Aug. 24, 9:30-11 a.m.
M137
The gradebook is a sophisticated and powerful tool that will meet the expectations and needs of faculty. The automatic grade computation feature is definitely a time-saver that will enhance any class and benefit faculty and students alike. Students will have the ability to view their grades anywhere, 24/7! This session will explore and demonstrate:
During this session you will learn how to:
Sept. 14, 9:30-11 a.m.
M137
Tests can be used to measure students' understanding of course competencies. How would you like to do this with minimal effort? This session will demonstrate how to do just that, saving you time and effort because the feature eliminates the need for manual grading (with the exception of essays).
The facilitators will demonstrate how to create and post a test, which will be available online for students. The test will automatically be graded (with the exception of essay questions) and posted onto the gradebook.
During this session, learn how to efficiently create a quiz/test by:
The demonstration will focus on the creation of the two common types of test questions: multiple choice and true/false. Examples of well-structured test questions will be shared.
Sept. 18, 2-4 p.m.
T213
This session provides the foundational skills to use the Blackboard course management system. Using Blackboard will effectively promote better student-instructor interaction. Learn how to enhance lectures with activities that provide the means to seamlessly organize and post materials, allowing the instructor to prepare and present materials for students to access 24/7. This session is highly recommended for first-time faculty users and serves as an excellent review for those who need a refresher opportunity.
During this session you will learn how to:
Oct. 3, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
T213
Blackboard Basics provides the foundational skills to use the Blackboard course management system. We'll share tips you'll find useful as well as pitfalls to avoid. Using Blackboard effectively will promote better student interaction with the instructor and the class. Using the Blackboard interface will give the instructor the opportunity to enhance lectures with activities that provide a means to organize and post materials. This allows the instructor to prepare and present materials for students to access 24/7.
Areas covered in this training will include:
Oct. 19, 9:30-11 a.m.
S003
You will be introduced to the features that will help you organize and manage materials, making it easier for you and your students. You will be provided with ideas to help organize all your assignments.
During this session you will learn how to:
Oct. 24, 2-4 p.m.
T213
This session provides a more in-depth exploration of Blackboard basics that will help facilitate online learning strategies through the use of the course management system. Helpful hints will be provided.
During this session you will learn how to:
Oct. 30, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
T213
This session provides a deeper understanding of Blackboard basics that will help facilitate online learning strategies through the use of the Blackboard system. Topics covered in the class are:
Quality Matters™ (QM) is a model for assessing and assuring the quality of online courses. It can also be an excellent resource for faculty to use when designing an online course or even a traditional course. All QM standards will be discussed and annotated. Find out how this distance learning model can benefit you and your students.
For Fall ’07, the eCampus Users’ Group will focus its time and attention on QM training. Subsequent QM standards will be addressed during spring ’08. The sessions will include the following:
The room location for the above QM sessions is S003
Standards III & IV - Assessment and Measurement/Resources and Materials
Spring ’08 (Date/Time, TBA)
If you have questions, please contact Ngoc Truong at ngoctruong@dcccd.edu or 972-860-4182.
