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

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Internet Changes

Dawn, I would love to hear more about the assessment aspect you mention - please post something in the Instructional Forum in the Faculty Lounge. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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Blended Learning Opportunities

Alice, Wonderful comments and examples :) Yes, I was able to have ESL teachers in TN connect with students in China to gain EFL experience - it does open up the world, as you say. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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Wikis and Blogs

Deborah, Good points - Wikispaces are effective for sure. Wikis do need o have cooperative possibilities in order for them to work well. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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Internet Changes

Charlotte, Very good points! Yes, once students see the point to their education, they will do better. Also, direct access to information keeps things relevant and efficient. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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Evaluating Learning

robert, Yes! New technology helps to make the learning process more observable and measurable. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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Tablet PCs

robert, Yes tablets and mobile technology are an amazing partnership :) Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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Internet Changes

robert, Good points - there are new norms in the on ground classroom now as well as the online environment. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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Using Technology to Develop New Skills

Stephen, Yes, so the exploration and discovery of the learning process is more clearly facilitated but students must also be able to recognize what is and what is not legitimate information. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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The White Board

Catherine, Good points - so as well as help facilitate the discussion the capture of the logic and flow of the discussion can also reinforce the process. Dr. Ruth Reynard

Dr. Ruth Reynard

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Wikis and Blogs

Stephen, Good points - yes, these text-based tools can help develop literacy skills in students as well as involve students more in the thought process. Dr. Ruth Reynard

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