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This is a sequential list of the courses I have taken while in the Master of Distance Education program at the University of Maryland University College. Samples of completed course work are also provided.
OMDE 601 Foundations of Distance Education and E-Learning Fall 2004
(Developed by Ulrich Bernath of Germany and Eugene Rubin
of the United States, in collaboration with Borje Holmberg
of Sweden and Otto Peters of Germany.) An overview of the
knowledge, skills and attitudes that are required by a competent
practitioner of distance education. Critical concepts and issues
identified in the distance education literature are explored and
the history and theories of the field are critically examined.
The Pervasive Characteristics of Distance Education | |
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Facilitating Distance Learning.pdf | |
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Three Categories Used by Moore | |
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OMDE 602 Distance Education Systems Spring 2006
An introduction to
frameworks for analyzing the nature of distance education from
a functionalist, interpretive or emancipatory systems approach.
Appropriate diagramming techniques are used as a means to
examine the organization and management of distance education
systems.
Defining a Distance Education System | |
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A Quality Distance Education System | |
File Size: | 152 kb |
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OMDE 603 Technology in Distance Education and E-Learning Spring 2006
A review of the history and terminology of the technology used
in distance education. The basic technology building blocks of
hardware, networks and software are identified. Analysis covers
the characteristics of asynchronous and synchronous technologies
and tools used in the teaching and learning, as well as the
administration of distance education. The relationship between
technology and the goals of the educational/training organization
are critically examined. The relationship between information
technology (especially online technology) and distance
education is explored. Topics include the criteria and guidelines
for selecting technologies for distance education and future
directions of technology in distance education.
Technology Assessment | |
File Size: | 359 kb |
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A Comparative Analysis: Asynchronous and Synchronous Technologies | |
File Size: | 49 kb |
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OMDE 607 Instructional Design and Course Development in Distance Education Summer 2006
An examination of the instructional
design process, its history and place in today's course development
efforts, and the use of instructional design components in
practice. Emphasis is on the nature of learning and the requirements
for effective instruction. The theoretical underpinnings
of learning are explored and applied to the design of a prototype
classroom. Management issues surrounding course and curriculum
development efforts are discussed and a comprehensive
curriculum management plan is developed.
Learning Design Plan | |
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Course Implementation Plan | |
File Size: | 189 kb |
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Program Development Specifics | |
File Size: | 242 kb |
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OMDE 610 Teaching and Learning in Online Distance Education Spring 2009
An exploration of the online teaching and learning dynamic,
including its theoretical foundation and best practices. The
themes that shape the online teaching/learning relationship
are addressed through individual and collaborative projects.
Topics include philosophical frameworks; instructional, social
and cognitive presence; interaction, collaboration and participation;
community and engagement; and administration and
management.
Making Connectons: On Theoretical Reflection | |
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Analytical Annotated Bibliography: Strategies for Building an Online Community | |
File Size: | 29 kb |
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DEPM 604 Leadership in Distance Education Summer 2009
An introduction to the organization,
management and administration of distance education systems.
Topics include management theory, organizational behavior,
leadership roles, human resource management, employee
relations, the impact of information technology, faculty/staff
development, interinstitutional collaboration, planning, policy
and change. Both education and training environments, as well
as the knowledge and skills necessary to function effectively in
either type of organizational setting, are explored.
Attributes of and Challenges for Distance Education Leaders | |
File Size: | 36 kb |
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Facets of Leadership in Distance Education: An Analytical Annotated Bibliography | |
File Size: | 23 kb |
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OMDE 606 Costs and Economics of Distance Education and E-Learning Fall 2009
(Developed by Thomas Huelsmann of Germany.) A study of
the economics of distance education in the larger context of the
economics of education. Various methodological approaches
(including cost/benefit and cost/effectiveness analysis) are
applied to the distance education context. Costing techniques
and economic models are explored and applied to different
institutional forms and levels of distance education.
An Exploration of Human Capital Theory | |
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Group Project: Course Cost Analysis | |
File Size: | 138 kb |
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OMDE 608 Learner Support in Distance Education and Training Fall 2009
An introduction to the theories and concepts of support for
learners in distance education and training. The various types
of learner support—including tutoring and teaching; advising
and counseling; and library, registrarial and other administrative
services—are examined. Discussion addresses management
issues such as planning, organizational models, staffing and staff
development, designing services to meet learner needs, serving
special groups and evaluation and applied research. Assignments
include designing a learner support model for a particular
context (e.g., public or private educational institution or corporate
or military training).
Analytical Annotated Bibliography | |
File Size: | 40 kb |
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Group Project: Case Study | |
File Size: | 70 kb |
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DETC 620 Training and Learning with Multimedia Spring 2010
(Developed by Joachim Hasebrook of
Germany.) An examination of the use of digital media in a variety
of educational settings to identify properties, strengths and
weaknesses of multimedia in different learning contexts. Basic
psychological processes of perception, understanding and learning
are introduced. Focus is on multimedia and instructional
design for online learning systems, such as Web-based training.
Hands-on experience with several multimedia and online learning
and information systems is provided. Topics also include
groupware and collaborative learning technologies, intelligent
systems, instructional simulations and virtual reality systems.
Multimedia Evaluation Rubric | |
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Presenting A Multimedia Award in Quality | |
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DETT 621 Training at a Distance Fall 2010
An examination of the role of distance
training in business, nonprofit and government organizations.
A wide variety of issues, problems and solutions in Web-based
training are explored. Topics include the economics of distance
training, distance technology in the business organization,
synchronous versus asynchronous interactive tools, collaborative
and problem-solving tools, authoring tools, insourcing versus
outsourcing and the role of multimedia in distance training.
Emphasis is on the concept of the corporate virtual university
and its design and operation.
Group Project: Cultural Diversity - Issues and Challeges in Distance Education | |
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DETT 611 Library and Intellectual Property Issues in Distance Education and E-learning Spring 2011
An overview of the development and
delivery of digital resources for distance education. Discussion
covers the intellectual property issues affecting the use of copyrighted
works in distance education, developing and delivering
library resources online to a faculty and student population,
and the future of digital information delivery and the impact
of digital rights management (DRM) technologies and social
networking.
Ownership Policy Critique | |
File Size: | 49 kb |
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Case Study Exploration | |
File Size: | 47 kb |
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Information Literacy Article Review | |
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OMDE 670 Portfolio and Project in Distance Education and E-Learning Spring 2011
A capstone study of distance education
and training designed to demonstrate cumulative knowledge
and skills through two major projects: an electronic portfolio
and a case study. The personal e-portfolio documents credentials
and accomplishments to date and also serves as an ongoing
resource and record of continuing professional development.
The case study, which focuses on a distance education/training
program or organization, involves in-depth analysis of the
setting and application of concepts and strategies to enhance
practice and performance in distance education and training.
To view the final project case study, please click the tab "CAPSTONE PROJECT" at the top of this web page.
To view the final project case study, please click the tab "CAPSTONE PROJECT" at the top of this web page.