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Dr. Bobbe BaggioDirector of the Graduate Program Instructional Technology Management

ITM615 Web Design, Usability & Visual Literacy

© 2011 La Salle University

Welcome


As we set out on a new and unique learning adventure, I’m so pleased you’ve decided to join us. Realize that our mission is to explore and challenge.


Every one of us has a unique viewpoint & level of expertise. I am excited about you opening up new possibilities & challenging assumptions.


I’m committed to quality online learning & developing the best learning environment possible.


You have the ability to help create this environment through your continued thoughtful participation & insight throughout this course.


I urge you to see something different & contribute it to our quest for understanding.


Expectations


I prefer a relaxed, informal, & fun learning environment.


I want each of you to engage in dynamic learning & feel connected to our online community.


This requires being receptive to new ideas, immersion but detachment, agreement to disagree, collaboration, understanding & support for each other.


I urge you to challenge each other gently, & I will present alternative perspectives & ideas & I encourage you to do the same.


Reach beyond, think creatively: Look for another approach or

answer Have fun and enjoy your

experience Make mistakes and be foolish Explore and break the rules Think out of the box


Use your critical thinking skills Question and reflect Evaluate and look for relationships Clarify, observe, and interpret Explore positions Recognize arguments


Stress & Creativity


Take the negative out of learning. Worry, stress, anxiety, & pressure take the creativity out of learning.


The number one reason that people do not succeed at a goal is because they never start. The number one reason that they never start is because they talk themselves out of it first!


“I can’t”

“I’m not good enough”

“I would but”

“This will never work”


These are self-fulfilling prophecies. These tendencies tend to be more intense online because we are putting our selves in a new place without the comfort of social and emotional support that comes from others.


This is new, you are on the frontier. Be proud, be adventurous & realize that change & risk are elements of growth.


Move outside your comfort zone and explore. Don’t succumb to the “ A” syndrome. Relax, have fun and don’t let grade anxiety paralyze your learning.


Discussion Forums


Post early and often. Make sure your responses are of

high quality. Be pro active. Ask questions. Discuss, don’t take anyone's

answer as the THE answer.


Be a virtual ‘007’, check out what everyone has to say.

Think non-linearly. This is not a two step process: post, reply, discuss, and keep discussing!

Forget all these & overwhelm me with your creative genius!


I will be in the forums every day & will read every post, but I will not respond to every post. I prefer to let learners converse, & I will jump in from time to time.


I will provide feedback and encourage you to reach your highest potential. However, the purpose of my feedback is to encourage not limit your learning!


If you are an approval junkie & need to know if you are on track, you can always email me. If you don’t hear to the contrary, you are doing just fine.


Participation


You’re expected to participate on a weekly basis by: Completing the readings,

assignments, & discussion topics Creating engaging conversations

with other learners that enhance the quality of the class

Reflecting on your own experiences and learning


Set a weekly schedule for yourself Visit your class at least 2-3 times each week Post assignments on time If you’re having trouble, tell me right away!


Agree to disagree Be respectful and

thoughtful Treat other learners with

respect No offensive comments or

behaviors If you think it’s

inappropriate, it probably is


Please go to the following website and take the quiz on netetiquette: http://www.albion.com. Read the guidelines, and follow them.

http://www.albion.com/


“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams.

Live the life you have imagined.”- Henry David Thoreau

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