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E-Learning — The Practice in School of Business, Renmin University of China. Erming Xu, Ph.D. School of Business Renmin University of China emxu@ruc.edu.cn. Mission. We educate the leaders under the emerging economy. Existing problems.
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E-Learning — The Practice in School of Business, Renmin University of China Erming Xu, Ph.D. School of Business Renmin University of China emxu@ruc.edu.cn Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
Mission • We educate the leaders under the emerging economy. Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
Existing problems 1. Course contents are expressed in only one way,therefore does not stimulate the student’s interest in learning Similar to regular textbook Non-interactive textbook Same as class lecture notes or merely a repetition of the slideshow information. POWERPOINT lecture notes Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
Shortage of course-related info and relative cases 2. Insufficient learning resources Text Collection Exam Questions Collection Shortage of Mechanisms of sharing educational resources Teacher Learning materials Reference materials Inquiry Manual Online Support Shortage of case-based studies and question-solving activities E-Learning —— Resource Building is the center Student Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
3. Professor’s Educational Views must be constantly updated A. Strengthen educational training in order to aid teachers in changing their traditional concepts Eliminate the teacher’s resistance and fear towards modern teaching ideas. B. Teacher’s concentration on “how-to-teach” Research on how to motivate students and teach them “how-to-study” Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
Post-graduate 404 Undergraduates 1533 Enrolled Students MPAcc 100 Graduates 1400 MBA 790 EMBA 106 3247 Doctorates 314 Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
RBS’ Blackboard Implementation Timeline • Software installation: Jan. 2004 • Staff Training: Feb.17th ~ • Faculty Training: Feb. 20th, 24th, and 25th ~ • Uploading of all class materials on Bb by all faculty members of RBS
Number of Subjects 207 Total number of visits 1028708 Number of Users 3548 Number of Registered Users 2704 Number of Student Users 2694 Number of Faculty Users 144 Highest Number of visitors (March 8th, 2004) 20326 Average Daily Visits 7454 2004 Spring Semester Statistics From Feb. 16th 2004 00:00:00 to July 2nd 2004 00:00:00 Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
Number of Subjects 180 Total number of visits 475217 Number of Users 4032 Number of Registered Users 2960 Number of Student Users 2694 Number of Faculty Users 130 Highest Number of visitors (October 18th, 2004) 18935 Average Daily Visits 8640 Current Semester’s Statistics From Sept. 1st 2004 00:00:00 to Oct. 20th 2004 00:00:00 Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
Changes brought on by Bb: • The volume of course information has greatly increased; classroom teaching has been further extended, supplemented and strengthened; students are able to gain a deeper understanding of the course. Textbooks as the only means of teaching Environment and resources of teaching under E-Learning
Distribution of 400 student surveys; collected 374 Even after class has ended, the discussion continues, through which the students can grasp a deeper understanding of the course.
Changes brought on by Bb: 2.Motivating students to become more active, more innovative and promoting their own personal growth. Case-study Bb fosters a flexible teaching method, providing the students with a relaxing communication atmosphere while encouraging fruitful interaction between the students and teacher. Research Cooperation
Changes brought on by Bb: 3.Improvement on the interaction between participants: Providing multi-faceted communication media, where students can express opinions freely and post questions at all times. Discussion Board、 Digital Dropbox、 Email Dissolves the limits set by time and distance,improves the conditions of communication between teachers and students and amongst students. Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
RBS Web Support System Survey Sample ratio for students is 11.7%(374 students) Sample ratio for teachers is 22.5%(27 teachers) Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu
Sharing of all available resources with renowned schools and professors around the globe Perspectives for the future: E-library Material Warehouse Case Warehouse Teaching Resource Warehouse Questions Warehouse Meticulous design of the curriculum with systematic and interesting planning Lecture Notes Collection Intellectual and interactive Multimedia Network courses Audio&Video Collection System of Scientific Assessment Ideal E-Learning System Renmin University of China Dr.Erming Xu