Both hemispheres of the human brain can be effectively excited to learn through the use of cross-cultural “mind mapping” techniques, which stimulate ideation with the same forms, colors, and designs that define technology-assisted education. Thus, mind-mapping exercises encourage the logical, language-centered left cerebral hemisphere to work in concert with the artistic right side of the brain
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Simple, exemplary methods exist that incorporate live chat effectively into online coursework to keep learning current, “real”, and relevant. Moreover, live chat has been demonstrated to reduce student timidity, even as it encourages participation and the development of useful conversational strategies.
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iTunes U is an easily accessible and widely available tool for broadcasting video and audio to targeted audiences. This presentation will demonstrate the use of iTunes U as a powerful platform for sharing student work in the form of video presentations and critical commentary.
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This discussion will revolve around the use of a wiki as a course management tool, GoogleDocs as a replacement for uploaded documents, and Skype as a tool for creating instructor immediacy. All are easily integrated to provide learners with an environment that readily meets their learning needs. The three tools have been used successfully by the presenter in a variety of online and blended courses.
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