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From Learning Management Systems (LMS) to Learning Community Systems (LCS)

From Learning Management Systems (LMS) to Learning Community Systems (LCS). p resented by Fran Marshall & Ken Baldauf Florida State University. >. Based on chapter to be published in:. Research on Course Management Systems in Higher Education ,

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From Learning Management Systems (LMS) to Learning Community Systems (LCS)

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  1. From Learning Management Systems (LMS) toLearning Community Systems (LCS) presented by Fran Marshall & Ken Baldauf Florida State University >

  2. Based on chapter to be published in: Research on Course Management Systems in Higher Education, Ken Baldauf, Vanessa Dennen, Wenting Jiang, Fran Marshall, Information Age Publishing, 2014, Edited by Dr. Angela Benson (University Alabama) and Dr. Andrew Whitworth (University of Manchester) – part of the “Perspectives in Instructional Technology and Distance Education” series.

  3. Outline • FSU’s Program in Interdisciplinary Computing • Rationale and Motivation • Defining an LCS • Our LCS Solution • Implementation • Demonstration • Research Results • Conclusion >

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  5. WHAT IS PIC? • PIC is truly interdisciplinary • Reports to Deans and Steering Committee • develops and promotes applied computer classes • promotes innovative work of students • explores new technologies for online education >

  6. WHAT IS PIC? >

  7. WHAT IS PIC? >

  8. WHAT IS PIC? >

  9. WHAT IS PIC? >

  10. http://digitech.fsu.edu/ >

  11. Rationale and Motivation forLearning Community Systems > Page 2/22

  12. The (i)nternet Generation >

  13. Talking about the iGeneration The Demanding Generation The Connected Generation The Technology Generation The Media Generation The Expressive Generation The Multitasking Generation >

  14. "The growth curve on the use of technology with children is exponential, and we run the risk of being out of step with this generation as far as how they learn and how they think," Rosen says. "We have to give them options because they want their world individualized."

  15. Inspiring the iGeneration!

  16. Inspiring the iGeneration?? >

  17. Online Instruction Considerations DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTOR ROLE SAMPLE LMS TOOLS Pedagogical Managerial Social Technical Maintaining orderly records Roster, dropbox, gradebook, calendar Media support, content flexibility, quizzes Teaching and assessing Enabling communications and interactions among course participants Profiles, chat, discussion boards, notifications, mobile Broad platform support, mobile access Flexible and convenient access >

  18. LMS Support for Student Educational Needs >

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  21. Defining a Learning Community System (LCS) >

  22. Features of the ideal LCS Content Delivery Technical Flexibility User Profile CommunicationTools Feedback Tools Alerts&Notifications CourseAdministration >

  23. Market Review (2009) >

  24. Two Major Concerns Lack of Customization Social Interface >

  25. Facebook Privacy concerns >

  26. Our Solution www.buddypress.org

  27. BuddyPress is a plugin that transforms a WordPress site into a Facebook-like social network. >

  28. Installed on institution servers, one installation per class, for individual class learning communities. >

  29. Benefits include: • free • private • customizable (open source) • broad user base • familiar user interface • media support • mobile support • cross platform >

  30. Social network features • customizable user profiles • profile photos • news feed • discussion forums • private & group messaging • email notifications • customizable home page >

  31. Drawbacks: • not an LMS • requires technical skills • not institutional >

  32. Comparison of Tools and Desired Features Graph One The details text goes here, this is an example text for place your text. Graph Two The details text goes here, this is an example text for place your text. Graph Three The details text goes here, this is an example text for place your text. Graph Four The details text goes here, this is an example text for place your text. NOTE: Ratings based on ability to meet our needs in a given category. H=high; M=medium; L=low >

  33. BuddypressPlugins >

  34. Blackboard and BuddypressImplementation >

  35. Learning Community Blackboard LMS • Course Content • Public Splash Page • Lessons in all formats • Exercises/Assignments • Course Administration • Assignment Submission • Gradebook • Grade Submission • Community/Communication • Member Profiles • Course Announcements • News feed • Discussion forums • Synchronous chat • Email & messaging • Virtual office hours • Evaluation • Assignments • Quizzes • Exams Syllabus Agenda Calendar >

  36. Let’s see it in Action! https://pic.fsu.edu/courses/2013/fall/cgs2821/ >

  37. Research:The LCS From the Student’s Perspective >

  38. Student Feedback on the LCS In Fall of 2010 with 166 students, the majority (78%) indicated that the LCS was beneficial in assisting with course interactions. Only 9% of the students disagreed; others indicated no opinion or did not respond. > Page 4/22

  39. Student Feedback on the LCS “I think having everyone in an online course use the same kind of community interface is a great idea. It helps bring us closer to our classmates even when we don’t physically see each other in class.? “Online learning communities are the perfect way to share thoughts and ideas throughout the semester. I feel very comfortable knowing that there are many other students out there that can help me if I need it.” > Page 4/22

  40. Conclusion Next Steps > Page 2/22

  41. Building online community is key to the success of online education User profiles and profile photos are useful in students getting to know each other and developing meaningful relationships A free flowing ongoing discussion (newsfeed/status updates) is useful in creating a relaxed environment in which students can express themselves and get to know each other

  42. BuddyPress provides a compliment to traditional LMS for teachers who are technically savvy. LMS’s are beginning to incorporate social media features but are still not making them central. Facebook Groups, Google+ Communities and Twitter have arisen to better support educational needs. The free flow of communication and information over mobile devices is very important in supporting education for the iGeneration.

  43. Thank You! This presentation available at www.techminded.co Ken Baldauf kbaldauf@fsu.edu Fran Marchallfbm11b@my.fsu.edu >

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