Leading e-Learning Integration in Higher Education: Challenges and Strategies
- 1. e-Learning at HKUCITERS 2010 Forum on e-Learning integration into HE - challenges and strategiesMan-Chi PongAssociate IT DirectorThe University of Hong Kong Computer Centre(mcpong@hku.hk) March 2010
- 2. The University of Hong Kong2011 – Centenary Celebrations
- 3. HKU Comprehensive University10 Faculties Graduate SchoolSchool of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE)
- 4. 1998Digital University – enhance network infrastructure4000 ACcess Everywhere network (ACEnet) connection points & pilot WiFi networkHKU Notebook Computer ProgrammeSubsidy for full-time freshmen to own a notebook computerRequires IT proficiency before graduationFoundations to IT (FIT) course & IT proficiency exam.Learning Management System
- 5. Learning Management Systems (LMS) managed by the Computer Centre1998 – WebCT 1.0in a decade, WebCT version 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 82008 – WebCT 8 = Blackboard learning system Vista 8 Enterprise
- 6. LMS managed by other departments (1)2001 – ILN (Interactive Learning Network)built by the Centre for IT in Education (CITE)use by the Faculty of Education and some departments1999-2001 – SOUL (HKU SPACE Online Universal Learning)built & use by HKU SPACE
- 7. LMS managed by other departments (2)1998 – FIT (Foundations to IT) e-learning systembuilt by the Department of Computer Sciencefor students in FIT courses & IT Proficiency tests2006 – OSF (Open Source Portfolio), part of Sakaifor students building e-Portfolio in some English Centre courses Some other systems managed by departments or instructorse.g. Moodle (including earlier versions)
- 8. LMS support activities provided by Computer CentreManage WebCT infrastructure, application, interfaces, technical problemsauto-creation of student accountsProvide trainingregular basic & advanced courses at departments on requestHelp Desk (staff and students)
- 9. LMS support activities not provided by Computer CentreMore advanced, in-depth LMS coursesBetter central administrationTutorial group registrationUpload of course materialsIntegration of plagiarism toolsIntegration of social networking toolsCustomisation and enhancementInstructional Design & Development
- 10. Current & Near Futuree-learning everywhereMore WiFi access points on campusOver 850 installed1,300 being installedResidential halls coveredWiFi in town and eduroam institutionsMajor LMS upcoming:Blackboard 9 Moodle 2
- 11. Strategic DirectionDevelop a HKU Strategic Direction for Blended/Flexible LearningDevelop a 3-5 year Action Plan to implement Strategic DirectionA Unit/Department accountable for implementation of Action Plan ?Select & implement a single centrally supported LMS
- 12. e-Learning Working GroupMembers from academic departmentsCentre for IT in Education (CITE)Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching & LearningComputer CentreReport to Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Teaching & Learning)Recommendation on LMS
- 13. Thank you
Editor's Notes
- 1. The e-learning services and resources (human and technical) provided at each institution at different levels of responsibility- university central (units involved) and at faculty and departmental levels 2. The (actual or proposed) Learning Management System supported centrally by the university 3. The leadership/management structure for e-Learning in the institution
- 3. The leadership/management structure for e-Learning in the institution1) What contextual considerations and key factors influenced the decision-making in your organization in arriving at the current e-Learning arrangements?2) What models and processes did your institution follow in e-Learning decision-making?3) What were the key lessons learnt?4) If you were to give one piece of advice to others, what would it be?
- 3. The leadership/management structure for e-Learning in the institution1) What contextual considerations and key factors influenced the decision-making in your organization in arriving at the current e-Learning arrangements?2) What models and processes did your institution follow in e-Learning decision-making?3) What were the key lessons learnt?4) If you were to give one piece of advice to others, what would it be?