Week 7 at Shorter University

This week at Shorter we learned how to create PowerPoint presentations.  PowerPoint is a very useful way to present information in an interesting manner to your audience.

We had to create a personal portfolio presentation that told personal information, special interests, academic achievements and career goals.

Week 6 at Shorter University

This week at shorter we learn about using keywords to search for information and then in turn how to properly use APA Citations in order to give proper credit for sources.


First of all we learned about using keyword to find information when searching in a library database.  Foe one of my projects for class this week I choose to search for information on Online Education.  In order to find the necessary information on Online Education I used the keywords "online Education", "Web based learning", and distance learning.  The following is the sources I would use if doing a reference paper listed in APA format.

References

Brown, W., & Corkill, P. (2007). Postsecondary online education. Education Digest, 73(1), 39. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

Hochman, D. (2011). College for free. Reader’s Digest, 178(1064), 148. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

Is Online Higher Education right for: Corporate Learning? (2005). T+D, 59(9), 44. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

Keller, J., Mangan, K. (2010). 4 Colleges find their niche in online. Chronicle of Higher Education, 57(11), B16. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

Mackillop, R. (2010). Teaching business online. Techniques: Connecting Education and Careers, 85(6), 49. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

Metrejean, E., & Noland, T.G. (2011). AN analysis of CPA firm recruiters perceptions of online Masters of Accounting degrees. Journal of Business for Education, 86(1), 25. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

Metz, K. (2010). Benefits of online courses in career and technical education.  Techniques: Connecting Education and Careers, 85(6), 20. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

Milheim, K.L. (2011). The role of adult education philosophy in facilitating the online classroom. Adult Learning, 22(2), 24. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July13, 2011.

Milliron, M. (2010). Online education vs. traditional learning: Time to end the family feud. Chronicles of Higher Education, 57(11), B30. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

Smith, D.E., & Mitry, D. J.  (2008). Investigation of higher education: The real costs and quality of online programs. Journal of Education for Business, 83(3), 147. Retrieved from EBSCOhost July 13, 2011.

The other assignment we had this week was to proofread a paper and make any necessary corrections to make it APA guideline appropriate.  The following is my proofread paper:

Running head: LOONEY TUNES VISIT

Looney Tunes Visits Microsoft Office 2007

Jeffrey E. Abernathy

Warner Brothers Studios

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CIS 1200-02-1106

Dr. Nichols

July 13, 2011
Abstract

This paper is a detailed account of when various Looney Tunes characters visit Microsoft 2007.

Looney Tunes Visits Microsoft Office 2007

On the Insert tab, the galleries include items that are designed to coordinate with the overall look of your document. You can use these galleries to insert tables, headers, footers, lists, cover pages, and other document building blocks (Fudd, 2009). When you create pictures, charts, or diagrams, they also coordinate with your current document look. You can easily change the formatting of selected text in the document text by choosing a look for the selected text from the Quick Styles gallery on the Home tab. Bunny stated “you can also format text directly by using the other controls on the Home tab.” (2009, P.14-15)

Most controls offer a choice of using the look from the current theme or using a format that you specify directly. To change the overall look of your document, choose new Theme elements on the Page Layout tab. To change the looks available in the Quick Style gallery, use the Change Current Quick Style Set command (Bunny & Fudd, 2009). Both the Themes gallery and the Quick Styles gallery provide reset commands so that you can always restore the look of your document to the original contained in your current template. On the Insert tab, the galleries include items that are designed to coordinate with the overall look of your document.

However, Coyote, W.E., (2009) found that you can use these galleries to insert tables, headers, footers, lists, cover pages, and other document building blocks. When you create pictures, charts, or diagrams, they also coordinate with your current document look. You can easily change the formatting of selected text in the document text by choosing a look for the selected text from the Quick Styles gallery on the Home tab. You can also format text directly by using the other controls on the Home tab. Most controls offer a choice of using the look from the current theme or using a format that you specify directly.

References

Bunny, B. (2009). Attitudinal and normative variables as predictors of specific behavior. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 27(1), 14-21.

Bunny, B., & Fudd, E. (2009). An examination of the effect of computerized performance monitoring feedback on monitoring fairness, performance, and satisfaction. Found on the Website: http.

Coyote, W.E. (2009). Factors underlying distance learner satisfaction with televised college-level course. The American Journal of Distance Education, 8(1), 60−71.

Fudd, E. (2009). The theory of planned behavior. Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, 50(2), 179−211.

Week 5 at Shorter University

This week in Introduction to Online Learning we read about Exam preparation strategies.  We learned about how to prepare and then review the information effectively.

CIS 1200-02-1106 Introduction To Online Learning Jeffrey E. Abernathy Assignment L5a

3 Preparation and Review Strategies for Exam Preparation

Preparation Strategies

1.       Reviewing the material prior to class.  This will give you an idea of material covered prior to class.  Review headings, scan paragraphs then review any definitions and key points in the chapter summary.

2.       Take notes or prepare an outline to help you recall key points or definitions covered.

3.       Make self tests or create flash cards to help you recall and retain information.

Review Strategies

1.       Rework any problem you did not get correct to understand the concepts involved.

2.       If prior tests have an error and the correct answer is provided, rework the problem to obtain the correct answer.  If you still cannot work it correctly ask the professor to explain the solution.

3.       Recite answers out loud and repeat if necessary to help you retain information.

The above preparation and review strategies can be applied to help you retain information and help you be successful with exams as well as in other assignments for class.

We also read about how to prepare yourself for an essay exam.  We read about how to anticipate what materials may be covered and in turn practice our essay answers ahead of time.

We had to pick one of the chapters in our reading this week and do an outline of the chapter.  I choose Chapter 12 which was on essay exam preparations.

Introduction:  Chapter  12 Taking Essay Exams

I.                     Essay preparation strategies

A.      Predict questions

1.       Review concepts to predict questions

2.       Prepare sample self tests on key points

3.       Review definitions

B.      Plan your answers

1.        Gather information and plan sample answers

2.       Organize your answers in the form of an outline

3.       Outline your planned answers

C.      Practice answers

1.       Review outline and practice answers

2.       Use memory aids to recall information

3.       Write out some sample answers

D.      Read and follow directions carefully

1.       Find out number of questions included

2.       Find out necessary word count

3.       Plan your Writings

E.       Organize ideas and write answers out

1.       Use one paragraph basic design

2.       Modify designs for longer essays

3.       Rephrase questions as statements

F.       Use basics of essay writing for answers

1.       Provide an introduction with a thesis

2.       Write 3 paragraphs that support thesis key points

3.       Close with a conclusion that reinforces key points

G.     Consider what influences your grade

1.       Make sure content is relevant to material

2.       Use proper sentence structure, grammar and spelling

3.       Observe proper margins and writing characteristics

H.      If time allows review answers

1.       Make sure you have rephrased what you have learned

2.       Rewrite and compare answers as time allows

3.       Compare answers to peers AFTER the test

I.        Summary

1.       Key points of chapter

2.       Definitions

The final topic we covered this week was how to use a 5 day study plan to help us prepare for exams and become a more successful student.  Below are the strategies from the 5 day study plan that I selected to utilize.  There are many aspects but the 5 I choose are the ones that work best for me.

Effective Strategy for Exam Study Using 5-Day Study Plan

1.       Increase your study plan

2.       Space your study times

3.       Divide the material

4.       Modify the plan

5.       Plan active study tasks

When studying for an exam one key issue as the text of Introduction to Online Learning brings out this week is to increase your study plan.  With an upcoming you should increase your study time if possible focusing on issues you have problems with.

Spacing your study time is important to make sure you do not become exhausted and overstressed and forget the material covered.  Taking a break when feeling overwhelmed can allow you to return to the materials with a new perspective.

Divide the material into small blocks of recallable sections can be beneficial when preparing for an exam. Last minute preparation or “cramming” can overload your mind and prevent you from being able to recall the information.

Modify the plan-If you find one aspect that works better for you than others modify your plan to focus more on that aspect to let you take the fullest advantage of your study time.

Plan active study tasks-Plan your time wisely to prepare for the covered materials.  Again plan your time around giving my time to the aspects that can benefit you best in recalling information on the exam.