Dr. Bobbe BaggioDirector of the Graduate Program Instructional Technology Management
ITM615 Web Design, Usability & Visual Literacy
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As we set out on a new and unique learning adventure, I’m so pleased you’ve decided to join us. Realize that our mission is to explore and challenge.
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Every one of us has a unique viewpoint & level of expertise. I am excited about you opening up new possibilities & challenging assumptions.
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I’m committed to quality online learning & developing the best learning environment possible.
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You have the ability to help create this environment through your continued thoughtful participation & insight throughout this course.
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I urge you to see something different & contribute it to our quest for understanding.
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I want each of you to engage in dynamic learning & feel connected to our online community.
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This requires being receptive to new ideas, immersion but detachment, agreement to disagree, collaboration, understanding & support for each other.
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I urge you to challenge each other gently, & I will present alternative perspectives & ideas & I encourage you to do the same.
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Reach beyond, think creatively: Look for another approach or
answer Have fun and enjoy your
experience Make mistakes and be foolish Explore and break the rules Think out of the box
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Use your critical thinking skills Question and reflect Evaluate and look for relationships Clarify, observe, and interpret Explore positions Recognize arguments
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Take the negative out of learning. Worry, stress, anxiety, & pressure take the creativity out of learning.
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The number one reason that people do not succeed at a goal is because they never start. The number one reason that they never start is because they talk themselves out of it first!
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These are self-fulfilling prophecies. These tendencies tend to be more intense online because we are putting our selves in a new place without the comfort of social and emotional support that comes from others.
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This is new, you are on the frontier. Be proud, be adventurous & realize that change & risk are elements of growth.
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Move outside your comfort zone and explore. Don’t succumb to the “ A” syndrome. Relax, have fun and don’t let grade anxiety paralyze your learning.
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Post early and often. Make sure your responses are of
high quality. Be pro active. Ask questions. Discuss, don’t take anyone's
answer as the THE answer.
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Be a virtual ‘007’, check out what everyone has to say.
Think non-linearly. This is not a two step process: post, reply, discuss, and keep discussing!
Forget all these & overwhelm me with your creative genius!
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I will be in the forums every day & will read every post, but I will not respond to every post. I prefer to let learners converse, & I will jump in from time to time.
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I will provide feedback and encourage you to reach your highest potential. However, the purpose of my feedback is to encourage not limit your learning!
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If you are an approval junkie & need to know if you are on track, you can always email me. If you don’t hear to the contrary, you are doing just fine.
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You’re expected to participate on a weekly basis by: Completing the readings,
assignments, & discussion topics Creating engaging conversations
with other learners that enhance the quality of the class
Reflecting on your own experiences and learning
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Set a weekly schedule for yourself Visit your class at least 2-3 times each week Post assignments on time If you’re having trouble, tell me right away!
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Agree to disagree Be respectful and
thoughtful Treat other learners with
respect No offensive comments or
behaviors If you think it’s
inappropriate, it probably is
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Please go to the following website and take the quiz on netetiquette: http://www.albion.com. Read the guidelines, and follow them.
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