A mixed approach to course delivery was adopted. Video conferencing and face-to-face methods together with various technologies were put to use. Particular emphasis was placed in introducing interactive components. At times classes were held at the city and Hamilton campuses simultaneously. Teachers were present at both campuses. An e-learning expert was also present at Hamilton campus. A KeePd advisor was present at the city campus.
Students learning experience - Most students felt comfortable with interactive components made available to them. KeePad and Zing Technologies increased class-room interaction. This dynamic environment using Zing Technology promoted participation from introverts as well.
It was not a completely smooth sailing. We did have hiccups with technology and hardware. The technical issues we experienced at the last session were with the video conferencing technology and NOT the interactive learning technologies. All the 'bits' have to work at the time of delivery.
A good part of delivery was by video-conferencing. A few students were reluctant to respond via video-conferencing and still preferred face-to-face delivery method.
Our focus is now turned on to improving efficiency of interactive sessions for future learning events.
We acknowledge the Australian Flexible Learning Framework for their financial support for this project. Special thanks to Howard Errey from eWorks for his assistance and helpful advice. We would also like to thank our industry partner Endress & Hauser for their solid support in providing us with an industry video and thank you to KeePad for their technical assistance when we needed them most. Finally we wish to thank the RMIT students and staff who participated in this project. Let them shout it out. Hear them say it loud and clear.
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