CSCL2003 - T1: Designing E-Learning Using Learner-Centered Design: Full day tutorial at CSCL 2003, Saturday June 14, 2003

Designing for Change in Networked Learning Environments

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T1: Designing E-Learning Using Learner-Centered Design

Full day tutorial at CSCL 2003, Saturday June 14, 2003

Carolyn Gale, Stanford University, USA

Seminar room 1, Saturday June 14th, 09:00-17:00 (9am-5pm, includes one hour lunch break)

Overview

This tutorial gives designers insight into what constitutes effective e-learning (Web-based, asynchronous, collaborative) experiences. It is also relevant for newcomers to CSCL, to learn and apply principles of Learner-Centered Design in a real context. The ultimate goal is to help all participants better connect pedagogy with current technologies being developed for e-learning.

Intended Audience

Attendees new to CSCL wishing an overview of Learner-Centered Design, and those interested in designing online learning environments.

Theme and Goals

This tutorial will give designers insight into what constitutes effective e-learning (Web-based, asynchronous, collaborative) experiences. Also, newcomers to CSCL can learn more about Learner-Centered Design to learn and apply principles of Learner-Centered Design in a real context. The ultimate goal is to help all participants better connect pedagogy with current technologies being developed for e-learning.

At the completion of this tutorial, participants will

Learn theories and models behind effective e-learning design and assessment
See examples of activities that support effective, engaging e-learning
Learn to critically evaluate e-learning platform designs
Conceptualize learner-centric UI/UE designs that support e-learning activities

Activities

The tutorial will be a combination of lecture, moderated small group discussion, and practical exercises. Emphasis will be put on the group discussions and practical exercises, which reflect their importance in online courses.

Instructor

Carolyn Gale is the Director of the Stanford Research Communication Program. Previously, Carolyn worked in various education technology research and evaluation positions, particularly in designing and evaluating online learning environments. Her past work in this area spanned a number of fields: US middle and high schools, community colleges, university engineering and management programs, and nonprofit organizations. Carolyn holds degrees in Computer Science and Instructional Technology, both from Vanderbilt University.

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