Learning Objects at University Libraries

Ali Green, Fellow University LibrariesMarch 31, 2010

What is on Tap for this Presentation?

• Definition of a Learning Object• How can we use Learning Objects in practice?• Example of Learning Objects

What is a Learning Object?

Learning Objects are self-contained, reusable, and repurposable. A single object can be used in multiple contexts for multiple purposes; multiple learning objects can be grouped into larger collections of content. Learning Objects also contain metadata.

Metadata tagging allows for learning objects to be easily found.

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Types of Learning Objects

StaticUsed for Simple –

Straightforward instruction. Content will change.

DynamicAppeals to several

different learning methods and styles.

Engage the learner to achieve the knowledge disseminated.

Can be changed across platforms.

• Reinforce, Complement and Supplement the current classroom classes.

• Designed for Learning• Actively Engage All Learners• Reusable

Mission of the Learning Object Project

Reinforce, Complement and Supplement

• University Libraries teach over 700 library instruction classes and reach over 11,000 students.

• Learning Objects will help reinforce what is presented in the classroom.

• Learning Objects can be used after the classroom session is over. “Just in Time” learning.

Designed for Learning

• Sound learning theory and principles of instructional design.

• Blooms Taxonomy is used.

Taxonomy

Blooms Taxonomy For Learning

Objects

Complex

Simple

Evaluation

Synthesis

Analysis

Application

Comprehension

Knowledge

Actively Engage All Learners

• Appeal to the diverse population at University of New Mexico.– Different learning styles– Learning Modes– Higher Order of Thinking– Diversity in age

Reusable

• Makes it possible to use the same instruction across different platforms.– Webct– Mobile devices– Classroom– Library Computers

Storage and Use

University Libraries Learning Object

(Stored in Repository)

Instruction

Face to face classes on campus

Face to Face Classes in University Library

Online

WebCT

Included in Support for Face to Face Instruction

Webpages

LibGuides

Faculty

Departmental

Going to the user

• Technology– Mobile Learning– Just in time when the

user needs it– Online or off campus

needs

Life Cycle of Learning Object

Create• Design

Review• Edit• Standards

Metadata• Approved Schema

Followed

Publish• Deposit into

Content DM

Thank You

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