Online Course Development: Merging Theory & Practice. Katia Passerini NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

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1 Online Course Development: Merging Theory & Practice Katia Passerini NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 1

2 Approaches to Online Learning Synchronous (same time - anyplace) Asynchronous (anytime anyplace) Formal Learning VoIP call/video conferencing (tutor-led) Web-LMS, KLM (chat / whiteboard) Live Webinar (narrate presentation with interactivity) e Live Podcasts and Vodcasts Blended Learning Web-based courses, LMS, KLM (content access/forums) Listservs and s Multimedia CBT on-line Games and Simulations e e Mobile Learning Blogs and Wikis (structured) Informal Learning 2 VoIP call/video conferencing (jobtask related) Virtual Brainstorming sessions (whiteboard, VoIP) e Enhanced Instant Messaging (shared Web spaces for voice, chat, video) Community of Practice (CoP) (listservs, s, forums, KM spaces) Informal Social Networks e e Mobile Learning Blogs and Wikis (unstructured with user control)

Simulations e e Mobile Learning Blogs and Wikis (structured) Informal Learning 2 VoIP call/video conferencing (jobtask related) Virtual Brainstorming sessions (whiteboard, VoIP) e Enhanced Instant

3 3 Online Learning Key Elements and Success Factors Content Context Culture Characteristics Computing Communication Collaboration Control Engagement Mix theory & practice Interactivity Lots of activities Feedback Timely guidance

Communication Collaboration Control Engagement Mix

4 Blended Learning: Some examples of merging theory & practice MIS 363 Project Management for Managers EMBA 699 Project Management 4

5 Content: Project Management Resources The Project Management Institute (PMI.org) 5 Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified Associate in PM (CAPM) The Project Management Book of Knowledge Online: i.e. Frame, D. Managing Projects in Organizations Books & Materials (including CD- ROM)

Associate in PM (CAPM) The Project Management Book of Knowledge Online: i.e. Frame, D.

6 6 Mix theoretical content with practice elements (ctd.)

7 Mix Face-to-Face (F2F) and online sessions Students will Be able to explain the Fundamentals of Project Mgt Project budgets, timelines, specifications Project lifecycle Skills developed Content-specific skills Recognize and use Project Scheduling techniques Milestones, Gantt, Precedence Diagrams, PERT and Critical Path Familiarize with Project Control mechanisms Examining variances, project plan and human resource controls Critical Thinking & Analytic skills Financial Controls, cumulative project variance, earned value approach 7 Calculating estimates to complete (ETC) Financial considerations Top-down and bottom up cost estimating, opportunity costs, TVM, DCF, IRR, capital budgeting techniques Covered in an online module Critical Thinking & Analytic skills

variances, project plan and human resource controls Critical Thinking & Analytic skills Financial Controls, cumulative project variance, earned value approach 7 Calculating estimates to

8 Mix F2F and online sessions Students will Skills developed Understand team management Types of teams and team lifecycle Covered in an online module Teamwork skills Recognize the importance of Project documentation and evaluation Mechanisms and tools for document management and project evaluation Communication skills 8 Recognize available software for Team and Project Management Sample PM software (Excel; MS Project; other open-source software) Technology skills

evaluation Mechanisms and tools for document management and project evaluation Communication skills 8 Recognize

9 Theory & Practice: Blended Learning for CAPM Training & the PM Triathlon 9

10 Explain why over & over again Certifications Open Job Opportunities Job that listed on PMP in SKILLS in = >1,000 (as of 02/08/12) CAPM is a preliminary proxy to show PM knowledge For those starting in PM 10

11 CAPM OR Link to opportunities 11

12 Tell them what they will gain The Triathlon Intercollegiate competition /intercollegiate-project-managementtriathlon.html Local and National PMI PRESS releases n=com_content&view=article&id=289%253aac ademic-outreach&catid=75%253afrontpage&itemid=1 Opportunity to practice CAPM questions Take the exam right after the Triathlon! A (paid) Trip with A Team 12

html Local and National PMI PRESS releases http://www.pittsburghpmi.org/index.php?

13 Show Success Stories What? Compete on PM basic know-how in jeopardy-style 13

14 Competing for prizes (Sat + ½ Sunday) Hands-on 1. Team Quiz Bowl 2. Individual Quiz Bowl 3. Quick Fire Team Challenge (case-simulation) 14

15 Other stuff Team challenges 15

16 Preparation (ONLINE) Leverage online prep & incentivize! 1) USE the GUIDE The PMP exam: how to pass on your first try 2) Register to the online site Enter the code assigned to you You are now part of the TEAM! You can do your CBT training and test taking We will be monitoring your progress 3) Become a Student PMI member ($40) Register for the CAPM exam ($225) Take as soon as you can, after the Triathlon Get your refund as soon as you get your certificate! 16

com Enter the code assigned to you You are now part of the TEAM!

17 Monitor Progress 17

18 Blended Learning Examples - EMBA Include Online sessions 2. Online Guest Speaker/s Webex 3. Camtasia Studio recording of software instructions 18

19 Include online 1. Online Sessions 19

20 Let them ask questions 2. Guest Speaker Online 20

21 Record for playback 3. Camtasia Studio Screen Recording for SW instructions 21

22 (Full) Online Learning MGT 650 Knowledge Mgt a) Interactivity Lots of activities b) Feedback Various models 22

23 Yes, it is a lot of work a) Interactivity: Activity Mix 23

24 Let them interact a1) Interactivity: Within and Across teams 24

25 Assess progress frequently 25 b) Feedback: Prompt & Frequent From the instructor Learning goals Rubrics Comments (legend-driven) Gradebook From the classmates Participation activities Determine best assignments: Strengths and Development needs Read other journals

26 Review what works Assess progress carefully 26

27 A Word of Caution Review originality Especially online, design assignments that are difficult to copy & 27

28 It is a long-journey Outcomes? Short-Term: overworked 28

29 It is a long-journey Outcomes? Short-term: Unhappy 29

30 Outcomes? Long-Term: happier (winning) students 30

Learning Technology for Blended Learning October 2005

Learning Technology for Blended Learning October 2005 Ed Garay UIC Instructional Technology Lab www.accc.uic.edu/itl Academic Computing and Communications Center University of Illinois at Chicago Teaching