Facilitating Online Teaching and Learning using Centra and WebCT

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Gonzales, C., Parra, J., Bovard, B. & Holsombach-Ebner, C. (2003). Facilitating Online Teaching and Learning using Centra and WebCT. In D. Lassner & C. McNaught (Eds.), Proceedings of World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications 2003 (pp. 761-763). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
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Conference Information

World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications (EDMEDIA) 2003
Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
2003
  David Lassner & Carmel McNaught
AACE

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Carmen Gonzales, NMSU Office of Distance Education and Regional Educational Technology Assistance (RETA) Project, USA; Julia Parra, NMSU Office of Distance Education, USA; Bethany Bovard, Cinda Holsombach-Ebner, NMSU Office of Distance Education and Regional Educational Technology Assistance (RETA) Project, USA

Abstract

At New Mexico State University (NMSU), we are exploring the use of the web-based tools Centra and WebCT to reach a broader audience as well as enhance existing face to face courses. Centra software simulates the classroom environment with reliable audio conferencing capability, interactive classroom tools, and a user-friendly interface. WebCT is a primarily asynchronous course management software system. With our interactive session we want to illustrate how Centra and WebCT can be used for online teaching and learning. The module we will demonstrate uses a learner-centered, constructivist approach and also focuses on facilitating online teaching and learning including adapting face-to-face lessons into effective distance learning exercises and using blended technologies for training and creating interactivity.

Keywords

• Classrooms
• Distance Education
• Educational Technology
• Interaction
• Learning Management Systems

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