1. The Open University of Japan
Digital Literacy Training for Elderly Students at the Open University of Japan ECDL2013 Istanbul
Makiko Miwa
Hideaki Takahashi
Emi Nishina
Yoko Hirose
Yoshitomo Yaginuma
Akemi Kawafuchi
Toshio Akimitsu
　　The Open University of Japan

2. Outline Definition Background Related Studies Method
Instructors’ Community of Practices
Future Plan

3. Definition Information Literacy
techniques and skills’ known by the information literate for utilizing the wide range of information tools & primary sources in molding information solutions to their problems’ (Zulkowski, 1974).
digital literacy, network literacy, media literacy, and library literacy for lifelong learning (Chevillotte, 2010)
Knowledge Economy
people need to keep learning, even after graduating from formal education, to cope with the rapid changes in society

4. ICT Implementation at OUJ
Background
ICT Implementation at OUJ
Nation-wide Intranet for
Broadcasted TV & Radio on VOD
E-Learning for Remedial Learning
Online Library Services
Online Course Registration
Notification of Examination Results
for All Students
Single Sign-on
Students’ Usage is Limiting
=> Digital Literacy Training

5. Characteristics of OUJ Students Age Distribution (Spring, 2012)
Background
Characteristics of OUJ Students Age Distribution (Spring, 2012)
One-third of Students are Over 50 (21.2% are Over 60)
Elderly Students Has Little PC/Internet Experience
=> Face to Face Digital Literacy Training at All Study Centers

6. Method Participatory Action Research
experimental research focuses on the effects of researchers’ direct actions of practice within a participatory community with the goal of improving the performance quality of the community
a way to increase understanding of how change in one's actions or practices can mutually benefit a community of practitioners (McNiff, 2002; Reason & Bradburym, 2001; Carr & Kemmis 1986; Masters, 1995).

7. Course Development Process
Method: Course Design
Course Development Process
Date
Event
Dec. 2009
Establish DLT Taskforce
Jan. 2010
Develop the syllabus
May 2010
First announcement on the DLT course on OUJ promotion TV program
Jul. 2010
Compilation of textbook
Sep. 2010
Faculty development (FD) seminar on how to teach DLT course
Oct. 2010
Begin DLT course offering
Broadcast first DLT course on OUJ promotion TV program
Nov. 2010
FD luncheon seminar to share teaching experience (1)
Dec. 2010
FD luncheon seminar to share teaching experience (2)
Feb. 2011
FD luncheon seminar to share teaching experience (3)
Apr. 2011
FD seminar on how to teach DLT course (video recorded)
Jul. 2011
Revision of textbook (version 2)
Sept. 2011
FD seminar to introduce revised textbook
Feb. 2012
FD seminar to invite local instructors
Jul, 2012
Revision of textbook (version 3)
Sep, 2012

8. A Common syllabus Method: Course Design Course Category Basic Class
Course Name
Beginner’s Course in Personal Computers
Course Description
This course is for students to learn to use a PC for the first time. It includes learning how to use the keyboard and mouse, how to find information on the Internet, how to use , and how to use Word and PowerPoint. Students will be able to access ICT at the OUJ, including Wakaba, Campus-Net, and Digital Library Services.
Course Contents
How to use a PC (keyboard & mouse)
Introduction to Word
Security and etiqutte
Using ICT-based services and systems at the OUJ
Learning management systems and video conference systems
Report-writing using Word
Preparing presentations using PowerPoint
How to use UPO-NET (Self-regulated remedial learning materials)
Message to Students
You will learn how to use a PC from the beginning. You will be able to use these PC skills in your future study at the OUJ. The lecturer and teaching assistants will help you whenever you request.
Grading
Your grade is based on your course attendance.

9. Age Distribution of DLT Students
Method: Course Design
Age Distribution of DLT Students
Inner: male
Outer: Female
Spring, 2010
Inner: male
Outer: Female
Fall, 2011

10. Students’ Learning Outcome
Method: Formative Evaluation
Students’ Learning Outcome

11. Students’ Learning Outcome
Method: Formative Evaluation
Students’ Learning Outcome

12. Students’ Learning Outcome
Method: Formative Evaluation
Students’ Learning Outcome

13. Students’ Learning Outcome
Method: Formative Evaluation
Students’ Learning Outcome

14. Students’ Self-efficacy
Method: Formative Evaluation
Students’ Self-efficacy

15. Conceptual Framework Community of Practices
Instructors’ Community of Practices
Conceptual Framework
Community of Practices
a group is created specifically with the goal of gaining knowledge related to their field through the process of sharing information and experiences by the members learn from each other, and have an opportunity to develop themselves personally and professionally (Lave & Wenger 1991).

16. Moodle-site for Sharing Teaching Tips
Instructors’ Community of Practices
Moodle-site for Sharing Teaching Tips
Topic Outline
Navigation
9/1 Support Page for “Introduction to PC” is now Open
My home
Site page
My profile
My course
How to use this site
General Information
Textbook
Introduction
Syllabus 2012 Fall
First half
Last half
Corrections

17. Moodle-site for Sharing Teaching Tips
Instructors’ Community of Practices
Moodle-site for Sharing Teaching Tips
PPT for instructors
Teaching Assessment Report 2010/21
Teaching Assessment Report 2011/01
Forum
Video captured FD seminar
Date: 2012/2/23 14:00-16:00
Place: OUJ Special Meeting Room
Attendee: Lecturers of Introduction to PC
Topic: Digital Literacy Training at OUJ
User Name: xxxx Password: yyyy

18. Quality Control Mechanisms for DLT
Instructors’ Community of Practices
Quality Control Mechanisms for DLT
Common syllabus (prepared by DLT/TF)
Common textbook (prepared by DLT/TF)
Common slides (prepared by DLT/TF)
Checklists (pre/post) (prepared by DLT/TF)
Course evaluation by students
FD Seminar (organized by DLT/TF)
Teaching assessment report (prepared by instructors)
Moodle discussion board (start from Fall 2012)
Refine & Update Teaching Materials & Practices

19. PDCA Cycle
Instructors’ Community of Practices

20. Community of Instructors
Future Plan
Community of Students
SC A
SC E
SC D
SC F
SC G
SC C
SC B
Community of Instructors

21. Conclusion Goal: Improve OUJ students digital literacy skill
Method: Participatory Action Research
Quality control mechanisms for DLT
Common syllabus (prepared by DLT/TF)
Common textbook (prepared by DLT/TF)
Common slides (prepared by DLT/TF)
Checklists (pre/post) (prepared by DLT/TF)
Course evaluation by students
FD Seminar (organized by DLT/TF)
Teaching assessment report (prepared by instructors)
Moodle discussion board (start from Fall 2012)
Using PDCA cycle to refine teaching materials and practices
Future Plan: encourage local instructors & PC Clubs to develop a community of practices at each study center

22. Thank You
Question?