EDUCamp 2010: Open Learning and Open Educational Resources
In the final instalment of our series of EDUCamp 2010 articles, we look at open learning and open educational resources.
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How One English Literature Student Learned More Than Just Literature With Distance Education
Helen Darbyshire is a 4th Year English Literature Major who enrolled in FREN 348 to “help [her] fulfill requirements outside of [her] Major,” after it was recommended by Arts Advising. “It enabled me to take two courses at the same time (my other course is on campus) which I could not normally do, so therefore it assists in my goal of completing my Degree.”
EDUCamp 2010: Community Service Learning Initiatives and an Introduction to Podcasting
EDUCamp 2010 offered attendees a day of thinking and learning about sustainability education and the value of learning technologies. In two sessions, attendees found out about the UBC Community Service Learning initiatives and learned the basics of podcasting.
How Distance Education Leaves One Psychology Student Pleasantly Surprised
Chris Wirth is a 4th Year Psychology Major who needed to find a way “to complete [his] degree while working full-time in order to pay for [his] studies.” Registering in two Psychology courses through distance education made this scenario possible, while providing him with pleasantly unexpected experiences in his education.
EDUCamp 2010 – The Great Debate
EDUCamp’s second session, the Great Debate, brought together six educators and students to debate the relevancy of social media in higher education. The stage was set for an informative session that featured some humorous takes on the pros and cons of social media.