Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences, Interaction and Engagement, and Students

Digital Field Assignments: Course Projects for the Net Generation

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Title:Digital Field Assignments: Course Projects for the Net Generation (ID: EDU07240)
Author(s):Michael Reese (The Johns Hopkins University) and Richard Shingles (The Johns Hopkins University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

Digital field assignments combine active-learning strategies with digital technologies to engage today's learners in team-based assignments in which students apply classroom concepts as they research real-world problems. This session will define the concept of digital field assignments, present case studies, and share best practices.

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Students as "Angel Investors": Technology-Fee Projects Drive Campus IT Innovation

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Title:Students as "Angel Investors": Technology-Fee Projects Drive Campus IT Innovation (ID: EDU07276)
Author(s):Melody Childs (Louisiana State University) and Stacey Morales (Louisiana State University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

At LSU , student government is extremely active in a spectrum of campus issues, including IT. Like many universities, LSU has a technology fee, but unlike most, student oversight is required by state law. Far from finding this oppressive, students have become "angel investors," initiating investment and stimulating interest in emerging technologies.

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Immersive Marketing for Libraries: Alternate Reality Games and Library Orientations

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Title:Immersive Marketing for Libraries: Alternate Reality Games and Library Orientations (ID: EDU07295)
Author(s):Jeremy Donald (Trinity University) and Jason Hardin (Trinity University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

Trinity University's Coates Library adapted an immersive marketing campaign strategy known as an alternate reality game when designing the library's 2006 new student orientation. Objectives emphasized critical thinking skills, orientation to the online and physical environments, interactions with librarians, and entertaining engagement.

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Managing Online Discussions Through a "Participation Portfolio"

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Title:Managing Online Discussions Through a "Participation Portfolio" (ID: EDU07320)
Author(s):John Fritz (University of Maryland, Baltimore County)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/23/2007)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:

If you want students to use online discussions, how do you avoid initiating every thread or simply counting all their replies? By defining and rewarding substantive Q&A (and requiring an online "participation portfolio"). Students will take responsibility for discussions and reduce your burden in assessing them.

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E-Learning Tools and Didactics Increase Science Student Numbers in the Netherlands

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Title:E-Learning Tools and Didactics Increase Science Student Numbers in the Netherlands (ID: EDU06217)
Author(s):Bart van de Laar (SURFfoundation)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (10/10/2006)
Type:Presentations/Speeches
Abstract:The SURF Foundation, the Dutch sister organization of EDUCAUSE, funds a number of initiatives that aim to increase science and technology student numbers in the Netherlands in accordance with EU policy. The presentation critically discusses competency-based assessment tools and didactics of remedial education in science and technology studies.
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