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ID&T Orientation Overview for New Students - August 24, 2010

Join us for the ID&T Orientation on August 24, 2010, at 7:00 PM ET. This session introduces key faculty members, including Dr. Gary Morrison, Dr. Ginger Watson, Dr. Amy Adcock, and Dr. Jim Marken, alongside student presenters. Topics covered include preparations for the first semester, registration processes, obtaining books and software resources, support from advisors, class workload expectations, library resources, and strategies for success beyond the first semester. Connect with fellow students and learn about valuable resources and tips for a successful academic journey.

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ID&T Orientation Overview for New Students - August 24, 2010

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  1. ID&T Orientation August 24, 2010 7:00 ET

  2. Introductions • Faculty • Dr. Gary Morrison - gmorriso@odu.edu • Dr. Ginger Watson - gswatson@odu.edu • Dr. Amy Adcock - aadcock@odu.edu • Dr. Jim Marken - jmarken@odu.edu • Student Presenters • Ms. Sonya Williams sblon001@odu.edu • Mr. Brett Cook - bcook013@odu.edu • Ms. Michelle Hudiburg - mhudi001@odu.edu • Ms. Jennifer Maddrell - jgold018@odu.edu

  3. Agenda • Preparing for the First Semester (Sonya) • Plan of Work and Registration Process • Getting Books and Software Resources • Logistics: Virtual and Campus-based Students • Surviving the First Semester (Brett / Michelle) • Advisors: Support and Expectation  • Classes: Workload and Expectations • Library: Services, Finding Articles, & Citation Management • Getting Help: Student-to-Student Connections • Beyond the First Semester (Jennifer) • The Comps Process and Beyond • Research Opportunities and Responsibilities

  4. First Semester Preparation(Sonya and Dr. Morrison)

  5. First Things First (Sonya) • Know your UIN & MIDAS username/password • Join professional organizations (IDT GSO/AECT/ISPI/SALT) • Establish a work/study space • Bookmark https://my.odu.edu • Library Connection & ILLiad • Teletechnet Sites • Financial Aid - 757-683-3683 • Ms. Debra May DMay@odu.edu • Ms. Angel BakerABaker@odu.edu • Office of Computing & Communications Services • Virtual Printing & PayPrint • Getting Connected & Getting Help (Phone: 877-348-6503)

  6. Before Arrival (Sonya) • On-Campus Students • Parking - 757-683-4004 • Safety First--Be Careful! Library Construction  • Distance Students • Gornto-The Bridge 757-683-5169 • Teletechnet Site Coordinators • Schedule visit on campus!

  7. Plan of Work (Dr. Morrison) • Ask advisor for current Plan of Work on ID&T website • Complete in consultation with your advisor • Submit the plan of work before you complete 9 hours - it can be modified • Electives must be approved by your advisor • Transfer in up to 12 hours with approval of advisor and GPD • (If not used for another degree)

  8. Registration Process (Sonya) • Go to MIDAS to activate your MIDAS ID and activate services • Search Leo Online for classes based on Plan of Work • Contact your advisor well in advance of each semester • Include your University Identification Number (UIN #) in all registration correspondence • Reference the specific class by CRN # and name (from Leo Online) • Things to consider: • Take required classes early in the program • Be aware (ask) which semester classes are offered, especially those outside IDT (and if you are a distance student) • Use your Plan of Work as a registration road map • Always use your odu.edu e-mail 

  9. Getting Books & Software (Sonya) • "Official" ODU Options • Free Downloads: http://occs.odu.edu/hardwaresoftware/downloads/studfacstaff/studfacstaff.shtml • University Bookstore and Higher Education Centers • ODU Express- see ODU Distance Learning website www.odudlbooks.com • Online Used and Discounted Book Vendors • Popular web retailers, such as Amazon.com and Half.com • e-book vendors, such as ebooks.com • Book rentals by the semester, such as Chegg.com • Academic Software Discounts • Search online for academic discounts • Consider "renting" software, such as e-academy.com

  10. Attending Class The Technical Tools

  11. Virtual Classroom - Blackboard (Sonya) • Blackboard is the online "home room" for all discussions and class communication • Login to Blackboard via my.odu.edu  or http://blackboard.odu.edu  with your MIDAS username and password • All courses will be displayed only after the professor makes the course available • Depending on the way the course is set up you may be able to see grades, electronically submit assignments, etc. • Archive...Archive...Archive!

  12. PolyCom PV (Sonya) • Two way audio / video (no text-chat) • Students must purchase and install PolyCom PVC software • Installation instructions & Purchase link at:http://dl.odu.edu/tools/pvx_installation_instructions.pdf • Must use headset microphone and webcam • Test PolyCom set up with Master Control prior to 1st Class • ODU Master Control Room: • 1-800-462-0959 •  mastercontrol@odu.edu • PolyCom Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) answered at:http://dl.odu.edu/ats/faq/operations.shtml

  13. Video Streaming (Sonya) • One way audio / video with text-chat • No headset microphone or webcam needed • Log in from the distance learning page http://www.dl.odu.edu/tools/vstream/index.shtml#courses • Distance students see the lecture live • Non-distance students can see the lecture as a video archive: http://dl.odu.edu/tools/vstream/09fall.shtml • Most likely distance students may take a statistics course in this format • Live recordings can be purchased with professor permission

  14. Video Streaming - Test of System (Sonya) Step 1: Watch the VS Interface Orientation video at: http://dl.odu.edu/tools/vstream/orientation/vs_orientation.htmlStep 2: Verify that your system meets all hardware/software requirements at:http://dl.odu.edu/tools/vstream/computer.shtml Step 3: Run the Web Browser Configuration Check at:  http://www.clt.odu.edu/browser/index.phpStep 4: View the LIVE test class (though 09/18/09) at:http://vs.odu.edu/interface/?cid=200910_TST000VS_91248

  15. Adobe Connect Web-conferencing (Sonya) • Web-based conferencing system • Two way audio / video with text-chat • Use headset microphone and webcam • Classes can be recorded and viewed as an archive at http://connect.odu.edu

  16. Campus Logistics Campus Map http://www.odu.edu/oduhome/campusmap.shtml

  17. Buildings to Know Ted Constant Center "The Ted"  Referenced Often Bookstore - Small Building The Ted GorntoTeletechnet CenterDistance Classes Perry LibraryExtremely Helpful Staff

  18. Buildings to Know Parking Garage Office Decals/Passes Fees Webb CenterThe Student Union Education BldgFaculty Offices - 2nd Floor

  19. Surviving the First Semester(Brett and Michelle)

  20. Advisors: Support and Expectations (Brett and Michelle) • Initial advisor is assigned based on interest and match • Get to know the backgrounds and interest areas of faculty in the department • Discuss your interests with a potential mentor to see if there is a “match” • The backgrounds and interests may allow you to help participate in new and upcoming research

  21. Classes: Workload and Expectations (Brett and Michelle) • I gave up television altogether to accommodate the 10-15 hours I spend outside of class for EACH class. • Tips for survival?  Take statistics courses in a televised format and use the archives to play back the lectures • Learn to use Google Scholar and the library online • Connect with two or three other students ahead of you as guides • Know your assignment deadlines and plan accordingly. • It's OK to feel lost and confused the first semester.  Most of us did. • The three R's:  Read, relax, and repeat. • Know how you learn and learn how you know.

  22. Student-to-Student Connections (Brett and Michelle) • ODU IDT Graduate Students Organization (IDT GSO) • An offically recognized ODU student organization • Provide a forum for professional development, social networking, and communication • A community for both local and distance students • Communicate University wide events and activities  • To join: • Create an ODU co-curricular account • Join the "Instructional Design & Technology Graduate Students Organization"  • On Facebook at: ODU IDT • Our first meeting is tentatively scheduled September 27, 2010 • Officers:  Brett Cook, Nena Barley, Alan Reid, Mike Sovay • Spokespersons:  Enilda Romero, Scott Weersing • Advisor:  Dr. Ginger Watson

  23. Student-to-Student Connections (Brett and Michelle) • Online Student Collaboration Tools • Google Docs - see docs.google.com • Skype - see Skype.com • Social Bookmarking Sites • Delicious.com • Diigo.com • Librarything.com • Zotero.org • Blogging and Networking Platforms - Some ideas ... • Facebook Groups: AECT • WordPress.com: see http://oduidtnetwork.edublogs.org/ • Ning.com: see AECT group at http://aectgsa.ning.com/ • Twitter.com: follow at http://twitter.com/oduidt • Academia.edu: join others in ODU IDT

  24. Library: Services (Brett and Michelle) Online library orientation http://www.lib.odu.edu/libassist/tutorials/index.htm Graduate Assistant Workshop http://www.lib.odu.edu/libassist/tutorials/gradwkshp-web/gta-ra_svcs.htm Get to know your subject librarian for EducationNancy Schafer nschafer@odu.edu  757-683-5909   IM a librarian  http://www.lib.odu.edu/services/instantref/ Interlibrary loan http://www.lib.odu.edu/services/illiad/ Have books sent to you! http://www.lib.odu.edu/distance/index.htm Look for resources in multiple disciplines.

  25. Library: Citation Management (Brett and Michelle) • EndNote • Free software download for ODU students • Desktop management of citations • Integration with MS Word • Zotero • Free online Firefox extension • Online and desktop management of citations • Integration with MS Word and OpenOffice Writer

  26. Getting Help (Brett and Michelle) Communication: • Keep an open channel between you and your advisor • Help them understand • Assist in finding your passion • Talk to your professors - They've probably heard it • Talk to other students - They've probably been there • Most Important • Keep family & friends involved and close • They're your best support group • Networking - get to know your physical & virtual classmates (Skype is good) • Bragging - How is this helpful? • Faculty (Dr.M) • Your Best Work If you don't know, ask. This is normal.

  27. Beyond the First Semester(Jennifer)

  28. Research Residency (Jennifer) • Proposal development in Research Residency course • Conduct study with your advisor • Submit for publication or presentation before comps

  29. The "Comps" Process (Jennifer) • Comprehensive exams taken before dissertation • Must complete research residency prior to starting exams • Consists of two parts: • Written exam with 3 sections taken over 4 weeks • Instructional Design & Human Performance • Issues in Instructional Design and Technology • Research Question and Proposal (2 weeks) • Oral exam after written exam is submitted • Preparation: • Submit list of 6 to 10 significant articles relevant to the research question • Work with your advisor before starting this one

  30. Research Opportunities & Responsibilities (Jennifer) • Consider carefully the list of available classes and tie to an area of YOUR research interest • If you aren't interested it will be a struggle  • Consider you enjoyment and passion • Focus each paper or assignment on an area of interest • Build on your prior work in future classes with an eye toward potential dissertation topics

  31. Questions?

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