Web Conference: Sept. 8, 2012 9:00 am
Dr. Abernathy and Dr. Jenkins provided a lot of information during this web conference. The transition from EPIC to Black Board has been a little stressful. I have had to learn a new navigation system, and I have been concerned that I am not receiving all of the information needed to successfully complete the course. I have learned to check announcements and messages on the main page to obtain the latest information.
The one major difference is the discussion board. We are now in groups rather than sections. We do not create new threads, but simply reply to the original prompt post. Both Dr. Abernathy and Dr. Jenkins gave helpful information for using the discussion board, locating resources, and submitting course components. Submissions are now unlimited. If the wrong assignment is submitted or if the assignment needs to be retrieved and resubmitted, it is possible to do so.
Now that we are in assigned discussion groups, the IAs need our name, group name, and Lamar ID number on all submissions. The section number does not identify our group anymore. As we rotate through our remaining courses, our group names may change depending on the number of students in the course.
Dr. Jenkins informed us that the Week 3 Mid-Term Exam will take from a half hour to 45 minutes to complete. He will provide a study guide of Test Taking Tips for the Mid-Term Exam. He explained that he will identify where to look for answers. I appreciate the study guide tips, because it allows me to focus on the material that the exam will address. In week 4, Dr. Abernathy and Dr. Jenkins will review the answers on the Mid-Term Exam.
Dr. Abernathy will upload the web conferences and the chat logs to Black Board in the Resources section of the course. Video scripts may also be found in the Resource section.
Jeanette King
EDLD 5326 School Community Relations
BB Kirkland 01
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