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Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

Location: fayette, oh

About me

I currently work as a freelance education consultant and a second language evaluator. I enjoy publishing articles and editing publications. My website is: www.drruthreynard.com

Interests

faculty and program development

Skills

faculty training / writing / editing / teaching / curriculum development / instructional technology

Website

https://www.drruthreynard.com

Activity

Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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The Nomadic Learner
Karyn, Very true - the idea of constantly moving also reflects the mobility and various connectivity options available through newer technology. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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Blended Learning Opportunities
Jay, Good points! Yes, the blended learning environment provides more choice and ultimately appeals to more learners than conventional classroom or fully online often do. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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The Nomadic Learner
LaShanta , Good points! Yes, the expectations of students are changing as society is changing and the ubiquitous use of technology in every area of life. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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Using Technology to Develop New Skills
Cynthia, I agree - the additional skills also are valuable beyond the course and will benefit students in ongoing learning and professional employment. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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Wikis and Blogs
Cynthia, Very true - these tools heighten student authoring which, in turn, engages them and supports collaboration and ideas sharing. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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The Nomadic Learner
Cynthia, Yes, always connected and always accessible - two core expectations of current students. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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Internet Changes
Cynthia, Good points! Yes, the use of the Internet is quite throughout all of life these days :) I also agree that social media is changing the familiarity students have with technology, but we should realize as instructor, it is also changing their expectations of learning communities as well. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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Using Technology to Develop New Skills
Coleen, Yes, looking at sources for any article or information source can be a great way to expand research scope. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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Using Technology to Develop New Skills
Coleen, I agree - our guidance is crucial for students so that they can learn to identify credible information and disregard information that is not legitimate to the subject area. Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
Dr. Ruth Reynard
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The White Board
Coleen, Very true - quick polls are a great way to find out the knowledge gaps and to immediately engage students. Dr. Ruth Reynard

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