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EDUC 762 Assessment in E-learning

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"Going through each piece for the final project has given me the opportunity to see how much I have changed from formal, traditional assessments to much more authentic learning activities and hands-on assessments."
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EDUC 648 Math Assessment for Response to Intervention (RtI)

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Rubrics

Creating and Using Rubrics for Assessment.
Learn more about rubrics and alternative assessments. Find what you need by exploring dozens of categories and rubric examples

Kathy Schrock's Guide to Everything: Assessment Rubrics  
Rubrics, especially those that are revised as you use them, age very well.  Kathy Schrock gives us a deep archive of rubrics that she updates regularly.

Video Project Rubric
UW-Stout's most popular rubric. Includes design, production quality, and captioning.  

Elementary Teamwork Rubric
Help your kids understand assessment criteria as they work together on end of the year projects.

Online Discussion Rubric
This rubric describes practices in the online classroom. Here you’ll find well-crafted criteria for Critical Analysis, Community Participation, Etiquette, and Quality of Writing.

EPortfolio (Digital Portfolio) Rubric
What makes an exemplary EPortfolio? This rubric will show you the way.

Game Rubric: Assessing Student Learning in Virtual Simulations and Serious Games
A grading rubric created by Ann Bell with six performance criteria.

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Show Me, don't tell me: Quick Rubric Video Tutorial from Richard Byrne

Byrne demonstrates how to use the free online tool Quick Rubric in a five-minute video.

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Managing Your Online Classroom - Why Instructional Design is "HOT"

Tips for Managing Your Online Classroom and Why is Instructional Design "Hot"  Editor: Dennis O’Connor This e-newsletter is brought to you by University of Wisconsin-Stout College of Education, Hospitality, Health, and Human Sciences. If you do not wish to receive future issues, please see instructions to manage preferences at the bottom of this message. Featured Certificate Instructional Design  Final call for the first course that begins on August 24. Start or advance your career as an Instructional Designer, Content Developer, Instructional Technologist, Elearning Designer and Project Manager, Training and Learning Developer or Coordinator, and many other positions in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. Our Students Say: "Thank you for prepping me for the interviews. I have been hired by Aurora Health Care System as an Instructional Designer in the area of medical coding." ~ Karen Pizur, Muskego, Wisconsin Why is Instructional Design "Hot" What Does an Instructional Designer Do?  Christy Tucker's most popular post has been revised repeatedly over the years. This type of continuous improvement is just one aspect of what it means to be an instructional designer.  Best Practices for Video Use in Instructional Design The first line of this piece sets the stage: "We can just record my existing PowerPoint slides." Kevin Lyon takes us beyond hopeful thinking and into the 'ethics of video lectures in instructional design.' Thought-provoking and detailed, this article will help you find your way.  Creating an Instructional Design Portfolio   When it comes to instructional design, it is essential to 'show what you know.' Devlin Peck shows you how to create your portfolio in this recent article. He starts with great examples, then walks you through the development process.  Survey Report: The State of Instructional Designer Salaries 2020: 150+ IDs Tell Us What They Earn  How much does this job pay? Pay is a complex question. This survey looks at major influences on salaries for Instructional Designers. Heads up: You'll need to complete Eduflow's survey to see the report. Instructional Design Jobs  Instructional Design Career Center: Job Boards to Find a Job as an Instructional Designer Managing Your Online Classroom Make the online experience more impactful for your students, as well as more rewarding for you. QM Emergency Remote Instruction (ERI) Checklists by Quality Matters Do you need reliable ideas to get remote instruction organized quickly? Here you'll find checklists for Higher Education, K-14, and a K-12 Companion for IEP & 504 Plans. Video orientation and links to many more resources are also available.  7 Essential Strategies for New Online Distance Teachers Strong advice and deep resources make this article a place to start as you gear up for a challenging school year.  Inspirations: How Educators are Transforming the Education Process Most educators are certain that if they don't begin school online in the fall, they'll eventually have to move to online. If a second wave of the virus hits the nation, or if social distancing and other precautions aren't possible in often-overcrowded schools, then remote teaching will be a reality. Facing the uncertainty of schools reopening online or face-to-face, we all need inspiration. You'll find it here!  COVID-19 Diaries: Tech Tools for Distance Learning Milken National Educator Jennifer Reaves is a teacher and technology integration specialist working in a West Virginia elementary school. She shares four favorite tools to stay connected with students. Register Today Available Courses for September and October  Online Course List If you need a copy of the syllabus for your employer to approve enrollment in a course, email: vanderveldej@uwstout.edu Phone: 715-642-0209 Register Now! Our Favorite Rubrics Creating and Using Rubrics for Assessment Dates to Remember Fall Tuition Due Date October 14, 2020 - 100% Tuition Due Tech Tip:  Sample Video Conferencing Rubric Assess the effectiveness of your remote session to foster community, present topics, and enhance learning with this rubric. Guess How Many People Follow Us on Facebook? Connect with us on Facebook Interested in earning a Master's in Education Degree? Degree Overview and Financial Aid Options Our Master of Science in Education is a 30-credit Master's degree that features all online courses and offers a flexible curriculum to meet your professional development goals. Select courses within an interest area, earn a certificate, or mix and match classes from several areas.

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E-Learning and Online Teaching Graduate Certificate (University of Wisconsin-Stout!)

University of Wisconsin-Stout
School of Education
Online Professional Development 

E-Learning and Online Teaching Graduate Certificate http://www.uwstout.edu/soe/profdev/elearningcertificate.html

• Are you looking for an accredited E-learning and Online Teaching Certificate program?
• Is your institution rapidly developing online courses and programs?
• Are you looking for a new career or a way to supplement your current salary?
• Our courses benefit educators interested in effectively teaching online or blended courses. 

Summer registration is open. Sign up soon.

Courses are completely online; no travel to campus required.
8-Week Online Courses

Course Start and Ending Dates
Each course is 8 weeks.

EDUC 760 E-Learning for Educators 3 graduate credits
This is the introductory course in the E-Learning and Online Teaching Graduate Certificate, is an approved elective in the online Master of Science in Education degree program, and is open as an individual course to students seeking professional development.

EDUC 762 Assessment in E-Learning 3 graduate credits
(choose one section)

EDUC 763 Instructional Design for E-Learning 3 graduate credits

EDUC 761 Creating Collaborative Communities in E-Learning 3 graduate credits
NOTE: This is the fourth in the series of five required courses for individuals pursuing the Graduate Certificate in E-Learning and Online Teaching and is also available as a single course for experienced trainers and online educators seeking professional development.

EDUC 764 E-Learning Practicum 3 graduate credits
(Prerequisite: Successful completion with a 3.0 gpa in EDUC 760, 761, 762, 763 and Consent of Instructor)

Successful completion of the practicum earns the E-Learning Certificate. This course culminates your preparation as an e-learning professional. You will finalize your professional e-portfolio as a career building demonstration of your online teaching skills and abilities. During the practicum you will teach with a cooperating online instructor gaining valuable real world online teaching experience. (A customized internship is available for those already teaching online.)
Frequently Asked Questions about the Practicum


How long does it take to complete the online teaching graduate certificate?
Five semesters if you enroll in one course per term. If you enroll in two courses per term, you may complete the certificate in ten months.

Recommended Course Sequence  


OPTION A: Complete the Certificate in 10 Months (enroll in two courses each term)
EDUC 760 June 13 – August 5, 2011
EDUC 762 June 5 - August 5, 2011 or June 13 - August 12, 2011
EDUC 763 September 19 – November 18, 2011
EDUC 761 September 26 – November 18, 2011
EDUC 764 Spring 2012

OPTION B: Complete the Certificate in 19 Months (enroll in one course each term)
EDUC 760 June 13 – August 5, 2011
EDUC 762 September 19 – November 11, 2011 or October 3 – December 2, 2011
EDUC 763 Spring 2012
EDUC 761 Summer 2012
EDUC 764 Fall 2012
 
For more information, visit http://www.uwstout.edu/soe/profdev/elearningcertificate.html
You may enroll in any course for professional development or complete all four courses and the practicum to receive the Certificate in E-Learning and Online Teaching.

Courses can be used to fulfill requirements in the Master of Science in Education, Master of Science in Career and Technical Education and Ed.S. in Career and Technical Education degree programs.
Benefits

• Expert facilitation by veteran online educators
• Small highly interactive classes
• Professional quality projects for an e-portfolio to aid in job searches
• Career mentoring and job placement assistance
• Credits may also apply as electives in three different UW-Stout graduate degree programs
• Highly competitive tuition (tuition is the same for Wisconsin residents, out-of-state and international students)

The courses model best practices in e-learning with interactive discussions and hands-on experiences

• creating and using blogs, wikis, and other social tools
• integrating video and podcasts
• adopting best practices for engaging class discussions and assignments
• designing authentic assessment activities, quizzes and grading options 
• building strong communication activities in your online class
• motivating online students who are falling behind      
• managing your online teaching workload

If you have any questions, please contact Dennis O'Connor, the program adviser, at (530) 318-1145 or email oconnord@uwstout.edu

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Register online today to reserve a spot at: http://www.uwstout.edu/soe/profdev/register.shtml

Threaded Discussion Tips

UW-Stout Discussion Board Etiquette
Here is the University of Wisconsin-Stout resource page on discussion board etiquette.  This represents the best practices of our veteran e-learning instructors.

This advice helps all learners better understand the techniques and nuances of threaded discussion. 

Discussion Board Topic Links:

• Your First Posting
• Change the Subject Line
• Delete the Extra
• Tone and Courtesy in Writing
• Summarize, Quote, or Refer
• Give Credit Where Credit is Due
• Me, Too, I Agree!
• Grammar, Spelling and Fonts

This is one of many resources shared with students and staff in an effort to provide the best online learning experience to all.