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Saturday, May 30, 2009

elearningeuropa.info Newsletter - Maj 2009

The e-learning Newsletter brings you news about current issues, open calls, forthcoming events and e-learning resources.
Take a look at this interesting line-up below.


CALL FOR PAPERS: OPEN TOPICS.
eLearning Papers launches a call for papers on open topics. We are looking for interesting and inspiring articles which will be published in September's issue. Practical experiences on European projects are especially welcome. The deadline for article submissions is 29 June 2009.

CALL FOR PEER-REVIEWERS.
eLearning Papers is looking for good peer-reviewers to review submitted articles. Active and fair-minded people experienced in the field of e-learning are invited to apply. Peer-reviewers contribute on a voluntary basis and no monetary compensation is offered.

BEST LIFELONG LEARNING PROJECTS SELECTED.
At the recent EU Conference on Innovation and Creativity in the Lifelong Learning Programme, 18 outstanding European projects received awards. The three best projects in six categories were honoured with the European Award for Lifelong Learning.

PROJECT OF THE MONTH.
Virtual mobility facilitates access to other university courses across Europe and enables students to personalise their study programmes. Nevertheless, virtual mobility remains restricted to several isolated projects and is available to a limited number of universities and students. The EPICS project links universities, students and courses all over Europe. EPICS will not only provide a database, but it also includes online services to offer high-quality guided independent learning and support in relation to virtual mobility in the Virtual Erasmus scheme.

LEARNING FORUM LONDON, 22-24 June 2009, London, UK.
The main topics of this year’s Learning Forum are innovation, creativity and accountability. The event consists of three different conferences: the 7th International ePortfolio Conference, the 3rd International Conference on Key Competencies – Skills for Life, and the 4th International Conference on Learning Networks and Communities.

EDEN 2009 ANNUAL CONFERENCE, 10-13 June 2009, Gdansk, Poland.
The European Distance and E-Learning Network invites European academic experts and professional practitioners to contribute and share innovative experiences on the significance and impact of learning innovation in Europe. Online registration is now available.

elearningeuropa.info Newsletter - Maj 2009

The e-learning Newsletter brings you news about current issues, open calls, forthcoming events and e-learning resources.
Take a look at this interesting line-up below.


CALL FOR PAPERS: OPEN TOPICS.
eLearning Papers launches a call for papers on open topics. We are looking for interesting and inspiring articles which will be published in September's issue. Practical experiences on European projects are especially welcome. The deadline for article submissions is 29 June 2009.

CALL FOR PEER-REVIEWERS.
eLearning Papers is looking for good peer-reviewers to review submitted articles. Active and fair-minded people experienced in the field of e-learning are invited to apply. Peer-reviewers contribute on a voluntary basis and no monetary compensation is offered.

BEST LIFELONG LEARNING PROJECTS SELECTED.
At the recent EU Conference on Innovation and Creativity in the Lifelong Learning Programme, 18 outstanding European projects received awards. The three best projects in six categories were honoured with the European Award for Lifelong Learning.

PROJECT OF THE MONTH.
Virtual mobility facilitates access to other university courses across Europe and enables students to personalise their study programmes. Nevertheless, virtual mobility remains restricted to several isolated projects and is available to a limited number of universities and students. The EPICS project links universities, students and courses all over Europe. EPICS will not only provide a database, but it also includes online services to offer high-quality guided independent learning and support in relation to virtual mobility in the Virtual Erasmus scheme.

LEARNING FORUM LONDON, 22-24 June 2009, London, UK.
The main topics of this year’s Learning Forum are innovation, creativity and accountability. The event consists of three different conferences: the 7th International ePortfolio Conference, the 3rd International Conference on Key Competencies – Skills for Life, and the 4th International Conference on Learning Networks and Communities.

EDEN 2009 ANNUAL CONFERENCE, 10-13 June 2009, Gdansk, Poland.
The European Distance and E-Learning Network invites European academic experts and professional practitioners to contribute and share innovative experiences on the significance and impact of learning innovation in Europe. Online registration is now available.

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

How to Create Your Own Online Course: 100 Tools, Guides, and Resources


Check out the list includes Learning Management Systems, resources for getting your class online, resources for designing an online course, online course tools, how to teach an online course, student resources etc.

Perhaps you have a special skill, talent, or knowledge-base that you want to share with others, and maybe you’ve heard that teaching online courses can make you a little extra money. The resources below will help you discover how to combine both what you have to offer and what you wish to gain by guiding you through creating and establishing an online course.

How to Create Your Own Online Course: 100 Tools, Guides, and Resources


Check out the list includes Learning Management Systems, resources for getting your class online, resources for designing an online course, online course tools, how to teach an online course, student resources etc.

Perhaps you have a special skill, talent, or knowledge-base that you want to share with others, and maybe you’ve heard that teaching online courses can make you a little extra money. The resources below will help you discover how to combine both what you have to offer and what you wish to gain by guiding you through creating and establishing an online course.

Kindle Books: What is in an e-degree?

Kindle
"Kindle is what is known as an electronic book reader. Basically, an electronic book reader (or wireless reading device, as they are sometimes called) allows the user to use a device to read digital copies of books, magazines, blogs, etc."
Read more...

The iPhone is a perfect companion for your Kindle. To read Kindle books on your iPhone or iPod touch, download the free Kindle for iPhone application.

Watch a Video Demonstration of New Amazon's Kindle



What is in an e-degree? by Jonny A. (Kindle Edition - May 11, 2009) - Kindle Book.

Check out this kindle book and you will find helpful tips to finding the right schools and to finally getting the degree that you are interested in. You will also find the advantages as well as the disadvantages of online learning.

You will be taken through the process of getting enrolled and getting your life started.



What Is In An E Degree? Making Sense Of Your Online Education Options by Macey Grace (Kindle Edition - April 23, 2009) - Kindle Book

Online students love it because finally they can...

Choose from hundreds of conventional and unique accredited college degrees - a variety you'd only find in an online college.
Save time without a daily commute and a relaxed class and work schedule!
Keep more cash for yourself when your online degree costs a fraction of traditional college expenses.

Here are just SOME of the secrets you'll find inside:

5 ways technology is being used to conduct college classes online.
Online “learning programs” to stay away from.
The only difference between online and offline degrees.
Is earning an online degree easier than offline?
4 reasons why an E Degree may be your best choice.
4 ways getting your education online will save you money.
E degrees for children.

Source: Amazon

Kindle Books: What is in an e-degree?

Kindle
"Kindle is what is known as an electronic book reader. Basically, an electronic book reader (or wireless reading device, as they are sometimes called) allows the user to use a device to read digital copies of books, magazines, blogs, etc."
Read more...

The iPhone is a perfect companion for your Kindle. To read Kindle books on your iPhone or iPod touch, download the free Kindle for iPhone application.

Watch a Video Demonstration of New Amazon's Kindle



What is in an e-degree? by Jonny A. (Kindle Edition - May 11, 2009) - Kindle Book.

Check out this kindle book and you will find helpful tips to finding the right schools and to finally getting the degree that you are interested in. You will also find the advantages as well as the disadvantages of online learning.

You will be taken through the process of getting enrolled and getting your life started.



What Is In An E Degree? Making Sense Of Your Online Education Options by Macey Grace (Kindle Edition - April 23, 2009) - Kindle Book

Online students love it because finally they can...

Choose from hundreds of conventional and unique accredited college degrees - a variety you'd only find in an online college.
Save time without a daily commute and a relaxed class and work schedule!
Keep more cash for yourself when your online degree costs a fraction of traditional college expenses.

Here are just SOME of the secrets you'll find inside:

5 ways technology is being used to conduct college classes online.
Online “learning programs” to stay away from.
The only difference between online and offline degrees.
Is earning an online degree easier than offline?
4 reasons why an E Degree may be your best choice.
4 ways getting your education online will save you money.
E degrees for children.

Source: Amazon

Friday, May 22, 2009

Tying Education To Future Goals May Boost Grades More Than Helping With Homework

Helping middle school students with their homework may not be the best way to get them on the honor roll. But telling them how important academic performance is to their future job prospects and providing specific strategies to study and learn might clinch the grades, according to a research review, continues ScienceDaily.

"Instilling the value of education and linking school work to future goals is what this age group needs to excel in school, more than parents' helping with homework or showing up at school," said lead researcher Nancy E. Hill, PhD, of Harvard University. She examined 50 studies with more than 50,000 students over a 26-year period looking at what kinds of parent involvement helped children's academic achievement.
"Middle school is the time when grades and interest in school decline," said Hill. "Entering puberty, hanging out with friends, wanting distance from parents and longing to make one's own decisions win over listening to parents and studying."

Read more...

Related link
Parental involvement in middle school: A meta-analytic assessment of the strategies that promote achievement. (PDF)
By Nancy E. Hill and Diana F. Tyson.

Source: ScienceDaily

Tying Education To Future Goals May Boost Grades More Than Helping With Homework

Helping middle school students with their homework may not be the best way to get them on the honor roll. But telling them how important academic performance is to their future job prospects and providing specific strategies to study and learn might clinch the grades, according to a research review, continues ScienceDaily.

"Instilling the value of education and linking school work to future goals is what this age group needs to excel in school, more than parents' helping with homework or showing up at school," said lead researcher Nancy E. Hill, PhD, of Harvard University. She examined 50 studies with more than 50,000 students over a 26-year period looking at what kinds of parent involvement helped children's academic achievement.
"Middle school is the time when grades and interest in school decline," said Hill. "Entering puberty, hanging out with friends, wanting distance from parents and longing to make one's own decisions win over listening to parents and studying."

Read more...

Related link
Parental involvement in middle school: A meta-analytic assessment of the strategies that promote achievement. (PDF)
By Nancy E. Hill and Diana F. Tyson.

Source: ScienceDaily