Session Formats
From Active Reading to Active Construction: An Investigation of Technology-Enhanced Online Discussion Forums
Session Title: From Active Reading to Active Construction: An Investigation of Technology-Enhanced Online Discussion Forums Session Description: Active reading strategies such as highlighting and annotating have been studied for their effects on understanding complex material and their ability to support writing. Reading and writing are two key activities in online discussion forums. To encourage active […]
Empowering Students: Incorporating Library Resources in the CMS
Session Title: Empowering Students: Incorporating Library Resources in the CMS Time & Date: 2:00 P.M. – 2:55 P.M., Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Location: Rm. 185, Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKBLC) Session Description: Like the rest of society, students want resources to be “right at their fingertips”. Course Management Systems (CMS) bring together resources, such […]
Moodle Automation & Streamlining Synchronization
Session Title: Moodle Automation & Streamlining Synchronization Time & Date: 12:40 P.M. – 1:55 P.M., Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Location: Student Union Building (SUB) Partyroom Session Description: In conjunction with BCcampus, VIU was the lead institution in the Moodle Collaborative Project that brought together Capilano, NVIT, SFU, College of the Rockies, and Douglas College. Through […]
Emerging Technologies: Extending the CMS
Session Title: Emerging Technologies: Extending the CMS Time & Date: 11:00 A.M. – 12:35 P.M., Thursday, June 18, 2009 Location: Rm. 301, Lillooet Room, Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKBLC) Session Description: A hands-on workshop with lively discussion and activities that focus on emerging trends in technology that can enhance your learning and teaching environments. […]