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| Description: | This poster presentation demonstrates the structure currently deployed at McGill University to support effective integration of WebCT in a hybrid course environment. This presentation caters to those interested in the elements of that implemention. |
| Presentation Format: | Poster |
| Topic: | Deploying enterprise e-learning: Strategies for success |
| Target Audience: | Course Designers, Faculty and Other Instructors, Senior Administrators, E-learning Managers, K-12 Educational Staff |
| Appropriate Audience Level: | Beginning or new users of WebCT, Experienced WebCT users |
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| Abstract Text: | This poster presentation demonstrates the structure currently deployed at McGill University to promote effective integration of WebCT in a hybrid course environment. Our model shows how we use the stakeholders’ needs to bridge the gap between the stakeholders and WebCT. We will detail how each element touches on the needs of the stakeholders, namely students, instructors (course designers), and WebCT coordinators. Our main objectives are to outline the elements necessary to implement WebCT in an educational institution, and demonstrate the need to align the stakeholders’ needs to foster effective integration of WebCT in a hybrid course environment. The scope of this presentation ranges from presenting the major elements of integrating Web course technology in an institution, to the actual details of materials used when catering to the WebCT user community. The elements that are used to bridge the gap between the stakeholders and WebCT are: the technical set up and administration of the tool, technical facilitation, training, helpdesk support, support material, and communication. Evidence of the success of this model is seen in the rising enthusiasm of the WebCT user community, as reflected in the increasing number of courses that utilize WebCT at McGill and training workshop attendees, as well as workshop evaluations. Educators wishing to establish effective e-learning practices must be aware that, in order to effectively use a tool such as WebCT, they must bridge the gap between the tool and the stakeholders. Most importantly, the stakeholders’ needs should be at the foundation of the structure, rather than the e-learning tool itself. A constant exchange of feedback between the different teams involved in administering and implementing the tool is crucial. The flexibility to adapt and change in accordance to the stake holder’s needs is essential in order for this model to succeed. |
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