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Wednesday, 14 July 2004: 4:15 PM-5:00 PM |
Americas Seminar (Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel) |
J-8: Fast and Effective Training: The Scenario Based Approach |
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| Detailed Description: | With busy schedules, limited resources, and a tight schedule, training faculty to use WebCT can be very challenging. Using a scenario-based training program, Weber State University has shortened actual training time, and moved much of their material online to accommodate busy schedules and allow for limited resources. We feel our method is quicker and more effective than the traditional ‘week-long training’. |
| Presentation Format: | Showcase |
| Topic: | Empowering educators: Professional development models and methods |
| Target Audience: | E-learning Managers |
| Appropriate Audience Level: | Experienced WebCT users |
| Abstract Text: |
Abstract –
- Content - The presentation will include a brief
description of the theory behind a scenario-based approach, an outline of our
training program, a presentation on the process of developing the training,
and a demonstration of the online material and tutorials.
- Objectives - The objective of the presentation is to
briefly explore the theories, and demonstrate the usefulness of scenarios in
instruction, and specifically how those theories have been applied in
developing faculty training for WebCT Vista.
- Scope - We will not look exhaustively at the theory, nor
will it simply be a show and tell of what Weber State has done. The scope of
the presentation will focus briefly on theory, how that theory can be applied
in instruction, and specifically how our training has benefited from the
application of these theories.
- Methods – The methods we have employed in our training
is to develop a series of scenarios or problems that a student, an instructor,
or a designer may face while using WebCT Vista. Using demonstration,
scaffolding, and guided practice, our faculty members get a better
understanding of how to use Vista holistically, rather than piece by piece.
- Conclusions – We have concluded that the understanding
of the faculty has not suffered in spite of the shortened time spent in
class. We are still compiling results and will have more information at the
time of the conference.
- Recommendations – We recommend that scenarios be
integrated into the training process for WebCT users. We feel strongly that
learners are more prepared to use WebCT Vista after completing our course.
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| Session Leader: | Marion R. Jensen
Weber State University
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| Co-Presenter: | Scott Allen
Weber State University
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