Faculty-Driven Instructional Technology SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry Instructional Technology Workshop May 16, 2002 “Teaching & Learning With Videoconferencing” David Tiedemann Director of Faculty Computing & Media Services, Syracuse University
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Faculty-Driven Instructional TechnologySUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry
Instructional Technology WorkshopMay 16, 2002
“Teaching & Learning With Videoconferencing”David TiedemannDirector of Faculty Computing & Media Services,
What Works Best & Why - Case Studies Interactivity = Active Learning (Handout)Videoquette (Handout)Tips on Teaching at a Distance via Compressed Video (Handout)Videoconferencing Demonstration
Why Videoconference?
Benefits Communicate directly with experts to
enhance understanding of a subject matter Real-world contact can heighten interest,
improving motivation and retention Colleges can team up with businesses to
offer employee training or certification Students can meet with tutors for
enrichment and remediation
Why Videoconference?
Benefits Students can takes classes not offered at
their location or at a convenient time Supplement classes, training, or meetings Overcome time & distance constraints Improve quality & spontaneity of guests Save time & money
Instructional Videoconference GoalsAgendaTools Required for the ConferenceSite Coordinator for Far EndTest ConnectionOperator Assistance
Videoconferencing Tips: General Planning
Hard Copy to Far End in Advance (Use Document Camera More As Navigational Aid Than to Convey Information)Access to ResourcesAdaptive Technology for Special Needs Should Be ConsideredGoal: Equal to or Better Than On-site Face-to-face Instruction
Videoconferencing Tips: Technical Planning - Video
Aspect Ratio of 4:3 (Width:height) Use landscape rather than portrait
Television Safety Area (15-20% border)Resolution Considerations Relatively low resolution cameras Digital compression coding/decoding
Limit to 7 Lines & 7 Words Per LineAvoid Red, Orange, and Yellow Text Use Light Letters Against Dark Background in videoconference (opposite for face-to-face)Limit to 3 Different Size Fonts Per VisualLimit to 4 Colors Per Visual
Videoconferencing Tips: “On Air”
Arrive 15-30 Minutes Before “Air” Time Coordinate with far end Camera presets
Start/stop on Time Look at Camera to Maintain Eye Contact (especially with far end)IntroductionsAgenda Review
Videoconferencing Tips: “On Air” Continued
Protocols for Transmission Delays Pauses Avoid simultaneous speech
Pacing - Vary Formats Frequently!Announce Intentions Before Switching Sources