I was excited to hear about the Educational Gaming and Simulations in Second Life class taught online through Boise State. It was a tad pricey at $1044 with a $55 application fee, but I thought – it sounds like just what I need. I submitted my application online and awaited the registration information. When I got an email, it was to inform me that the class was full.
Bummer. Well, I kept trying; and someone dropped (Thank you!) so I got into the class I got all registered, and was given a login to their student records system, email (Novell mail), and Blackboard. I ordered my books through Amazon.com and paid the additional $13 to have the one copy available online. They came promptly to me via two different carriers.
I didn’t want to be the first to put out an introduction, but by the time I checked in again, I had 35 posts to read in the Blackboard course management system.
It is wonderful to get a fresh perspective on online learning, and taking this course has forced me to reflect on what I put my students through. Am I clear in my expectations and assignments? Can they find everything easily? Am I prompt with replies and available?
Self reflection is good, right? 🙂