UWS - Using Web 2.0Tools in D2L - April2011
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The document discusses the use of Web 2.0 tools to enhance e-education within the Desire2Learn platform. It covers various strategies, such as text messaging for alerts, the use of comic strips for student engagement, and embedding multimedia content, to improve student retention and participation. The author emphasizes the importance of allowing students to take more responsibility for their learning while utilizing engaging resources.
UWS - Using Web 2.0Tools in D2L - April2011
- 1. Barry DahlExcellence in e-EducationUsing Web 2.0 Tools inside Desire2LearnApril 20, 2011University of Wisconsin-Superior
- 3. http://desire2blog.blogspot.comAn e-Learning blog with a special emphasis on Desire2Learn.
- 5. Features of Web 2.0 Tools
- 6. Hand Holding?Overheard: “There’s a bit too much hand holding going on here. These students need to fend for themselves.”Also overheard: “We have huge retention issues. Going the extra mile can save a student from failing.”
- 8. Opt-in for Text MessagingNo exchange of cell phone numbers.Students can opt-out at any time.Send alerts from computer or phone.Totally free to use.Can embed page inside LMS for all to see.
- 9. Add Content with 2-clicksShare web links with Google Reader
- 10. Embed Video Playlist in D2LRecommend YouTube or Blip.tv
- 11. Framebusters
- 12. Google Voice in D2Lby Audrey Williams
- 13. A Course Content MindmapExpands to reveal many links to resources
- 14. Use SlideShare for PowerPoint SlidesUpload your finished slides, copy embed code, paste code into D2L. Can add narration.
- 15. Using Comic Stripsin Desire2Learn
- 16. Using Comics in the Online Classroom
- 17. Greet Students w/a Comic Strip on the Home Page
- 18. Include a Comic Strip in Content
- 19. Include a Comic Flip Book in Content
- 20. Traditional Approach to 1st Week Introductions
- 21. Comic Strips can be Embedded in Discussions
- 22. Comic Strips can be Used in Threaded Replies
- 23. If Embed Code is a Challenge, Just Post Link
- 24. Just Post the Link – it Opens in the Frame
- 25. Multi-page ToonBooks in Discussions
- 26. Toon Re-doo for Student AssignmentsAll students create their own ending to the same problem.
- 27. My Re-doo Attempt – Slightly IrreverentLink to this Re-doohttp://www.toondoo.com/cartoon/586532
- 28. All Sample Comics Created at Toondoo.com (Free)
- 29. Barry DahlExcellence in e-EducationUsing Web 2.0 Tools inside Desire2LearnApril 20, 2011University of Wisconsin-Superior