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Saturday, September 3, 2011

Dillard University Students Blackboard Login


Please be advised to adhere to the following Blackboard Login format and guidelines

LoginID: first name + "." + lastname e.g. (John Smith loginID will be john.smith)


Password: 12345 (Your student ID)


If you have amy Blackboard problems please email me at aokpala@dillard.edu with the following information:


1. Your First name, Last name, Student ID#.


There is no need to come looking for me. It is just a waste of your time and efforts. An email to me is just enough to solve your login problems


Thanks


Azubike Okpalaeze, Ph.D.
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Jossey-Bass Online Teaching and Learning Online Community

The Jossey-Bass Online Teaching & Learning (OTL) Community brings together education professionals worldwide to exchange ideas, resources, and best practices that improve online education. The ongoing community features podcasts, tips, and discussions and is facilitated by a team of leading authors and online learning experts.



The centerpiece of OTL is the annual Jossey-Bass Online Teaching and Learning Conference Online. Now in its fourth year, OTL has brought together thousands of education professionals to interact online around timely topics, expertly guided by some of the leading minds in the online learning world. As a special bonus, those who participate in the online conference each receive their choice of three books — making OTL one of the most interactive, practical and useful events of the year. Participants grow their desk reference library of OTL guide books, while expanding their professional network and their repertoire of online teaching practices.


Learn more about the OTL 2011 Online Conference and join us online!
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http://www.josseybass.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-0470888423.html
Managing Online Instructor Workload: Strategies for Finding Balance and Success

Simone C.O. Conceição, Rosemary M. Lehman
ISBN: 978-0-470-88842-1
Paperback
144 pages
July 2011
US $28.00
A large number of institutions are now providing online programs, requiring instructors to change the way they think about teaching and master a distinct set of workload management skills. The first book to discuss workload management for online instructors, Managing Online Instructor Workload offers practical strategies, advice, and examples for how to prioritize, balance, and manage an online teaching workload. Based on surveys and interviews, the timely and comprehensive insight in this book is essential for online instructors, instructional designers, faculty developers and others involved in online learning.


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Managing Technological Change: Strategies for College and University Leaders (Hardcover)
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Dancing with the Devil: Information Technology and the New Competition in Higher Education (Paperback)
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Educause Leadership Strategies, Volume 1, Preparing Your Campus for a Networked Future (Paperback)
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Educause Leadership Strategies, Volume 2, The "E" Is for Everything: E-Commerce, E-Business, and E-Learning in the Future of Higher Education (Paperback)
by Richard N. Katz (Editor), Diana G. Oblinger (Editor)

The Online Teaching Survival Guide: Simple and Practical Pedagogical Tips

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ISBN: 978-0-470-42353-0
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The Online Teaching Survival Guide provides an overview of theory-based techniques for online teaching or for a technology-enhanced course, including course management, social presence, community building, and debriefing. Based on traditional pedagogical theory, this resource integrates the latest research in cognitive processing and learning outcomes. From a practical approach, this guidebook presents instructional strategies in a four-phase timeline, suitable for any online or blended course. Faculty with little knowledge of educational theory and those well-versed in pedagogy will find this book a key to developing their practical online teaching skills.



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Learning Online Info Emerging Learning Technologies News and Resources


"Common Online Learning Mistakes… And How to Avoid Them"


December 15, 2009

in Distance Learning,e-Learning,Guest,Online Courses

This is a guest post by Elizabeth O’Neill, who writes about online colleges for http://www.earnmydegree.com/

Enrolling at the Wrong School

Diploma mills are less prevalent than they used to be, but some students still waste time and money at schools that don’t adhere to industry standards. Find a program that is regionally or nationally accredited by an accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or CHEA. Search the Department of Education’s database here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation

Enrolling in the Wrong Program
Investigate whether or not the degree in question can lead to licensure (if licensure is required in your field.) Some teaching programs will not lead to state teacher certification – even if the school itself is accredited. Some programs are terminal, meaning you can’t build on them if you eventually need an advanced degree. You won’t know unless you ask. Request information from 3 or 4 enrollment counselors at the schools you’re considering, and check out online resources which offer career articles that can point you in the right direction.

Not “Owning” Your Degree
Online classes are a convenient option for millions of students, but convenient doesn’t mean carefree. Don’t expect that you’ll be handed a degree without having to earn it. Yes, you can study from home. And yes, you can set your own pace. Still, if you’re serious about broadening your career options and boosting your earning potential, you have to be dedicated to all of your assignments. You have to do the work, and genuinely care about the results.

Keeping the “Distance” in Distance Education
Online learning is not the isolating experience that some critics might allege. In fact, online students usually develop stronger connections with their classmates and instructors, because scheduled communication is a part of the course design. Most online classes require students to post comments or participate in live chat sessions. Make sure you take advantage of the interplay that’s encouraged. You’ll learn more, and you’ll develop a strong network of supporters, who can guide you throughout your career.

Wasting School Resources
As online education attracts more students, online colleges and universities are expanding their resources. In fact, many online schools provide all the support services that you would find at a campus-based school – including online libraries, career counseling, writing tutors, study support, and more. Don’t forget to access these free resources! You’ll save valuable time and energy, plus improve your learning experience.









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