JBP+-+OMDE+601+-+Thoughts+and+Notes

What course development measures must be taken to support distance students’ learning?  Develop* , distance learning, course  Course development : course creation, preparing courses, course design  Distance Learning :  distance education, online training, computer based training,  Support Students: help students, assist, facilitate  Course: class*, courses, curriculum 1. Education Research Complete 2. Professional Development Collection 3. Teacher Reference Center 1. Develop* and distance and (learn* or train*) and (class or course) 2. Course and Develop* and students and effective* and distance Donald, C., Blake, A., Girault, I., Datt, A., & Ramsay, E. (2009, August). Approaches to learning design : past the head and the hands to the HEART of the matter. //Distance Education//, //30//(2), 179-199. Retrieved September 26, 2009, doi:10.1080/01587910903023181 Chang, S., & Smith, R. (2008, Summer2008). Effectiveness of Personal Interaction in a Learner-Centered Paradigm Distance Education Class Based on Student Satisfaction. //Journal of Research on Technology in Education//, 40(4), 407-426. Retrieved September 26, 2009, from Business Source Complete database. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Verdana','sans-serif'; font-size: 9.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN;"> ** Subject Terms ** : (two subject or descriptor terms assigned to your article) 1. Course Development 2. Distance Learning
 * Preliminary Research Notes **
 * Name:** <span style="color: #17365d; font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Jessica Banks Poawui
 * Discipline:** <span style="color: #17365d; font-family: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Master of Distance Education
 * Preliminary Research Question: //(//**//It is strongly advised that you choose a research question that you can use in another course in your discipline)//.
 * Keywords:** (//List all the key concepts from your research question; keywords expressed as nouns usually work best)//
 * Synonyms, related terms:** (//List at least one synonym or related term for each of your keywords//)
 * Databases:** (//Provide a list of at least three databases appropriate to your topic (hint: use the guides under [|Search by Subject] to select databases//)
 * Search statements: (**//List at least three search statements that can be used to find relevant materials on your topic—Begin with a search statement that includes all your key concepts connected by AND; then add or subtract keywords or related terms connected by AND and OR depending on whether you need to retrieve more or fewer articles//) Test at least one search statement in one of your selected databases before you submit your assignment. If you don’t retrieve any relevant articles, revise your search statements and/or keywords.
 * APA Citation ** : (one scholarly article cited in APA style that is relevant to your topic and may be used for your final project)


 * Notes from Professor: Use the ERIC database

Research Articles that might be helpful... Jenkins, J., Commonwealth Secretariat, L., & International Extension Coll., C. (1985). //Course Development. A Manual for Editors of Distance-Teaching Materials//. @http://ezproxy.umuc.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=eric&AN=ED267274&loginpage=login.asp&site=ehost-live&scope=site
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Goodman, D. (1999). Validating Factors That Impact on the Success of Distance Learning Initiatives. @http://ezproxy.umuc.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=eric&AN=ED429595&loginpage=login.asp&site=ehost-live&scope=site

Misanchuck, M., & Dueber, B. (2001). Formation of Community in a Distance Education Program. @http://ezproxy.umuc.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=eric&AN=ED470181&loginpage=login.asp&site=ehost-live&scope=site