Online Learning…

By:Maryam Mahzouni

Sana Lat i f Haya Al Hajr i

Online Learning/communicating

• Online learning: is distance education which are taken through the internet.

• M-learning: using a portable device that helps people to access courses through a wireless server, across different locations.

• Netiquette: interaction over networks, ranging from and mailing lists to blogs and forums.

Online learning

Forms of online courses(Distance Education)

• Courses that meet at specific time and location

• Courses that do not meet at specific time and location

How Do We Receive Distance Education Material to Study

• Internet• Email

• Radio/TV• CD

• Pocket PC/Mobile• Self Managed Learning

•LogisticsoHow to receive materialoHow to be informed about

class cancellation

•Schedule your selfoSet time to study

oSubmit assignments on timeoWork with group on case studies

Successful Distance Education Course

•Course informationoWebsite address

oInstructor’s information

•Technical requirementsoHardware and software

needed

Mobile is…

M-Learning Advantages

• Group Based Activities• Outdoor Learning• Independent Study• Distance Learning

M-Learning Disadvantages

• GAME PLAYING• CLASSROOM TEXTING• LESS OF TEACHER CONTROL• EXAM CHEATING***

Netiquette

• Make a good impression –What you write and post reflects

you, so review your work before sending it.

•Use appropriate languageThe readers only have your words, and sometimes words can say opposite of what you mean or feel.Do not use CAPTIALS – its similar to screaming

•Be briefThe less you write the more chance of people reading it.

Guidelines

•Obey copyright laws•Don’t use anything e.g. images or any other content without permission •Use proper citation if you copy out someone's work

• Don’t respond to “flames” or personal attacks–If it continues then contact your

web master

•Do not send SPAMDo not forward any electronic junk mails

Guidelines (continued)

Summary

• Online learning has made our lives much more easier. In just one click, you will be able to access any information that you want.

• Helps us communicate with people around the world to exchange languages, culture and information.