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Reflections of online teaching and learning.

Explore the advantages and challenges of online learning, as experienced by Michael Eburn from the University of New England. Discover valuable insights on teaching materials, student preferences, and the importance of not neglecting traditional methods.

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Reflections of online teaching and learning.

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  1. Reflections of online teaching and learning. Michael EburnSchool of LawUniversity of New England

  2. Why I stand before you… • I have both taught, and studied, online; • UNE is experienced in distance education. • Very little of the literature on online learning (if any) deals with the teaching of law. • I am perceived by colleagues as a keen adopter of the technology. Michael EburnUni of New England

  3. What is online learning? • ‘… the appropriate application of the Internet, and Internet technologies, to support the delivery and management of learning skills, and knowledge.’ • Distinguished from online delivery. Michael EburnUni of New England

  4. National Centre for Vocational Education and Research • ‘… flexibility, the responsive teacher and the quality of materials and course design – are absolutely vital to effective online teaching.’ Michael EburnUni of New England

  5. Advantages of online learning • Increased flexibility • Communications opportunities • Access the virtual library Michael EburnUni of New England

  6. Costs of online learning • Financial • Opportunity • Emotional • Educational- it may lead to decreased flexibility • Time Michael EburnUni of New England

  7. What students do Michael EburnUni of New England

  8. What students say • Least useful was ‘chat’ or real time discussion facilities (44.7% rated these as not useful). • Most useful was the presence of student grades (84.4%). • Other very useful features were the presence of lecture notes (78.8%), • bulletin board (69.4%), • past exam papers (68.4%), • unit information (67.8%), and • web links (67.6%). Michael EburnUni of New England

  9. 2001 Student preference for teaching materials Michael EburnUni of New England

  10. Reflections • As a teacher • As a learner Michael EburnUni of New England

  11. Conclusion • Online learning is a valuable tool • BUT be careful not to leave the students behind • And don’t forget the well worn tools still have their use. • Thank you for your attention. Michael EburnUni of New England

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