Creating Dynamic Online Activities to Support Traditional Instruction

Dr. Jennifer Smolka Dr. Robert MarshallCoordinator EdS in EdTech Director AssessmentMajor AssessmentsPhd Programs PhD Programs

• Schools are weaving online learning into their mission for 21st Century classrooms. Some use their Online Classroom to provide educational access when attending school isn’t possible or supplement the classroom lecture. Let’s share activities that transform online learning to a higher level of engagement and collaboration than e-readings and writing submittal.

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Who are we?

• Jennifer Smolka– Former public school teacher, Ed Tech consultant, pre-

service and professional educator preparation, Master Technology Teacher course developer, professor for University of North Texas, Western Governors University, Southern Methodist University & Walden University.

• Robert Marshall– Former public school teacher, campus administrator,

curriculum coordinator, superintendent and university professor in Educational Leadership Doctoral Program Development for Texas A&M System and Western Illinois

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What’s the definition of ENGAGE?

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to come together and interlock (as of machinery parts) : be or

become in gear

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/engage

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• Oh, wait ….

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Let’s Engage

http://geotech2011.wikispaces.com

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