uws - using web 2.0tools in d2l - april2011
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Slides made for a handout for an introductory presentation at UW Superior regarding the use of Web 2.0 tools inside Desire2LearnTRANSCRIPT
Using Web 2.0 Tools inside Desire2Learn
April 20, 2011University of Wisconsin-Superior
Barry DahlExcellence in e-Education
http://barrydahl.com
http://desire2blog.blogspot.com
• An e-Learning blog with a special emphasis on Desire2Learn.
http://xlents.com
Features of Web 2.0 Tools
Hand Holding?
• Overheard: “There’s a bit too much hand holding going on here. These students need to fend for themselves.”
• Also overheard: “We have huge retention issues. Going the extra mile can save a student from failing.”
Text Messaging (safely)
Opt-in for Text Messaging
• No exchange of cell phone numbers.
• Students can opt-out at any time.
• Send alerts from computer or phone.
• Totally free to use.• Can embed page inside
LMS for all to see.
Add Content with 2-clicksShare web links with Google Reader
Embed Video Playlist in D2L
Recommend YouTube or Blip.tv
Framebusters
Google Voice in D2Lby Audrey Williams
A Course Content MindmapExpands to reveal many links to resources
Use SlideShare for PowerPoint SlidesUpload your finished slides, copy embed code,
paste code into D2L. Can add narration.
Using Comic Stripsin Desire2Learn
Using Comics in the Online Classroom
Greet Students w/a Comic Strip on the Home Page
Include a Comic Strip in Content
Include a Comic Flip Book in Content
Traditional Approach to 1st Week Introductions
Comic Strips can be Embedded in Discussions
Comic Strips can be Used in Threaded Replies
If Embed Code is a Challenge, Just Post Link
Just Post the Link – it Opens in the Frame
Multi-page ToonBooks in Discussions
Toon Re-doo for Student Assignments
• All students create their own ending to the same problem.
My Re-doo Attempt – Slightly Irreverent
• Link to this Re-doo• http://www.toondoo.com/cartoon/586532
All Sample Comics Created at Toondoo.com (Free)
Using Web 2.0 Tools inside Desire2Learn
April 20, 2011University of Wisconsin-Superior
Barry DahlExcellence in e-Education