Women in Technology: Hear Us Roar

ckeller — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 17:26:24 -0500

This series is comprised of articles written by women on the topic of "Women in Technology,"

Web Focus: Using Collaborative Technologies When on the Road

drupal — Mon, 09 May 2005 12:06:40 -0500

While attending conferences, employees are now expect to be able to read email when on the road. The author argues that there are additional technologies which may enhance our effectiveness when away from the office. Some potentially useful tools are described, possible problem areas are listed and an approach to deployment is given.

The Roles of Mentors in Electronic Learning Environments

drupal — Fri, 10 Dec 2004 15:49:20 -0600

This article describes the roles of mentors to meet the need for mentors in electronic learning (eLearning) environments. The existing literature has documented factors impeding effective eLearning and the multiplicity of the faculty's roles that demands too much time on the faculty within eLearning environments. This article argues for the need for mentors to assist instruction and facilitate learning within eLearning environments. The roles of mentors built around the multiple roles of the faculty are then identifi ed as teaching assistants, social connectedness initiators, and technical supporters. A guideline for mentors outlining mentors' roles, responsibilities, and contributions was proposed. This guideline may be adopted by mentors as a fundamental job-aid in practicing mentoring. An example of implementation of mentors in an eLearning environment, which resulted in higher learning achievement, was also presented. In conclusion, it is suggested that mentors should be employed within eLearning environments for assisting students overcoming eLearning barriers and achieving effective learning within eLearning environments.

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Women in Technology: Hear Us Roar

Web Focus: Using Collaborative Technologies When on the Road

The Roles of Mentors in Electronic Learning Environments