In B. H. Khan (Ed.), Web-based instruction (pp ). Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Educational Technology Publications.
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