Learning online, supporting online: developing tutorials for the virtual learning environment.

Adams, R

Abstract

This paper reflects on the process of designing, creating, promoting and evaluating an online support resource. The project described created two interactive tutorials to support the use of Blackboard, the institutional VLE. Useful lessons have been learnt from the process of creating these resources. The evaluation has demonstrated that while the tutorials have been positively received, and those who had not used them were reasonably open to receiving support in an online environment, there remains a major issue around support for those who lack confidence with computers and who may, if not supported, be left behind in an increasingly digital environment.

Citation

Adams, R. Learning online, supporting online: developing tutorials for the virtual learning environment

• Report Type: Project Report
• Deposit Date: Apr 6, 2010
• Publicly Available Date: Apr 6, 2010
• Keywords: Virtual learning environment, VLE, learning technologies, student experience, online support, elearning, Blackboard, online learning
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