I guess I will just jump in with some useful technology resources. JMU is a member of EDUCAUSE and the New Media Consortium (NMC.) I have been able to find lots of useful resources from both sites.
The CIT is focusing on modeling effective pedagogy when using instructional technologies. Both the EDUCAUSE and NMC provide useful information in support of this endeavor.
I'll focus for a moment on modeling effective instructional methods. I have taught two workshops in the past couple of weeks focused on creating an engaging discussion board for students. I think both workshops went well. As trainers of technology, I think it is important not to get wrapped up in the "technical how to," but to help educators choose appropriate technologies that support their learning objectives.
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I would be interested in you sharing with the class what you felt went well with the workshops. How do we know that we have met our goals for a workshop, etc. Also some tips on the discussion board best practice would be a useful topic as well.
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