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FITC Recommended ELI Online Seminar, November 3, 2008
Topic: Guidelines for Implementing Authentic Tasks in Web-Based Environments, Thomas C. Reeves
Professor of Educational Psychology and Instructional Technology
University of Georgia
Date: November 3, 2008
Time: 10:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 1 hour
Although authentic tasks can be incorporated more easily in web-based learning environments as course management systems have become more flexible, many higher education instructors remain uncertain about how to design engaging authentic learning environments. With advances in learning theory and technology, there is increased potential for authentic tasks to be used as the primary underlying pedagogy for supporting learning in face-to-face, blended, and totally online courses. These tasks can range from relatively simple life examples that serve as vehicles for practicing specific skills to a more radical approach of building a whole course around a compelling authentic task.
In this seminar, Thomas C. Reeves will describe the theory, research, and development underlying authentic tasks in web-based learning environments as well as practical design guidelines for implementing this innovative approach.
This free seminar is an exclusive benefit for ELI member organizations—you and any others at your institution are invited to attend.
Virtual seating is limited and registration is required. Seminar REGISTER NOW.
Additional Resources
Reeves, Thomas C., Jan Herrington, and Ron Oliver. "<>Authentic Activities and Online Learning." Sydney: HERSDA, 2002.
Technical Requirements
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