Open Source-Final Presentation

Hello classmates and group members.  Here is my final video presentation.  My references can be found at: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zwbZguTz0WHuaQnn__VUjF2-6TPBvv4Zg72clT0DL0Y/edit

    

References

Carey, P., & Gleason, B. (2006). Vision 2010:  the future of higher education business and learning applications. Innovate:  Journal of Online Education, 3(1).

Hepburn, G., & Buley, J. (2006). Getting open source software into schools:  strategies and challenges. Innovate:  Journal of Online Education, 3(1).

Inel, D., & Balim, A. (2010).  The effects of using problem-based learning in science and technology teaching upon students’ academic achievement and levels of structuring concepts.  Asia-Pacific Forum on Science Learning and Teaching, 11(2).

Schneider K. (2008).  Free for all: open source software. School Library Journal             August 1, 2008;54(8):44-46. Available from: ERIC, Ipswich, MA.

Stephenson, R. (2006). Open source/open course learning: lessons for educators from free open source software. Innovate:  Journal of Online Education, 3(1).

Still, B. (2010). A dozen years after open source's 1998 birth, it's time for           "opentechcomm". Journal Of Technical Writing And Communication, 40(2), 219-228.

Uys, P. M. (2010). Implementing an Open Source Learning Management System: A       Critical Analysis of Change Strategies. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 26(7), 980-995.

van Rooij, S. (2011). Higher education sub-cultures and open source adoption.  Computers & Education, 57(1), 1171-1183.

Wiley, D. (2006). Open source, openness, and higher education. Innovate: Journal of    Online Education, 3(1).

Other References

Music by my deceased nephew Dominique McAroy

Student Pictures by Brigit McAroy

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Video by:   http://youtu.be/ihxGJueWb-I

Module 5 Concept Map

Based on my philosophy of distance education I believe that I am in the learning stages of both the static and dynamic continuum.  Based on my online experiences, I believe that visual learning is more effective in my ability to learn new technology.  Although I find it very easy to adapt to the new and demanding technology, the catch is having the right tools to ensure effective guidance. Illustrating the technology a few times just gives me more confidence in my ability to adapt to new tools.  What has helped me to move forward in online classes at Walden, are the group collaborations with peers.   Learning to use static technologies such as podcasts and web pages are some ways that I have effectively communicated with my instructors and classmates. 

The most rewarding continuum is dynamics.   “According to David Jonassen, a leading expert in the field of learning, “mind tools represent a constructivist approach towards using computers (or any other technology, environment, or activity) to engage learners in representing, manipulating, and reflecting on what they know, not reproducing what someone tells them” (Moller, 2008). Having the right mindset motivates one to learn new technologies which provide ways for meaningful interactions of content, collaboration, and communication.  My belief is that technology needs to be taught early on in life to acquire the essential tools needed to improve technological advances made through educational use.

Moller, L. (2008). Static and dynamic technological tools. Copyright © 2008 Laureate Education, Inc.