The Office of Distance Education/e-Learning (ODEeL)
The Office of Distance Education/e-Learning is very busy enhancing the e-learning program for use by traditional and nontraditional learners both on and off campus. Our two-fold objective is to increase number and quality of both online courses and the resources needed for faculty course developers to meet that goal. With a full slate of workshops, hands-on technical skills laboratories and a few mini-conferences in the works, there are myriad opportunities for faculty, staff and students alike to delve into and explore the exciting world of e-learning!
The online course certification program recently launched assesses the technical, logistical and pedagogical quality of online course curriculum in all areas of academic study. In AAMU's certification program model, faculty peer reviewer/mentors provide support, guidance and incremental assessment of the online course being developed prior to its final assessment for certification by ODE/eL staff. Faculty peer reviewers/mentors receive specialized training and opportunities for development, opportunities for beta-testing software and hardware and prioritized assessments in the certification process.
The Office of Distance Education/e-Learning (ODEeL) will be offering at least nine workshops and twenty-seven hands-on practical e-skills development laboratories during the current fiscal year. In addition to scheduled learning opportunities, Tess Beebe Olten is available for departmental, team or one-on-one consultations on all topics related to e-learning.
Our 2012 workshop schedule can be referenced HERE and those interested in attending are encouraged to register as soon as possible HERE. Registration is required ONLY for the morning workshops, not for the open hands-on labs. If you hover over the workshop titles, you will see the learning objectives for each. We look forward to seeing you in our workshops and open hands-on labs!
Finally, the ODEeL welcomes two new staff! Everett Alexander will be managing the digital media production activities and Melaine Fowler has joined us as a graduate assistant. Both are extremely knowledgeable and ready to help!
For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact:
Tess Beebe Olten
Instructional Design and Media Specialist
Office of Distance Education/e-Learning
Centers for Excellence in Teaching & Learning (CETL)
300-C Bibb Graves Hall
(256) 372-8673
Tess.Olten@aamu.edu
ON THE WEB:
eLearnista blog
2012 Workshop Schedule
REGISTER for Workshops
The Office of Extended Studies (OES) (Adult and Continuing Education)
The Office of Extended Studies-OES (Adult and Continuing Education) provides opportunities for professional/personal development and certification training. These programs are designed to meet the needs of the Huntsville/Madison County workforce and the lifelong aspirations of citizens, in the larger society. OES has no specific admission requirements, but there are nominal fees related to each course or program. Although there is no college credit earned, participants can receive certificates and Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
OES serves as the clearinghouse for non-traditional credit. Programs that currently utilize non-traditional credit are Bachelor of Science in General Studies and the Industrial Technology/Technology Management Concentration and Technical Education (postsecondary emphasis) degree completions programs. The non-traditional credit awards may vary by discipline, but generally encompass:
- Credit to adults who possess a diploma, degree, or certificate in the intended field of study, from a regionally accredited technical or career college.
- Credit to adults who possess 6 years of work-related learning embracing the intended field of study.
- Credit for courses completed through CLEP, DANTES, PEP, military programs and the Amercian Council on Education (ACE)
Continuing Education Unit (CEU). The Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is a nationally recognized unit of measurement for participation in non-credit continuing education programs. Adults who successfully complete OES approved programs will be awarded continuing education units. OES manages the review of programs to determine if they qualify for CEUs. To make these determinations, OES uses guidelines and criteria for awarding CEUs.
Certificate Programs. We are in the process of developing a number of certificate programs for working adults. Check this site regularly for a list of programs as they become available.
Test Preparation Classes. Test preparation classes for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) and the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) are offered throughout the year in the evenings (two nights per week) or on Saturdays. Please call our office for class information.
Spring 2012 Classes: (click title for info flyer)
Social Work Licensure Prep Training:
Tuesdays/Feb 28 through March 20
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) Prep Training (15 Hr):
Wednesdays/March 21 through April 18
Fundamentals of Project Management:
March 6 & 8
For more information, please contact:
Kris Reed
Program Specialist
Office of Extended Studies (OES) / Adult and Continuing Education
Centers for Excellence in Teaching & Learning (CETL)
300-A Bibb Graves Hall
(256) 372-4771
Kris.Reed@aamu.edu