Effective eLearning in LDB

1. Effective eLearning in LDB Jenny Kellie, Project Director Learn Direct & Build 17/03/06 Introduction I want to talk about our e construction project in the context of the second aspect of Mark�s introduction: Supporting learner transition � within and across educational institutions and work, but with the emphasis on work and also on other partner institutions. Introduction I want to talk about our e construction project in the context of the second aspect of Mark�s introduction: Supporting learner transition � within and across educational institutions and work, but with the emphasis on work and also on other partner institutions.

2. The Project Learning Transformation for MA�s in Brickwork Carpentry and Joinery Painting and Decorating Roofing and Tiling Stonework The project First a quick description of the project: The project is about transforming the learning experience for learners (in this case Modern Apprentices who are all employed) and the teaching experience for tutors in Scottish FE Construction departments - but the key to this is developing the appropriate e learning content to allow this to happen. We are developing content to provide the underpinning knowledge and understanding for level 2 and 3 SVQs that comprise the Modern Apprenticeships in: Brickwork Carpentry and Joinery Painting and Decorating Roofing and Tiling Stonework. In doing this we are attempting to reduce the time allowance for face-to-face contact between tutor and learner and allow more of the learning to take place in the workplace and at home. This is particularly important in the Highlands and Islands, where Modern Apprentices might work and live a long way from the nearest FE College and employers worry about their Apprentices being away from base. These developments do not necessarily lessen the time input for tutors but it changes their role from an emphasis on class teaching to on-line support and mentoring. Partnerships within the education, industrial and public sectors are crucial to making this happenThe project First a quick description of the project: The project is about transforming the learning experience for learners (in this case Modern Apprentices who are all employed) and the teaching experience for tutors in Scottish FE Construction departments - but the key to this is developing the appropriate e learning content to allow this to happen. We are developing content to provide the underpinning knowledge and understanding for level 2 and 3 SVQs that comprise the Modern Apprenticeships in: Brickwork Carpentry and Joinery Painting and Decorating Roofing and Tiling Stonework. In doing this we are attempting to reduce the time allowance for face-to-face contact between tutor and learner and allow more of the learning to take place in the workplace and at home. This is particularly important in the Highlands and Islands, where Modern Apprentices might work and live a long way from the nearest FE College and employers worry about their Apprentices being away from base. These developments do not necessarily lessen the time input for tutors but it changes their role from an emphasis on class teaching to on-line support and mentoring. Partnerships within the education, industrial and public sectors are crucial to making this happen

3. The FE Partners Moray College Glasgow Metropolitan College North Highland College Inverness College Aberdeen College Edinburgh�s Telford College Lauder College The FE Partners The FE partners in the Consortium Agreement are: Moray College (lead institution) Glasgow Metropolitan College (where the Project Director is based) North Highland College (where I am based) Inverness College Aberdeen College. Additional support is provided through Edinburgh�s Telford College and Lauder College, particularly through the TESEP project. More about what each partner contributes later on.The FE Partners The FE partners in the Consortium Agreement are: Moray College (lead institution) Glasgow Metropolitan College (where the Project Director is based) North Highland College (where I am based) Inverness College Aberdeen College. Additional support is provided through Edinburgh�s Telford College and Lauder College, particularly through the TESEP project. More about what each partner contributes later on.

4. Effective Practice: What? Effective eLearning should: Engage learners in the learning process Encourage independent learning skills Develop learners� skills and knowledge Motivate further learning

5. Effective Practice: How? Effective eLearning will happen if there�s: The right resources The right blend of delivery modes The right content and context The right learners The right level of support

6. Defining Approaches to Learning

7. Defining Approaches to Learning

8. Which Approach? Them all! Selection depends on: Subject Learners Values Practitioners

9. Technology Needs Connectivity � access to information on a global scale Flexibility � learning occuring any place, any time Interactivity � immediate and autonomous assessment Collaboration � discussion forums supporting collaborative learning beyond the traditional classroom Extended Opportunities � reinforcement and extension of classroom-based learning Motivation � providing interest, engagement and fun Compliant � SCORM, W3C and infrastructure Industry Standard � common toolsets, IP transfer and rapid development

10. The Solution Design for best learning, not best use of technology!