Elements of Distance Education Diffusion

George Siemens' viewpoint on communication and collaborative interaction was very enlightening. I decided to focus on the element of on both of the elements since they are so close in nature. For instance, we are living in a time in which one must be technologically savvy to nearly survive in the world. It seems as if everything is ran on or by some type of technological machinery. With the advancement of technolgy, and the fact that most people seem to always be so busy, there are technological innovations that have made it easier for people to quickly communicate and collaborate while maintaining their busy lifestyles. There are online tools available today that allows people to interact, such as Skype, email, Wikis, text messaging, cell phones, etc. However, the best tools for more collaborative interaction, such as working on a project in a group, are Wikis and Skype. These tools allow people to interact using technological tools without wasting a lot of time. However, just to casually converse with one another, emailing, SKype again, text messaging (as long as it is not done on the road), are wonderful tools to keep in touch with family, friends, and co-workers.

Video Presentation Storyboard

1.First, I will introduce myself. I will explain that I am introducing the keynote speaker’s address. The topic will be learner engagement and motivation.

2. I will address what learner engagement and motivation is and how important such aspects to education are to learning.

3.I will explain that students’ ability to learn can be affected and based upon the delivery of the lesson(s).

I will provide examples and statistics.

4.I will give learning strategies that are hands-on.

I will give demonstrations of students’ learning the traditional way with just the teacher lecturing and the students taking notes. Then, I will show the difference of how much students will be engaged in the lessons when they each have a part to play in their learning and they are up moving around.

I will also discuss learning about Ron Clarke.

5.I will engage the audience with song and music showing how the presentation of lessons can affect the learner’s motivation and engagement.
Nicole Harris
Video Presentation Story Board
Topic: Learner Engagement and Motivation