The Browsable Classroom

by Braun, Linda W.; Noah, Carolyn

• ISBN13: 9781555704254
• ISBN10: 1555704255
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-01-01
• Publisher: Neal Schuman Pub

Summary

Examines new roles for libraries and librarians in providing services for distance learners and teachers, and discusses synchronous and asynchronous learning environments and distance learning models.

Author Biography

Carolyn B. Noah is the administrator of the Central Massachusetts Regional Library System in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts Linda W. Braun is an educational technology consultant with LEO: Librarians & Educators Online

Table of Contents

List of Figures	ix
Preface	xi
Acknowledgments	xix
Go the Distance: Education Options Online	1	(18)
Synchronous Learning Environments	2	(7)
Real-Time Chat	3	(3)
Picture Tel/Compressed Video	6	(2)
Face-to-Face Learning Environments	8	(1)
Asynchronous Learning Environments	9	(7)
Discussion Boards	11	(1)
Templates for Surveys and Quizzes	12	(2)
Note and Presentation Posting	14	(1)
Video and E-Mail	14	(2)
Conclusion	16	(1)
References	17	(2)
Think Strategically: Successful Distance Education Models for the Library Community	19	(22)
Courses for Adult Learners	20	(4)
SmartPlanet	20	(1)
Annenburg/CPB Project	21	(3)
Courses Offered from the American Association of School Librarians and the Young Adult Library Services Association	24	(2)
Courses Offered by Libraries and Librarians	26	(9)
Online Tutorials from the Three Rivers Regional Library System	29	(1)
FALCON: An Interactive Web Tutorial	30	(2)
TILT: Texas Information Literacy Tutorial	32	(3)
Courses Offered by Accredited Library and Information Programs	35	(3)
Connecticut State University	36	(1)
University of Pittsburgh	37	(1)
What's Next	38	(1)
Conclusion	39	(1)
References	40	(1)
Lead On: The Library's Growing Role in Distance Education	41	(26)
Who Are These People, Anyway?	42	(1)
High School Distance Learning Programs	43	(3)
The School Library Media Specialist's Role	44	(2)
Library Resources for Distance Learners	46	(1)
Traditional Library Resources to Support Distance Learners	46	(7)
Orientations to Online Research	47	(2)
Reference Work	49	(3)
Collection Development	52	(1)
Non-Traditional Library Roles to Support Distance Learners	53	(7)
Library Services for Distance Instructors	55	(1)
Electronic Pathfinders and Other Resource Organizers	56	(2)
Reserves and Delivery	58	(1)
Your Online Librarian	59	(1)
Standards for Distance Learning Library Services	60	(1)
Copyright	61	(1)
Collaboration	62	(1)
Conclusion	63	(1)
References	64	(3)
Be Creative: Effective Distance Education Program Design	67	(40)
Background Issues	68	(1)
The Organization	68	(1)
Objectives of the Instructional Offering	69	(1)
The Players	69	(5)
The Content Expert	70	(2)
The Instructional Designer	72	(1)
The Web Designer or Technical Expert	73	(1)
Student Testers	74	(1)
Potential Audience	74	(1)
Technical Considerations	75	(2)
Charting the Course	77	(18)
Brainstorming	78	(3)
Design Process	81	(11)
Content Development	92	(3)
Putting the Pieces Together	95	(3)
Going Live	98	(2)
Barriers to Success	100	(4)
Language Differences	100	(1)
Communication	101	(1)
Work Style Challenges	102	(1)
Time and Space	103	(1)
Fluidity: Are We There Yet?	104	(1)
Outcomes for First-Time Distance Learning Providers	104	(1)
Conclusion	105	(1)
References	106	(1)
Renew and Retool: New Skills for the Distance Educator	107	(22)
Starting From Scratch: Selecting and Preparing Content	108	(7)
Selecting the Format	111	(2)
Preparing the Content	113	(2)
Considering the Student	115	(1)
Communicating Professionally	116	(9)
Responding to E-Mail	118	(1)
Discussion Board Facilitation	119	(2)
Inappropriate Communication	121	(2)
Writing Style Concerns	123	(1)
Understanding Assignments	124	(1)
Conclusion	125	(1)
References	126	(3)
Handle with Care: Assessment of Distance Education Students' Needs	129	(16)
Student Readiness	130	(9)
Academic Readiness	131	(4)
Technological Readiness	135	(4)
Once the Program Begins	139	(3)
Handling the Technology	140	(2)
Knowing Who to Call	142	(1)
Conclusion	142	(1)
References	143	(2)
Look Ahead: The Future of the Browsable Classroom	145	(8)
The Facts of Distance Learning	145	(1)
Expanding Options for Distance Learners	146	(1)
Libraries Get Involved	147	(1)
Building the Online Library	148	(1)
Teaching in the Virtual Classroom	149	(1)
Good Candidates for Distance Learning	150	(1)
Conclusion	150	(1)
Reference	151	(2)
Appendix: Glossary of Useful Distance Education Terms	153	(6)
Bibliography	159	(2)
Notes and Credits	161	(2)
Index	163	(8)
About the Authors	171