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My professor clients tell me summer is a time they get a lot of things done, especially what they couldn't get to during the academic year. Creating your personal academic website might be on your "I wish I could do this if I had the time" list. It's okay if you've been putting off your online presence because you haven't had the time or focus. It's okay to prioritize rest, or other projects you care about instead too. If a personal academic website has been on your to-do list, but it's just not going to get done... It's okay for you to get help with your online presence too. You don’t have to start from scratch. If you want something quick and easy, you can get your website up TODAY with Owlstown, a free academic website builder from my friend Dr. Ian Li. We run the Best Personal Academic Websites Contest together with Brittany Trinh. Here's the replay of our free live event to help you set up your personal academic website (link in the comments below).  You don't need to hire me to make your website a reality.

Why are textbooks still so expensive in higher education? The US Department of Education's recent January proposals could be a major setback for efforts to reduce costs and increase access to instructional materials. In this article, we assess: 1. Why textbooks are so expensive 2. How institutions procure their textbooks 3. The shift in prices 4. What you can do Article from: Gates Bryant, Ria Bharadwaj Learn more: https://bit.ly/49Hobug #highered #equitableaccess #inclusiveaccess

You don’t have to start from scratch when you begin a degree program. Whether you have existing college credits to transfer or previous learning from outside the classroom, you can receive credit for what you know at SNU. Learn more in our e-book, “Accelerating Your Path to Graduation: A Guide to Transfer Credits and Prior Learning.” https://hubs.ly/Q02kV3q_0

How you can Get hold of my Textbooks? GETTING YOUR TEXTBOOKS It’s a must to a number of choices to buy textbooks to satisfy their academic wants. INCLUSIVE ACCESS Some lessons have inclusive entry course supplies. Sometimes, these supplies shall be digital. The price of the course supplies is ro

Faculty attitudes toward online teaching play a crucial role in the overall success of online education initiatives. Research indicates that teachers’ self-efficacy regarding web-based learning significantly influences their willingness to engage with online course development and teaching methods. Specifically, these attitudes are important predictors of how positively faculty approach integrating technology and online teaching practices into their courses, which in turn affects students' learning outcomes and engagement levels in the online environment. During the rapid transition to online education prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, many faculty members faced challenges due to their lack of experience and confidence in teaching online. This led to a reliance on quick and often inadequate solutions, rather than effective research-based methods. Acceptance and commitment to online teaching from faculty can foster a more stable learning environment for students, allowing for better course design and implementation, which is essential for effective online learning. Moreover, some institutions that prioritized professional development for faculty were better prepared to offer quality online courses compared to those that did not actively support their faculty. This difference underscores the importance of faculty attitudes and support in achieving successful online education outcomes. https://bit.ly/3X2eseH

📚 Calling all Library and Information Science (LIS) students! 📚 🎉 I am excited to introduce our comprehensive FREE Master E-book of Paper 02, meticulously crafted to cater to all your academic and competitive exam needs! 🎉 This ultimate resource brings together all modules relevant to LIS students, ensuring that you have everything you need at your fingertips. Whether you're studying for your university exams or gearing up for competitive tests, this E-book has got you covered. But wait, there's more! Not only does my E-book cover essential modules, but it also features a treasure trove of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) based on the E-PG Pathshala syllabus. These MCQs are strategically designed to align with the syllabus, making them an invaluable tool for your exam preparation. Here's why our Master E-book of Paper 02 stands out: 👨🏻🎓 Comprehensive Coverage: From foundational concepts to advanced topics, we've compiled all modules essential for LIS students, ensuring a holistic understanding of the subject matter. 👨🏻🎓MCQs Based on E-PG Pathshala Syllabus: Our MCQs are carefully curated to match the E-PG Pathshala syllabus, making them highly relevant and beneficial for competitive exams. 👨🏻🎓Exam-Ready Preparation: With our E-book, you can prepare with confidence, knowing that you're studying from a trusted source that aligns with your exam requirements. Convenience: No need to juggle multiple textbooks or online resources. My E-book provides everything you need in one convenient package, accessible anytime, anywhere. Whether you're a student aiming for academic excellence or an aspirant preparing for competitive exams, our Master E-book of Paper 02 is your ultimate companion on the journey to success in the field of Library and Information Science. Don't miss out on this invaluable resource! Get your copy today and take your LIS studies to new heights! 🚀📖 #LibraryScience #InformationScience #LIS #Ebook #ExamPreparation #EPGPathshala #MCQs #CompetitiveExams Note : Module 9 is missing it will be compiled after some time. I would request everyone Do not sell or buy this book because it is free to all of you whoever will be caught selling or buying of this book so he/she will be liable for upcoming consequences. Download Link: https://lnkd.in/ghS6n7bB

📢 When designing assessment criteria and rubrics for online courses, consider the following steps: 1. Start with Priorities: Begin by identifying national or institutional needs that must be met. Consider factors like copyright, privacy regulations (such as FERPA), and online accessibility protocols¹. 2. Course-Specific Criteria: Develop specific criteria for online course content. All courses typically include a syllabus and content for delivery. List critical elements for these areas and incorporate them into your evaluation process. 3. Use Rubrics: A rubric is an effective way to organize and communicate assessment criteria. It includes: - Criteria: Descriptions of what you're assessing (e.g., clarity of instructions, depth of analysis). - Quality Levels: Ranges (e.g., poor, satisfactory, excellent) that reflect performance. - Scoring Strategy: How points are assigned based on performance. Remember that rubrics can be customized to align with your teaching perspective and institutional requirements. Prioritize essential elements and create rubrics that suit your context! 😊📝 #online_education_advices

Upcoming Library Authentication Changes: Effective May 20, 2024! Learn about the changes to accessing our online collections including our ebooks, databases, and journals in today's blog post. You may be asked to log in with your GW UserID and password, even if you are on-campus or using the VPN, but we expect this change to be seamless for our users. Today's blog post also includes important information for GW faculty, instructional designers, and staff who maintain links to course materials in Blackboard or other course management systems. https://lnkd.in/esJ6n_tz

Fellow Open and Affordable Textbook Community Members we’re excited to open a call for interested individuals willing to contribute support or chapters for the follow-up edition of Marking OER Courses: Best Practices and Case Studies. To help higher education institutions across the country implement course marking for open and affordable educational resources this practical guide will provide case studies, overview relevant topics, provide tips for implementation, and review contributing factors to the process. The follow-up edition will expand to include state, consortium, regional, and even failed (as of today) attempts to implement textbook course markings. In recognition of our wide-ranging efforts to reduce or eliminate textbook costs we are also updating the title to Textbook Course Markings: Best Practices and Case Studies. We’re seeking individuals interested in being contributors to collaboratively develop chapters that analyze key considerations relevant to textbook course markings. Topics slated for exploration are listed below: Case Studies: Institution(s); State; Consortium/Compacts/Regional Policy, Regulation, and Legislation Collaboration and Community Platforms and Processes Communication and Integration Impact and Environment Challenges, Barriers, or Stressors Successes, Benefits, or Improvements Contributors are invited to propose additional chapter topics Case studies should provide details on their specific course marking process. We encourage contributors to showcase their own experience and knowledge, even if OER course markings efforts failed or have not been fully implemented. There is no minimum or maximum page requirement. This peer-reviewed book will be published under a CC BY 4.0 license. Expected Timeline · Call for interest through July 5th · If enough interest shown, Call for Proposals closes September 30, 2024. · Editors will notify contributors of acceptance no later than October 25, 2024 · Chapter outline and expected outcomes no later than December 20, 2024 · First draft of accepted submissions due by February 28, 2025. · Final draft no later than April 25, 2025. · Peer review period through May 30, 2025 · Author revision based on peer reviews by June 13, 2025 · Projected publication date is Fall 2025. Please note that experience implementing course markings is not necessary to contribute to this project, as we will need support in various ways. Contributors only need to have an interest in course marking implementation and an eagerness to participate. Please submit an Expression of Interest by July 5th, https://lnkd.in/eJjiaisr Rebel Cummings-Sauls, Florida Virtual Campus and Jeanne Hoover, East Carolina University

The evolution of open education in Manitoba has gone from ‘What is open?’ to ‘How do I create an OER for my subject?’ – learn how educators in Manitoba are leaning on available resources to create, execute, and deliver localized open educational resources.