This document discusses two methodological approaches to assessing transformational learning in online professional programs and the challenges of each. Transformational learning involves a changed perspective through critical reflection and discourse. The approaches studied transformational learning in an online social work program and education doctorate program. The internal approach used embedded assessments like student e-portfolios, while the external approach employed interviews and surveys by external researchers. Both found evidence of transformational learning, but the internal approach relied on student self-reports while the external approach could not follow-up with students after their programs. The conclusion is that combining internal and external approaches may best assess transformational learning, but challenges remain in avoiding bias and designing sustainable methodologies.
The document summarizes research on the use of e-portfolios to foster reflection in social work education. It presents three case studies of student e-portfolios that demonstrate different levels of engagement with the reflection process and technologies. Scaffolding aims to support reflection, but some students clung strictly to guidelines while others used them as a "trampoline" to more creative reflection. Technologies also impacted reflection, from basic use to advanced use that enabled new forms of expression. Future work could provide additional technology training and capture reflection-in-action.
The document discusses Open Educational Resources (OER) and their adoption in German higher education. It begins with examples of OER initiatives internationally and in Germany. It then discusses drivers for and impediments to OER adoption, noting the slow uptake in German-speaking countries compared to elsewhere. Key barriers identified include cultural practices around authoring one's own materials and a lack of national strategy or incentives. The document concludes that both top-down policies and bottom-up examples are needed to further OER adoption in Germany.
This document summarizes a presentation about enhancing undergraduate learning with digital media at Munich University of Applied Sciences. It discusses their large-scale implementation approach, including establishing an e-learning strategy and center to provide support. It also examines the instructional technologies used, including their learning management system Moodle and tools like audio/video recordings. Barriers and enablers to adoption are analyzed from instructor and student perspectives, such as usability issues, technical problems, and concerns about intellectual property rights and data tracking. The conclusion emphasizes that educational design is key, and both technical and organizational support must address the needs and perspectives of all stakeholders.
This document discusses establishing a systematic quality development process for e-learning at Munich University of Applied Sciences. It presents the challenges of developing a quality model given the complex stakeholder interests. It reviews existing quality management systems like the Learner-Oriented Quality Certification and ISO 29990 standards and adapts them to develop Munich University's own quality concept. This concept focuses on evaluation indicators, documenting work processes, and counseling standards. While this allows for continuous improvement, the process of developing and aligning the concept involved balancing different perspectives and priorities with limited resources.
The LLPA forum ,known in Bar Ilan university as "Mamad",is a common organized group of students trying to provide an immediate help for those students who are not able to function under the burden of supporting their families,Finnacialy and morally.We are trying all the time to widen our acquaintances with other students and people that are interested in volunteering for their fellow students around the country.
The LLPA forum ,known in Bar Ilan university as "Mamad",is a common organized group of students trying to provide an immediate help for those students who are not able to function under the burden of supporting their families,Finnacialy and morally.We are trying all the time to widen our acquaintances with other students and people that are interested in volunteering for their fellow students around the country.