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Introducing Learning Object Creator: supporting a pedagogic approach to creating your own e-learning materials. Kate Borthwick Subject Centre LLAS. Effective online materials: ‘LOs’. The LLAS/UoS model: A self-contained piece of online learning material with an explicit focus
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Introducing Learning Object Creator: supporting a pedagogic approach to creating your own e-learning materials Kate Borthwick Subject Centre LLAS
Effective online materials: ‘LOs’ The LLAS/UoS model: • A self-contained piece of online learning material with an explicit focus • Consistent size (granularity) • Linear and non-linear approaches • Activity-based • Interactive tasks • Learner scaffolding • Feedback
Key features of the LOC tool • Clear pedagogic approach • Creation of activity-led online learning materials (Learning Objects) • Variety and flexibility of task type and number • Enhanced feedback mechanism • Attractive look and feel of learning material for user
Learning Object Creator (LOC) training package • Authoring tool • Pedagogic template • User guides • Training workshop
Comments from users • “Using the LOC has consolidated my views on effective learning materials and increased my understanding of effective online learning material.” (Carole Macdiarmid, University of Glasgow)
The Future • Project to develop online version of LOC with integrated pedagogical advice • Develop blended workshop • Development of LO repository on LLAS website with edited/peer-reviews LOs • Develop Discussion forum for users • Maintain and expand community of users
Further information • Contact: k.borthwick@soton.ac.uk • Information: www.llas.ac.uk/loctool • Temporary LO repository: www.llas.ac.uk/locpilot • Examples of LO model at: www.prepareforsuccess.org.uk www.elanguages.ac.uk