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ENHANCING DISTANCE ENHANCING DISTANCE EDUCATIONEDUCATION

Efficient Capture of Content for Efficient Capture of Content for Delivery in Multiple Presentation Delivery in Multiple Presentation

Modes Without Killing Yourself or Modes Without Killing Yourself or the Budgetthe Budget

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Efficient Capture of Content for Delivery in Multiple Presentation Modes Without

Killing Yourself or the Budget

How to Do-it-Once Do it Right -- Do-it-Yourself

John W. Nazemetz, Ph.D.School of Industrial Engineering and

ManagementOklahoma State University

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Welcome and GoalsWelcome and Goals

Welcome

GoalsDiscuss, Assess, Demonstrate, Observe,

and Evaluate Distance Education/ Multimedia Practices and Methods

Classroom OnlyVideotape OnlyStreaming Video OnlyInternet (File Download) OnlyAny Combination of the Above from One

Class Session… with a few POWERPOINT Hints

Thrown In

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Background Background (1)(1)

Been Around A While/Willing to Experiment

– First class session to originate from Studio C (for the National Technological University)

– Taught out of “old” Talkback TV studios in Classroom Building (Studio D) with an operator (Pre-Renovation)

– Moderated Full Production out of Studios A, B

– Taught Using Projection Panels (ENGR 1322)

– Taught Using Portable Video Projectors/Cart– Produced first exclusive Streaming Video

Production at OSU (Fall, 1999)

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Background Background (2)(2)

Been Around A While/Willing to Experiment (cont.)Presented out of Cordell 127, 128, Studios

C and D, and ATRC in the past yearExperimented with the Technology to

Produce Distance Materials from Office (2000)

A “Pusher” of the TechnologyGenerally Unsatisfied with State-of-the-Art“Pain in the Butt” -- Always want to do it

better (from the students’ viewpoint)

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DisclaimerDisclaimer

The opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily

represent those of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, the A&M Regents,

Oklahoma State University, the School of Industrial Engineering and Management

despite their proposal to assert a claim of ownership of the copyrights and the intellectual

property contained herein.

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Traditional ClassroomTraditional Classroom

Information SourcesInstructorStudentsMedia Projections

Computer Screen PowerPoint SlidesProgram GUIs

Elmo (Writing)VCRCamera (Local/Remote)

Simultaneous Modes of Information TransferInstantaneous FeedbackDefines “Expectations”No Student Equipment Expectations

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Videotape Videotape (1)(1)

Serial Presentation of:InstructorStudentsMedia Projections

Computer Screen PowerPoint SlidesProgram GUIs

Elmo (Writing)VCRCamera (Local/Remote)

Student Controls Time and LocationConvenience Outweighs Quality LossesStudent Supplied Equipment Conflict w/FamilyDelayed Feedback

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Videotape Videotape (2)(2)

Serial Flow of Instructor Controlled Information and Stimuli (Sequence and Duration)Duration May Not Be What Student Wants

Boring if Too LongEspecially true of (Motionless) Slides

Distracting if Too ShortEspecially if Student Using Screen, Not

HardcopyLong “Voice-Overs” UndesirableDifficult to Stay Coordinated

Student Responsibility to Coordinate Hardcopy

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Streaming Streaming (1)(1)

Serial Presentation of:Two “Channels” and a Set of Controls over

InternetChannels Combine:

Camera Input(s)Instructor, Students

Computer OutputsElmo, Screen

File Segments Sent – Play while Receiving Next SegmentQuality is Function of ISP Speed

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Streaming Streaming (2)(2)

Parallel “Channels” of Information TransferInstructor Dictated Combination and

Duration of StimuliDelayed FeedbackRequires Equipment (ISP, Phone,Computer)

Fast, Reliable ISPConflict w/FamilyPost Production Facilities

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Streaming (3)Streaming (3)

Multiple Asynchronous “Channels”Must be “Assembled” in Post-ProductionMust Supply Visual Cues to ETS for

ProcessingBurden on Instructor,

Simultaneous Cue and Slide Change

Visual Cues

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Streaming Drawbacks and ExampleStreaming Drawbacks and Example

More Modes of Information Transfer for Distance --- But Only One Mode Showable in Class Impacts “In”-Class Experience

Head Always Projected or All Students Take Class Use Streaming

or Distance Education Experience (Slide in Both Areas -> Voice-over)

Example Video from ETS Website:http://web.ets.okstate.edu

http://web.ets.okstate.edu/

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ObservationsObservations

Classroom – Preferred if Available, ConvenientThree Stimuli Sources (Instr. Slides, Students)Shared Control

Videotape – Preferred when Remote, Poor ISP Serial (Single) StimuliStudent Controlled Viewing Timing and Location,

Instructor Controlled Content and SequenceAllows Animation Mode for SlidesFace Uses only 1/3 to 1/2 of Visual Field (Screen)

Streaming Video – Preferred when Remote, High ISPTwo StimuliStudent Controlled Viewing Timing and Location,

Instructor Controlled Content and SequenceStatic Slides (No Animation)Face and Slide are Small Portion (11%) of Visual

FieldStudents WILL NOT USE if ISP Speed is Low

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Our ChallengeOur Challenge

Find a way to simultaneous conduct class in the quality manner that “live” and “live

remote” students expect, and, while doing so, unobtrusively produce

videotape and streaming video that provides a similar experience for

students who will experience distance delivery of the class

Without Killing Yourself or the Budget Using Simple Techniques

That Even a Dean Could Master.

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Let’s Practice What We PreachLet’s Practice What We Preach

Discuss and Demonstrate Distance Education using Distance Education Media and Delivery Methods

Origination of the Remainder of this Presentation from Cordell 127Close Enough, Yet Far Enough AwayWill Enable Attendees to Assess the

Recommendations/Delivery as a Distance Education Student Would See Them

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AgendaAgenda

Discuss Studio Layout in Demonstration of Videotape ModeDilemma –

Show Instructor? or Slide? or Elmo? or Student (local)? or Student (remote)?How Long for Each?Don’t Forget to Cue ETS for Streaming.

NOTE – can’t cycle slides on/off [Confusing]

Demonstrate How to Do It All Better In “Dual” Mode

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Studio -- OriginalStudio -- Original

AMXTouchPad

Instr. CameraLocal Camera

Remote Camera

ELMOVCRComputerAux. Computer

ETS Remote Sites

“Program” “Preview”

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Original Design – Fails in Multi-ModeOriginal Design – Fails in Multi-Mode

One Output, Three Purposes

Classroom – 100% Media

Videotape – Mixed Media and “Talking Head”

Streaming – 100% “Talking Head (with some Visual Cue for ETS)

AMXTouchPad


Remote Camera


ETS Remote Sites

“Program”

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Studio Modifications - Studio Modifications - Composite VideoComposite Video

AMXTouchPad


Remote Camera


ETS Remote Sites


Video Out PortVideo In Port

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Studio Modifications –Studio Modifications – Video Switch Video Switch

AMXTouchPad


Remote Camera


ETS Remote Sites


Video Out PortVideo In Port

Video SwitchTV VCR

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Composite Video and Streaming – Composite Video and Streaming – “Usual Setup”“Usual Setup”

Video Out Port

“Composite Video”

AMXTouchPad


Remote Camera


ETS Remote Sites


Video SwitchTV VCR

Video In Port

“Talking Head”

w/Touchpad --Set Preview to Desired InsetSet Prog. To Aux. Computer

Set TV andVCR to Prev.

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Can do from your office --

Composite Video – “Minimum Setup”Composite Video – “Minimum Setup”

Video Out Port

“Composite Video”

Video In Port

“Talking Head”

NOTE – Camera is VCR too –NOTE – Camera is VCR too – Can Capture “TalkingCan Capture “Talking Head Head (Get a Remote (Get a Remote Controlled Camera)Controlled Camera)

NOTE 2 – Camera and VCR NOTE 2 – Camera and VCR Should be SameShould be Same Format (VHS, Format (VHS, VHS-C, 8mm, …)VHS-C, 8mm, …)

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Can Convert Video to Digital --

Digitizing Video – “Minimum Setup”Digitizing Video – “Minimum Setup”

Video In Port File Out

xxx.avi …

Use/Imbed File In Slides,Send out in lieu of tapes, …

NOTE – Camera is VCR too –NOTE – Camera is VCR too – Can Use to Input to Can Use to Input to ComputerComputer

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Demo - Demo - “How to Do”, “What it Looks Like”“How to Do”, “What it Looks Like”

Shut Down Programs (to Desktop)Demonstrate Composite Video

Use of “Netmeeting” [a free download]Demonstrate “Opening Slides/Checklist”Demonstrate Body

Animated (Zippered) SlidesAnswering Student QuestionsHolding Video Discussions

Demonstrate Delivery AlternativesVoice-over NarrationTalking Head and Animated Slides

Two Pass Coordinated Show, like Streaming Process

Video Slide Show – One pass Show Preparation

Show Streaming OptionsClosing Credits and Questions

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SummarySummary

Pseudo-videotape ModeSeven (8) Slides Without A FaceDid you miss me?Was I gone too long?If sent to videostreaming, (bad -- dual image)

NOTE 1 -– ‘Animation’ and Pace of Slides

Helped Hold InterestImagine if Not ‘Animated’ and I

Droned On and On and …

NOTE 2 –I’ll Get Setup for Demo, Will Talk

Through Slide 27 (You Read On Sheet, I’ll Just Talk)

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Instructor Idiosyncrasies and TipsInstructor Idiosyncrasies and Tips

Divide Up Class (Reuseable and Unique)

Opening Slides (Reuseable Countdown to Start, Music)Include Checklist so not as Hectic a Startup

Hyperlink to Body of PresentationHyperlink is Last in Animation Sequence of

Last Opening Slide Link is attached to a big transparent rectangle,

can’t miss it with mouse clickMore Efficient File Size for

Send/Store/DownloadCan Use a Different Master for Slides (If Desired)AutoReNumber of Slides in Body

Hyperlink to Closing Credits (Reuseable Slides, Music)PersonalityStudents See Their Names “up in lights”

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1. Hook up Portable Computer (two cables)PC Video out (Second Monitor to side of Table – Aux Computer

(Use Standard 15 pin Connection Cord)PC Video in from Back of RadioShack switch – Use Standard RCA

Plug2. Start Computer, Powerpoint, Netmeeting, PowerPoint (Slideshow)

Reset Cameras so Image Centered, Correctly PositionedReset NetMeeting – “Always on Top”, Image Size and Position

3. Use Preview Touchscreen to toggle cameras/input to Laptop

Pre-Class Checklist Pre-Class Checklist (1)(1)

TVVCR

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TV out to laptop video in

TV1 2 3 4

VCR1 2 3 4

Select 3 (Prev.) to LaptopSelect 2 (Prog.) to Laptop Select 3 (Prev.) to VCR

Select 2 (Prog.) for VCR

Button -- Radioshack TV 3 to send Preview to Laptop (Head,Students,Remote,Elmo)

Button – Radioshack VCR 3 to send Preview to VCR, 2 to send Prog. To VCR

Toggle VCR 3 -> 2 -> 3 for Streaming Cue

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Pre-Class Checklist (2)Pre-Class Checklist (2)

1. Verify TV to “3” (‘Preview’ to Laptop Video In)

2. Verify VCR to “3” (Laptop Composite Output to VCR)

3. Have Students Verify Camera Auto Points to Them.

4. Call ETS to Notify of Program Start

5. Turn on PLAY and RECORD on VCR

Are YOU Sure It’s On?

6. Click this slide to advance to 30 Second Introduction and Conduct Class

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BEGIN CLASS IN30

SECONDS

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BEGIN CLASS IN20

SECONDS

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BEGIN CLASS IN10

SECONDS

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BEGIN !!!CLICK

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Segment Start-up SlideSegment Start-up Slide

Why This Slide?Put at Front of ‘Segment’ of LecturePlaceholder for Data

Course Name, NumberCourse InstructorLecture Number, Segment

IdentificationDon’t Date – Hinders Reusability

Enables Mix and MatchAutomatic Renumbering of SlidesDifferent Segments can Have

Different Slide Masters, Color Schemes, Etc. …

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Animated Slide Demonstration - Animated Slide Demonstration - CompositeComposite

Slide 1 (of 2)

Major Topic ASubtopic ASubtopic BSubtopic C

Major Topic BSubtopic ASubtopic BSubtopic C

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Animated Slide Demonstration - Animated Slide Demonstration - CompositeComposite

Slide 1 (of 2)

Animation Object 1

Animation Object 3

Animation Object 2

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Answering Questions Answering Questions

Use Touchpad to switch the “Preview” between the Instructor Camera, Local Student Camera, and/or Remote Camera and back to Instructor.

NOTE 1 – If connected via internet, NetMeeting can be used to bring in one remote student who is on-line (an extra camera)

NOTE 2 – Can use Elmo or other Programs and Files when Answering Questions

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Holding Video DiscussionsHolding Video Discussions

Put the Starting Question/Graphic on the Screen, Let Everybody Read It.

Drag NetMeeting Video on top of Text, Enlarge and Use the Touchpad to Switch Between Students, Instructor, ELMO, …

This will maximize legibility on videotape, Talking Heads for Videostream will Automatically Capture if “Preview” sent the the VCR (Usual Mode).

Again, If one student on net Using NetMeeting, he/she can be included.

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Voiceover Demonstration Voiceover Demonstration

Slide and NarrationUse Slide Show, Record NarrationNo Visuals Other than (Animated) Slide

Major Topic ASubtopic ASubtopic BSubtopic C


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Voiceover DemonstrationVoiceover Demonstration

Slide 1 (of 2)

Animation Object 1

Animation Object 3

Animation Object 2

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Creation of Digital 2-PassCreation of Digital 2-Pass

1. Take the “Talking Head” Tape2. Play Tape into Computer and Digitize3. In Powerpoint, Put Slides to be Mapped

to Digitized File in a (Separate) File4. Insert Digital File in Powerpoint

Insert, Movies and Sounds, From File,BrowseRight Click File, Set to animate for ‘n’ slidesSelect “Rehearse Timings”Advance Animations, Slides as Video file plays‘Esc’, Save file xxx.ppt, when finishedCut and Paste Slides into Presentation or Hyperlink

within Presentation, if Cut and Paste, do in ‘slide view’ mode.

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Animated Slide Demonstration – Animated Slide Demonstration – Digital 2-PassDigital 2-Pass

Slide 1 (of 2)Major Topic A

Subtopic ASubtopic BSubtopic C


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Slide 2 (of 2)

Animated Slide Demonstration – Animated Slide Demonstration – Digital 2-PassDigital 2-Pass

Animation Object 1

Animation Object 2

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Creation of Digital Single-PassCreation of Digital Single-Pass

1. Take the “Composite/Class” Tape

2. Play Tape into Computer and Digitize

3. In Powerpoint, Create a Single SlideNOTE - Can Divide “tape” and lecture into

addressable portions.

4. Insert Digital File in Powerpoint in the text area (like Video Discussion)

Insert, Movies and Sounds, From File,Browse‘Esc’, Save file xxx.ppt, when finished; if grouping

into a single set of slides, cut and paste into destination set in ‘slide view’

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Digital Single-PassDigital Single-Pass

NOTE –

The following is a video to digital to video conversion. It is poor visual quality but it is intended for digital viewing. The true viewing quality can be assessed by viewing it on your computer by accessing the file via the website:

www.okstate.edu/ceat/iem/jnazeme/Distance_Education/Distance_Ed.htm

Both compressed and uncompressed xx.avi files are available at the site

http://www.okstate.edu/ceat/iem/jnazeme/Distance_Education/Distance_Ed.htm

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Animated Slide Demonstration – Animated Slide Demonstration – Single Step/SlideSingle Step/Slide

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File Size ComparisonFile Size Comparison

Powerpoint Slides (Only)Two Slides w/Master 332 Kb

Voice-over (Narration) PowerPointDuration 59 sec. 1,337 Kb 1.3 Mb/min

Two-Pass (Inserted xx.avi file)Duration 53 sec. 30,537 Kb 30.5 Mb/minCompressed Version 8,940 Kb

One-Pass (Inserted xx.avi file)Duration 59 sec. 30,363 Kb 30.4 Mb/minCompressed Version 9,716 Kb

MP3 file formats may reduce file sizes from xx.aviTo be Determined

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Don’t Forget Streaming OptionsDon’t Forget Streaming Options

One Can Choose to UseThe “Talking Head” as the Video Insert for the Streaming

VideoMust use Video Switch to Insert Visual Cue for

Streaming Technician (Flash the Slide)Example At http://web.ets.okstate.edu

Select IEM 5303 User Name=iem5303, Password=info

View Week 5’s 2000 Discussion Session (Serial)View Week 7’s 2000 Discussion Session

(Composite)The Class (Composite) as the Video Insert for the Streaming

VideoNo Need to Insert Visual Cue for Streaming

Technician (Easier on Instructor – Only one Switch)Many Students Prefer -- Insert Shows Which Slide and Where on

Slide

Example At http://web.ets.okstate.eduSelect IEM 5303 User Name=iem5303,

Password=infoView Week 6’s 2000 Discussion Session (Dual

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What About “Write as I Lecture” What About “Write as I Lecture”

Currently Studio Design Supports Two Writing Modes:Write on pad, Project Using ELMOWrite on Board, Project Using Computer

Both are Inappropriate for Multi-ModeWith Elmo, Too Small, Lose Instructor

ImageWith Board, Too Clumsy to Use, Lose

Instructor or Must Reset Camera

Use Small Whiteboard Input Device (serial port) on DesktopTakes Place of Powerpoint Slides

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Let’s Imagine a Little Let’s Imagine a Little

What if:I used the ‘write as lecture’ method and

Used a handwriting recognition program to automatically convert scribble to font?

Used a Voice Recognition Program to Capture Voice and Eliminated the need to Write on Pad, …

Used these in combination with Powerpoint?

Used ___________??? [fill in the blank]

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Cost Differentials – Std. Video vs. Cost Differentials – Std. Video vs. MultiModeMultiMode

Set-up CostsUse Own Portable Plug in Two Wires -- $ 0.00Upgrade Studio Computers – Video In/Out $ 200.00Rewire ‘Preview’ Monitor -- $ 200.00Video Switch -- $ 100.00Training of Faculty -- $ 19.95 each video

Preparation CostsSlide/Instructor Prep – No Additional CostStreaming Video – No Additional Cost

Could Result in Net Savings (Avoid w/Digital Files)

Videotape Duplication – No Additional CostCould Result in Net Savings (Avoid w/Digital

Files)One Extra Videotape During Class -- $ 2.00Prepare Tapes in Office

Could Result in Net Savings (Avoid Building Studios)

Improved Quality, Student SatisfactionPriceless …

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My Recommended Actions – My Recommended Actions – (1)(1)

Modify Studios to Accommodate Composite Video ProductionAdd WiringModify Touchpads to Facilitate

Train/Support Faculty (Standard Look/Feel)

Reuse Classes to Make Time for RevisionUse Videotape for non-Campus StudentsUse Streaming for on-Campus Students

Investigate AlternatesUse Digital Files Transfer rather than

StreamingInvestigate Alternate (Webcast, DVD) Methods

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My Recommended Actions – My Recommended Actions – (2)(2)

Set Up a Means of Improving Recognize and Reward Innovative FacultyDesignate and Underwrite Specific Individuals

to Move Use of Technology ForwardRelease Time (Faculty)Assigned Job Duties (Staff)Provide Equipment/Experimentation

FundsProvide Training and Feedback

Provide Time to Faculty to Prepare and to Learn to Prepare for Distance Education

Peer Review, Assessment, and Suggestions for Improvement of Classes

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Final RemarksFinal Remarks

Try It, You and Your Students Will Like It !

Electronic Copy of these Slides at:http://okstate.edu/ceat/iem/jnazeme/distance_ed.htm

Record your Course Now and Spend Your Time Next Offering on Improving the Worst Pieces of It Rather than Just Re-presenting It.

http://okstate.edu/ceat/iem/jnazeme/distance_ed.htm

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