Lit Review: Elementary children’s epistemological beliefs and understandings of science in the context of computer-mediated video conferencing with scientists.

Posted on December 31, 2007 by Janine Lim

Shaklee, J. M. (1998). Elementary children’s epistemological beliefs and understandings of science in the context of computer-mediated video conferencing with scientists. Unpublished Ph.D., University of Northern Colorado, Greeley. Author: Janie Mefford Shaklee Title of dissertation: Elementary children’s epistemological beliefs and understandings of science in the context of computer-mediated video conferencing with scientists. Publication year: 1998 [...]

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Where should you install new VC equipment?

Posted on December 30, 2007 by Janine Lim

Since reading the last dissertation, and since conversations with colleagues at the CILC Symposium, I’ve been thinking about the purpose of videoconferencing and the location of equipment. How does this sound for a few straightforward guidelines: If you want to do curriculum videoconferencing, start in the elementary schools. If you want to do shared classes, [...]

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Lit Review: A Study Of The Factors That Impact Videoconferencing As A Learning Tool Within Three Regional Service Agencies In Michigan

Posted on December 30, 2007 by Janine Lim

Currie, N. (2007). A Study Of The Factors That Impact Videoconferencing As A Learning Tool Within Three Regional Service Agencies In Michigan. Unpublished doctoral dissertation, Oakland University, Rochester, MI. Author: Neil Currie Title of dissertation: A Study Of The Factors That Impact Videoconferencing As A Learning Tool Within Three Regional Service Agencies In Michigan Publication [...]

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Lit Review: It’s a Bit Like Star Trek: The effectiveness of video conferencing

Posted on December 28, 2007 by Janine Lim

Carville, S., & Mitchell, D. R. (2001). It’s a Bit Like Star Trek: The effectiveness of video conferencing. Innovations in Education and Training International, 37(1), 42-49. Authors: Sheelagh Carville and Denise R Mitchell Title of article: It’s a Bit Like Star Trek: The effectiveness of video conferencing. Publication year: 2001 Database source: InformaWorld. Name of [...]

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Lit Review: The use of videoconferencing techniques which support constructivism in K–12 education

Posted on December 27, 2007 by Janine Lim

Sweeney, Marilyn Ann. (2007). The use of videoconferencing techniques which support constructivism in K–12 education. Ed.D. dissertation, University of Massachusetts Lowell, United States — Massachusetts. Retrieved September 23, 2007, from ProQuest Digital Dissertations database. (Publication No. AAT 3257352). Author: Marilyn Ann Sweeney. Title of article: The use of videoconferencing techniques which support constructivism in K–12 [...]

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Supporting VCs Fall Series

Posted on December 21, 2007 by Janine Lim

Two weeks ago I finished up the last session in a new professional development series I offered to my videoconference coordinators. I wanted to offer this as another alternative for meeting the “long course” requirement for the videoconference coordinators in my RUS grant buildings. I’m requiring the videoconference coordinator to take one of my online [...]

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Did you hear about COSI Toledo?

Posted on December 20, 2007 by Janine Lim

I was so sad to find out that COSI Toledo was closing January 1. The WHOLE museum! I love their programs! However I just got great news!  The North Central Ohio Educational Service Center has adopted Andy Campbell!! So all of his great programs will still be available through NCOESC starting in the new year. [...]

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Behind the Scenes in Mrs’ Claus’ Studio

Posted on December 20, 2007 by Janine Lim

The last three days we’ve had 41 sessions with 1,134 students connect to Mrs. Claus to hear a story read and to ask her some questions. I thought you might like a little peek behind the scenes. We had several elves help us make this happen. Elf Kevin suggested the book, How Santa Got His [...]

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Which collaboration site should I use?

Posted on December 19, 2007 by Janine Lim

In the last few weeks I’ve facilitated several collaborative VC projects, worked on a few, and taught a few workshops on videoconferencing projects. It’s made me think about projects and what it takes to make them happen. I’ve been thinking about how to find collaborative partners, and how those relationships evolve. Here are a few [...]

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International Eco-Conversations: Carbon Emissions

Posted on December 18, 2007 by Janine Lim

Last week we had five sessions over two days of our Eco-Conversations project. Dowagiac Middle School connected to five different schools to discuss carbon emissions.  Here are some notes I wrote during the sessions: The presentation from Westcliff High School for Girls included a play on “The Weakest Link”. Five students were interviewed about how [...]

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