Week 5 Readings and Resources
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Assessing Participation
Choose one:
- Baran, E. & Correia, A. (2009). Student-led facilitation strategies in online discussions. Distance Education, 30(3), 339-361.
- Liu, Shijuan. (2007). Assessing Online Asynchronous Discussion in Online Courses: An Empirical Study. Technology, Colleges and Community 2007 Proceedings, pp 24-31.
- Ragan, Larry. (2007). Assess Messages in Online Discussions, Best Practices in Online Teaching, OpenStax CNX.
- Roberts, Tracy. (2010, April). Assessing Online Participation: Exploring the Problem & Possible Solutions (.docx). (White paper)
Tips for Success Online
Choose one:
- Goloboy, J.W. (2003). Top Ten Secrets of Successful Online Educators.
- Henry, Jim, & Meadows, Jeff. (2008, Winter). An absolutely riveting online course: Nine principles for excellence in web-based teaching. Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology, 34(1).
- Correia, A.P., & Baran, E. (2010). Lessons Learned on Facilitating Asynchronous Discussions for Online Learning. Educação, Formação & Tecnologias, 3(1), 59-67.
Reflective Practice
Choose one:
- Smith, M. K. (1999). Reflection. In The encyclopedia of informal education.
- Kenny, N. (2014) The What? So What? And Now What? of Critical Reflection, July 30, 2014 blog post - University of Calgary blogs - Teaching and Learning Connections.