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Redevelopment of an e-learning module to provide supported open learning

Redevelopment of an e-learning module to provide supported open learning. Alan Boddy . MSc in Oncology and Palliative Care. Distance learning course (other strands) 10 years – gradual evolution Delivered via Blackboard Reliance on e-books Broad range of professional backgrounds

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Redevelopment of an e-learning module to provide supported open learning

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  1. Redevelopment of an e-learning module to provide supported open learning Alan Boddy

  2. MSc in Oncology and Palliative Care • Distance learning course (other strands) • 10 years– gradual evolution • Delivered via Blackboard • Reliance on e-books • Broad range of professional backgrounds • Wide geographical distribution

  3. Onc8001 • Cancer Pharmacology • Content heavy • Demanding in terms of concepts • Very heavy reliance on e-books • Single written piece of work for summative assessment • Dry!

  4. Feedback on Onc8001 “This module is too time heavy with too much reading and would benefit from a more interactive structure”

  5. Supported Open Learning • Supported Open Learning • = students choose ‘where’ • =support from tutor(s) :eg advice, feedback • = contact with other students • HOW? • = High quality resources and assessment • =delivery • =commitment from students • COMMUNITY

  6. Community Commitment, organisation and self motivation Sense of belonging –personalised Flexible, engaging and learner centred Encourages interaction :collaboration

  7. Supported Open LearningShifting the workload balance to improve the quality of student learning ONC8001 ONC8019

  8. PDF to CMS Changing the medium

  9. PDF to CMS Changing the medium

  10. What worked? Resources Online content expanded  Journal articles  Youtube videos  Panopto recordings  Activities Reflective journal  Blogs  Wikis  Assessment MCQs Powerpoint presentation  1000 word essay

  11. “the activities were fun” “ great for structure and knowing what to do” ”promoted interest in the subject and made me think” Grades 62-82 % Less plagiarism Assessment pieces – more enjoyable to read Success?

  12. Induction Icebreaker activity support learners in developing confidence and competence in learning in a digital environment Group work Management of blogs Content – question and reveal Where next?

  13. Good feedback from students “Knew clearly what was expected of you” “Good balance between things to read, video and activities” “Gave an in-depth understanding” Is this e-learning (as opposed to e-teaching)? It takes a lot longer than you think! Onc8019 for the future

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