Session 4 Lessons Learned Blackboard Master Class August
Session 4 Lessons Learned Blackboard Master Class August 20, 2020 │ 1: 00 -2: 00 pm November 17, 2020 1: 00 – 2: 30 pm
Training Objectives Participants will gain an understanding of key considerations for building Bb content classes, including: • • effective planning accessible content OER Bb Content Collection organization built-in Blackboard Features student-centered content standards-aligned content.
#1 Effective Planning: Key Considerations • Audience (e. g. ABE, ELL) • Instructional Delivery Method (Asynchronous, Synchronous, F 2 F) • Leading with the CCRS or ELPS • Nomenclature (Naming Conventions and Content Organization) • Content Considerations (Purchased Content, OER, etc…) • Other Essential Considerations (e. g. , Readability, Accessibility, etc. ) Reference Handout(s): 1 A, 1 B, 2 (WV)
#1 Effective Planning: Test Your Knowledge What was the 1 st Key Consideration Mentioned? 1. Nomenclature 2. Audience In the Chat area: List the provided explanation of why this consideration is important.
#2 - Lead with Accessibility • Fonts • Structure • Links "Online Accessibility" by Omega ADA is licensed under CC BY 4. 0 • Images Ø Alternate Text (Alt-Text) Reference Handout(s): 2 (WV)
Alt-text • Alt-text is provided for all images based on the following criteria: • If image is completely described by preceding or following text use one of the following: • Title – Provide a Short Descriptive Title • Text Option 1 – “Image explained in text above/below” • Text Option 2 – “Image is an example of text above/below” • If image needs additional text to explain what is displayed: • Title – Provide a Short Descriptive Title • Text – Explain in detail what the image is meant to convey. (Start the first sentence with “Image depicts” or “Image of”)
#2 Lead with Accessibility: Test Your Knowledge True or False: All images should have alt-text with long descriptions attached to them. 1. True 2. False
#3 Learn the Basics OER To Your Benefit • OER Defined • OER Examples • OER Benefits • OER vs “Free” Resources • OER Licenses • OER Search Strategies • OER Proper Attribution Open Educational Resources Reference Handout(s): 3 (W)
OER Part I: Test Your Knowledge What is the key distinguishing factor between OER and other Free Resources? 1. The copyright status 2. How much it costs
OER Resource Guide • • COMPREHENSIVE DETAILED ORGANIZED EASY NAVIGATION ALL SUBJECTS ALL STUDENT POPULATIONS ALL STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS Reference Handout(s): Link Provided in Chat Area
#4 - Content Collection Comes First Key Considerations • Create Content Collection for the Course (Blackboard storage place) • After you develop your Course Structure (units, lessons, modules, etc. ) and before you start building the course • Navigate to the Content Collection tab in Bb • Create Content Collection (Organization) • • Folder/File Structure Upload/Properly Label Content (Adding content not built in Bb) o o o Keeps Content Organized Makes Content Easily Searchable Easy to Link to Content from within Bb Reference Handout(s): 1 A, 1 B, (WV)
Course Structure
Organization of Content Collection
#4 Content Collection: Test Your Knowledge Multiple Choice: When should you create the Content Collection? a. After you develop your course structure b. After you start building the course c. Before you develop your course structure
#5 Take Advantage of Built-in Bb Tools • It’s FREE • Easy-to-use • Centralized Location of Assignments • Direct Link to My Grades • Track Student Progress • It’s FREE Reference Handout(s): N/A (V)
Blackboard Tools & Features Overview • Content Building Features • Assessment Options • Tools Option • Partner Content
Content Building Features • Soft Chalk Score Center Content • Sign. Up List • Lesson Plan • Syllabus • Mashups
Assessment Options • Tests • Surveys • Assignments (upload feature) • Self and Peer Assessments • Mobile Compatible Tests • Mc. Graw-Hill Assignments
Assessment Example
Tools Option • Discussion Board • Blogs • Journals • Groups • Soft. Chalk Lesson/Course • Achievements
Partner Content • Mc. Graw Hill • Pearson • Open. Ed
#5 Bb Built-in Tools: Test Your Knowledge In the chat area, name at least one of the Bb tools mentioned.
#6 Students Come First • Add content from student’s perspective • Be sure students understand how to navigate course content without assistance • Make sure instructions are explicit and readability is appropriate for students “Online Learning” by Vectorportal. com is licensed under CC BY 4. 0 • Build content that is accessible to all learners • Be sure that students have the necessary tools and resources needed to successfully complete assignments Reference Handout(s): 2 (WV)
#6 Student Comes First: Test Your Knowledge Why is building content from the student perspective important? (Unmute yourself or type your response in the chat)
#7 Bb Content Criteria Check • Is the Content CCRS-Aligned? • Are There Pertinent Missing Standards? • How Does it Compare to the DE Rubric? • Is the Content Instructionally Versatile? "question mark" by Winged. Wolf is licensed under CC BYNC-ND 2. 0 Reference Handout(s): 2, 4 -7 (WV)
CCRS-Aligned Content • Starting with the Standards • Curriculum Choices • Lesson Plan Objectives & Activities Reference Handout(s): 2
Identifying Missing Standards • • • Curriculum Materials Analysis & Comparison Many Curriculum Publishers have TABE-targeted content. The TABE test does NOT cover all the standards. TABE-specific curriculum may have missing standards. Remember our target audience & applicable goals • Workforce Entry Prep • High School Credential Seekers • Post-Secondary Prep • Military Entrance Exam Prep
CCRS Level C Language Standards vs TABE 11 & 12 Level M Language Comparison Reference Handout(s): 4
Base Content on the DE Rubric • • Teacher Training & Familiarity DE Rubric Categories Proficient is the Minimum Goal Use Rubric to Build Lesson Plans & Activities Reference Handout(s): 5
Instructionally Versatile Content • What happens if we have another shut down? • Build Versatile Content • Asynchronous • Synchronous • Hybrid • Face-to-Face (F 2 F) Reference Handout(s): 6, 7 "Online Learning" by leanforward_photos is licensed under CC BY-SA 2. 0
#7 Bb Content Criteria Check: Test Your Knowledge True or False: TABE materials cover all the CCRS. 1. True 2. False
Helpful Resources • TCSG OAE Blackboard Resources and Webinar Archives • OAE Bb Technical Support Team • April Barkley: abarkley@tcsg. edu • Kevin Sharpton: ksharpton@tcsg. edu • Felicia Thomas Phelps: fphelps@tcsg. edu • OAE Blackboard Helpdesk • oaehelpdesk@tcsg. edu
Questions or Comments? Stay Tuned for the next OER Training January 28, 2021 │1: oo -2: 30 PM Topic: Contextual Examples Thanks for your participation!
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