Allison Rossett

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Cal State Online Plays Small Ball

Allison Rossett

Ruth Claire Black, the new director of Cal State Online, in an open letter to the CSU presented 10 guiding principles. Other than an extensive RFP process which will invite experienced providers into some aspects of the mix, few details are provided. Concerned about external, centralized control? Have no fear. A long slog.

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Instructional Design: Something Old, Something New

Allison Rossett

The director urged me to consider his behavioral roots, to make sure that participants received lots of opportunities to practice because that’s how people learn. Walter Dick, long time Florida State professor, now retired, provided this definition: instructional design is applied educational psychology. You’ll get many.

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Instructional Design: Something Old, Something New

Allison Rossett

The director urged me to consider his behavioral roots, to make sure that participants received lots of opportunities to practice because that’s how people learn. Walter Dick, long time Florida State professor, now retired, provided this definition: instructional design is applied educational psychology. You’ll get many.

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Whither higher education? To the opera!

Allison Rossett

The technical director explained where the snow comes from and of what it is comprised. While the investment numbers for opera are small, some communities are stepping up, as San Diego is now, providing funding while asking for reinvention. Technology delivers behind-the-scenes insights. Technology offers surprise and tension.

Education 175
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How We Helped Faculty Move Their Courses Online

Allison Rossett

Andrea and Mark listen and provide immediate responses to their needs. Suzanne is the Director of Technology Enhanced Instruction and Faculty Support in the College of Extended Studies at San Diego State University. Here’s an example of that. The Caterer. At the PLC, Andrea and Mark take turns leading meetings and taking notes.

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How We Helped Faculty Move Courses Online

Allison Rossett

Andrea and Mark listen and provide immediate responses to their needs. Suzanne is the Director of Technology Enhanced Instruction and Faculty Support in the College of Extended Studies at San Diego State University. Here’s an example of that. The Caterer. At the PLC, Andrea and Mark take turns leading meetings and taking notes.

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Is Your Training On the Trivial?

Allison Rossett

You know, the one who can provide innovative, valuable solutions to your customers. He currently serves on the editorial boards of three research journals, and has served on the Board of Directors of the International Society for Performance Improvement and the International Board of Standards for Training, Performance and Instruction.

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