A New Voice for Discussions?
19 Oct 2011 6 Comments
in Discussions
At various times throughout this program, we have talked about the importance of the three types of interactions in online learning: learner to learner, learner to instructor, and learner to content. If you think about it, the weekly discussion board allows for all three of these types of interactions. This week we discussed collaboration and the importance of discussions but does the traditional discussion board need to make way for something new?
If you are familiar with VoiceThread, you already know that there is another possibility to consider regarding carrying on an online discussion. If you are not familiar with VoiceThread, please use the following link attached to the logo for a brief introduction to what it has to offer.
After exploring VoiceThread, please post your thoughts on the use of this technology. Reflect on the following questions as you compose your post:
- Does VoiceThread open a new door for discussions?
- What possibilities do you foresee for VoiceThread in online learning?
- Does VoiceThread offer any advantages over text-based discussions?
- Are there any drawbacks to VoiceThread?
Please post your ideas as to whether or not you think VoiceThread offers a viable alternative to the traditional discussion board. Cite additional resources to support your views.
Discussion Rubric
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A: Exemplary |
B: Good |
C: Poor |
F: Unacceptable |
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Contribution to Community |
Learner is very responsive to classmates’ posts and respectful of others’ opinions. |
Learner does a good job of responding to classmates’ posts and being respectful to others. |
Learner is not particularly responsive or has trouble being respectful. |
Learner is not engaged in the discussion and/or disrespects classmates. |
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Timeliness of Postings |
Initial post is submitted by Wednesday and responses follow soon thereafter. |
Initial post or responses are slightly late. |
Initial post is late and responses are done at the last minute. |
Initial post and responses are done at the end of the week. |
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Quality of Expression |
Learner displays strong analytic skills and fully supports his/her position. |
Learner displays some analytic skills and responds to the discussion question but could offer a little more support. |
Learner’s post contains only superficial analysis with little to no support for position. |
Learner’s response is incomplete or vague and offers no support to his/her position. |
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References |
Cites references for most if not all posts |
Cites references for many posts |
Cites a few posts |
No references cited |
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Number of Responses |
More than 4 |
4 |
2-3 |
0-1 |
