In response to Andrew Smith's
"I'm interested in e-Learning topics. Has this topic been discussed in this
discussion group or should I be looking elsewhere?
Regards
Andrew Smith"
I would very much like to participate in a discussion of e-learning that
led to a research agenda of the important questions, a common conceptual
vocabulary, development of models of e learning and to bibliography of
material that addresses these issues.
A lot of researchers are addressing e learning and it would be helpful to
bring the research together. I am looking forward to the MED division
programs at the AOM meetings for a better assessment of the stage of
research.
I have been working on a list of evaluation criteria of computerized
learning support systems (CSSL) in preparation to my PDW at the Academy
meetings. This and related issues are going to be discussed at the PDW.
I have posted our broadside below.
I hope some members will be up early Sunday morning to participate.
At Seton Hall we use Lotus Learning Space. It has changed significantly
and we are reviewing the new version along with Webct, Blackboard,
ecollege, etc. I would find helpful a discussion of strengths and
weaknesses, ah-ha's and disappointments.
I am also interested in some immediate research questions. Although these
questions have been addressed, I think most of us would agree that they
remain unresolved.
What are the characteristics of successful e learners? Psychological?
Demographic?
Experiential? Workforce characteristics. Others?
What are the situations/environments that promote successful use of e
learning?
Instructor based? Physical facilities?
What are the measures of success? Student satisfaction? Love for the
e-oppressor? Alienation? Participation? Content mastery? Enhanced social
(communication) skills?
That's a start.
Leigh Stelzer (
stelzele@shu.edu)
Announcement
Know time just-in-time:
A computer mediated learning para-time.
A Professional Development Workshop presented at the Academy of Management
meetings, at the Sheraton Conference Center/Hotel, Room E, Toronto, Canada,
Sunday August 6th, 2000 at 8:30 AM (concludes 10 AM). AOM Event #637
Introduction Computer mediated instruction defies time and place
constraints associated with the traditional classroom. Learners no longer
have to be "on time" for lesson or even "have time" to take a lesson when
learning can take place "anytime". A learning revolution based on the
connectivity of the Internet and the world wide web is at head and hand.
The power of online just-in-time instruction is just beginning to be
harnessed in industry and in academia. New computerized modalities are
enriching instructional communication to achieve better learning outcomes.
The workshop will bring together examples of the latest technologies to
improve computerized learning environments and achieve "in time" learning.
Computerized Learning Support Systems: What to Look For.
Leigh Stelzer, Ph.D., Chair, Department of Management, Stillman School,
Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, 07090;
stelzele@shu.edu; Voice:
973-276-4881; fax 908-276-4981.
A Framework for Driving Computerized Learning Support Decisions
Raquel Benbunan-Fich, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Management Information
Systems, Stillman School, Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, 07090;
Benbunra@shu.edu; Voice: 973-275-2958; fax 973-761-9217.
Developing Learning Solutions for the Telecommunications Industry.
Patricia L. Farley, Director, Integrated Learning Solutions, Telcordia
Technologies, Piscataway, NJ;
pfarley@telcordia.com; Voice: 732-699-5359;
fax 732-336-2710.
Evaluating a Learning Management System: The Lotus Learning Space Example
Catherine Kelley, Ph.D., Senior Faculty Consultant, Teaching, Learning and
Technology Center, Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ, 07090,
kelleyca@shu.edu; Voice 973-275-2931.
Creating Content for Computerized Learning Support Systems
Ellen Cleary, Marketing Manager, Irwin McGraw Hill, 1333 Burr Ridge
Parkway, Burr Ridge, IL 60521;
ellen-cleary@mcgraw-hill.com; Voice :
630-789-5222.