--- Forwarded Message from "Dressler, Monika" <[log in to unmask]> --- >Subject: RE: #8123 eInstruction >Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2006 09:54:13 -0500 >Thread-Topic: #8123 eInstruction >Thread-Index: AcYdJfY3ku/t3ZgCSvq1uj/68Yu+XADA3K2w >From: "Dressler, Monika" <[log in to unmask]> >To: "Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum" <[log in to unmask]> Hi Ed, We've been experimenting with eInstruction CPS, as well; just the standard PowerPoint with questions integrated. While the instructors and students are thrilled at using it, I've been less pleased with the staff-intensive support issues, the learning curve, the lack of intuitive instructions and lack of flexibility in in-class data comparison -- all issues of significance, if we want to scale a clicker system out beyond the "experiment" phase. Although we haven't been able to install and use the most recent update, in the version we were testing on PowerPoint slides were imported into the CPS as jpg's, which meant all the animation and media included in faculty presentations were unavailable. In order to run the presentation as designed and use the clicker system, we needed to have a staff member on hand to help the instructor switch between the two apps -- much more labor intensive than anyone anticipated. The fact that eInstruction is so tied to the K-12 model (not to mention standards' record keeping for No Child Left Behind) also has made some things a bit more challenging for the LRC-supported use our folks are envisioning. I'm part of a group looking into making some recommendations for the entire College of LSA here at UofM. Although we haven't made any decisions yet, Quizdom and Turning Technologies seem to be leading the pack, due to the functionality and readout of the clicker (Quizdom) and the seamless integration (and therefore short learning curve for faculty) with PowerPoint (Turning Technologies). But hey, it would be great to hear more about how your faculty are using it in their classes. Perhaps you could have them do a presentation or a workshop when you host IALLT2007! Monika R. Dressler, Ph.D. Director, Language Resource Center University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1275 Tel. 734.764.0424 www.umich.edu/~langres -----Original Message----- From: Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of LLTI-Editor Sent: Thursday, January 19, 2006 1:27 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: #8123 eInstruction Today was the first day of our pilot CRS project class (French 4 section - 17 students). We are using eInstruction. I was somewhat apprehensive about how the students would greet it, but they seemed receptive and genuinely interested. Is anyone else using a Course Response System in a language class? Have you used it in the past? How did it go? Cheers, Ed Dente Return-Path: <[log in to unmask]> *********************************************** LLTI is a service of IALLT, the International Association for Language Learning, and The Consortium for Language Teaching and Learning (http://consortium.dartmouth.edu). Join IALLT at http://iallt.org. Otmar Foelsche, LLTI-Editor ([log in to unmask]) ***********************************************