NETC08 session 1087

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Session Name: Effectiveness of Blended E-Learning Tools to Teach Knowledge Economy Programming: A Case Study
Session Number: 1087
Location: Mendenhall
Day and Time: Wednesday, 8:30 - 9:15 am
Format: Presentation
Topic: eLearning / Distance Education
Level: Introductory

Session Abstract:

 

Introduction

Our workshop will describe and discuss the effectiveness of a blended e-learning program piloted by OSU Extension in 2007. The pilot focused on testing numerous Web 2.0 tools to teach concepts about the Knowledge Economy. Participants for the program will learn about:

  • the goals of the blended e-learning program and its connection to Extension professional development
  • the use of a one-day technology bootcamp to train Extension Educators about Web 2.0 tools and their use
  • the process used to deliver educational materials and create dialogue

specific tools used to deliver the program

Overview

The program was supported by an OSU Extension Venture grant designed to seed innovative new programming and delivery methods. Additional resources were provided by in-kind services from a teaching team comprised of technology specialists and Extension specialists. Specific program goals were to concurrently increase understanding of Knowledge Economy programming and promote the use and adoption of new technology tools.

Ten OSU Extension Professionals were selected via an application process to participate in the pilot. Each participant received an iPod, headset (selected for internet telephony and digital recording for podcasts), web-camera and detailed resource materials about both the technology tools and the subject matter.

The participants participated in a day long boot camp to learn about the new technology tools and download needed software. Five additional Knowledge Economy sessions were delivered via web based tools. A final session on campus was used to share class projects.

Tools Used and Evaluation

Tools tested during the course included:

  • Skype
  • Podcasts
  • Blogs
  • Aggregator
  • iPod/iTunes
  • Headphone/Web Camera
  • Podcasting tools (Audacity and Camtasia for enhanced podcasts)

A LOGIC model evaluation was used for the course. Evaluations of each tool will also be discussed including current satisfaction of the tools, current use during the course and future expected use of the tools. Evaluations also measured pre and post levels of learning. All tools used scored between a 3.9 and a 4.9 on every scale with a five being the highest possible score. Future evaluations are planned at 12, 18 and 24 months.
Led By: Jerold Thomas, Center Director, OSU Extension Center at Lima
Steve Lichtensteiger

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