A. Introduction to Excellence in management and leadership
2. Learning to learn
c. Learning online
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Definitions
Online learning
Blended Learning
Are you ready?
Activity 4
Technical requirements
Computer
Internet browser
Additional requirements
Additional software
Adobe Acrobat Readers and Converters
Macromedia Web Players
Microsoft Office Tools
Web browsers
Audio and Video Players
Security and virus protection
Definitions
Online learning is where learning is completed through use of the Internet. All content can however, be downloaded or provided on CD ROM. Delivery does not include face-to-face attendance at classes, but may include computer-based learning, work-based leaning and virtual classrooms.
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Blended Learning is where online learning is occurs in conjunction with a face-to-face session(s). This may be for modules not offered online, tutorials, practical workshops or student assessment exercises.
All online learning programs are usually supported with an initial face to face induction programmes. These are usually optional.
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Are you ready?
If you want to test your readiness to commence learning online do the complete activity.
Activity 4
One:
Self assessment program. Work through this program to see if your have the basic computer skills necessary to complete an online learning course - http://www.esset.com.au/sacl/ .
Also visit 'Becoming Web-wise' an online tutorial and site dedicated to assisting individuals use and take advantage of the World Wide Web, go to http://www.bbc.co.uk/webwise/learn/menu.shtml .
To ascertain how to study online and access the online tutorial Internet Business Manager. This has been written by Kate Sharp of Biz/ed (The Institute for Learning and Research Technology, University of Bristol), to assist managers/ management students access and use Internet-based information and resources http://www.vts.rdn.ac.uk/tutorial/business-manager/ .
Two:
Check your online readiness and using the Internet - http://www.esset.com.au/coursework.htm or do the net quiz at http://www.learnthenet.com/english/index.html .
Three:
If you still are not confident to commence online learning contact the course facilitator or the course provider.
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Technical requirements
The following list indicates the minimum requirements needs to complete a course either fully or partially online.
Some courses may have additional hardware, software or skills requirements and these will be listed on the individual course information page.
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Computer
Pentium 350MHz or faster (Pentium III is recommended)
Windows 98 or above (Windows XP is recommended) or MAC OS 8.0 or above
- 32MB RAM
- Colour Monitor set to 800 x 600 resolution.
- High Colour (16 Bit) or better
- 32x CD ROM Drive or faster
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Internet Browser
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 +, Netscape or similar
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Additional Requirements
- An internet connection (do you have a current supplier of Internet services?)
- An email address and facilities to send (write and attach files), receive (read) and save emails.
- Internet connection using a 33KByte modem or faster
- Sound/video card with speaker or headphones connected
- Do you have physical or other disabilities and need further assistance to use the internet or complete learning online?
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Additional Software
You may also require some software to view or play certain applications. All this software can be downloaded for free using the Internet. You should access and install recent versions of the following:
QuickTime and the QuickTime Logo are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The Get QuickTime Badge is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc., used with permission.
Java and the Java Coffee Cup Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries.
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Security and virus protection
While all effort is made to keep content supplied to you virus free and all our web sites secure and compliant with privacy and security requirements you should protect your computer from threat. It is highly recommended you install virus protection and some form of firewall.
Adapted by David Lazear (1991), Seven Ways of Knowing . Illinois: Skylight, © 1995 Hawker Brownlow Education.
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