Material Development and TEL
- Education
- 700 level
- 3 credit units
- 122 pages
- 7 units
This course, Material Development and TEL, is a 3-credit unit core course in the second semester, requiring 13 weeks to complete. It focuses on course material development, instructional design, and the application of Technology Enabled Learning (TEL) in Distance Learning. Students will gain skills in planning and designing course units, developing institutional TEL policies, and conducting assessments in Distance Learning. The course also covers blended learning approaches and assessment techniques.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 46 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, practical, case study, problem solving
- Practical work
- Yes
- Portfolios
- Discussion Forum
- Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ODL722, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ODL722 · UNIT 1: ODL COURSE MATERIAL
Main features that adapt organism to its environment Mammals Mammals have their hair for insulation. Many mammals have sweat glands for temperature regulation. The females carry the developing young in the womb during pregnancy and have mammary glands which produce mild, for feeding (sucking) the young after birth. The parent care for the young until they become self-supporting.
What you should be able to do
- Develop effective course materials for Open and Distance Learning.
- Apply instructional design principles to create engaging learning experiences.
- Integrate technology to enhance learning outcomes in various educational contexts.
- Develop and implement institutional policies for Technology Enabled Learning.
- Assess learning effectively in distance learning environments.
What it prepares you for
- Instructional Designer
- E-Learning Specialist
- Curriculum Developer
- Training Manager
- Educational Technologist
- Education
- Corporate Training
- Government
- Non-profit
- Online Learning Platforms
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Virtual Learning Environments (VLE)
- Multimedia Software
- Online Collaboration Tools
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 2: ODL Course Material Development (Instructional Design)
Requires understanding of various instructional design theories and their practical applications in creating effective learning materials.
- Module 2: Technology-Enabled Learning (TEL)
Unit 3: Implementing Policies and Strategies of TEL
Involves understanding complex technical infrastructure and the integration of technology into existing institutional policies.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 39 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 1: ODL Course Material: What is it? · 3 hours
Understand the philosophy of open and distance learning.. Identify the variants of open and distance learning.. Familiarize yourself with the structure of ODL course material..
- Week 2Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 1: ODL Course Material: What is it? · 3 hours
Examine the characteristics of ODL materials.. Compare ODL materials with traditional textbooks.. Identify embedded devices used in ODL materials..
- Week 3Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 2: ODL Course Material Development (Instructional Design) · 3 hours
Define instructional design and its importance.. Understand the instructional design process.. Explore theories that guide instructional design..
- Week 4Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 2: ODL Course Material Development (Instructional Design) · 3 hours
Identify the functions of an instructional designer.. Explain the types of instructional design.. Discuss the creation of ODL material methods..
- Week 5Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 3: Planning Units of ODL Course Material · 3 hours
Identify components of learning profiling.. Discuss the context under which students will effectively learn.. Analyze the content of a course..
- Week 6Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 3: Planning Units of ODL Course Material · 3 hours
Write a unit of a course.. Define various access devices.. Examine the structure of a unit of learning..
- Week 7Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 4: Assessment in ODL Course Material · 3 hours
List the main types of assessments used in instructional materials.. Explain formative and summative assessments.. Define validity and reliability in assessment..
- Week 8Module 1: ODL Course Material
Unit 4: Assessment in ODL Course Material · 3 hours
Explain how to determine validity and reliability.. Write a sample self-assessment.. Write a sample tutor-marked assignment..
- Week 9Module 2: Technology-Enabled Learning (TEL)
Unit 1: Introduction and strategies for TEL · 3 hours
Define Technology Enabled Learning (TEL).. State some benefits of TEL.. State some aims and goals for institutional TEL adoption and needs..
- Week 10Module 2: Technology-Enabled Learning (TEL)
Unit 1: Introduction and strategies for TEL · 3 hours
Explain the roles of teachers as agents in TEL.. Enumerate instructional strategies for TEL.. Explore the use of digital technology to aid teaching and learning..
- Week 11Module 2: Technology-Enabled Learning (TEL)
Unit 2: Institutional Policies and Infrastructure for TEL · 3 hours
Enumerate teachers' and students' assumptions about teaching and learning.. Tabulate the advantages and disadvantages of TEL for teaching and learning.. Discuss some institutional assumptions about teaching and learning with Technology..
- Week 12Module 2: Technology-Enabled Learning (TEL)
Unit 2: Institutional Policies and Infrastructure for TEL · 3 hours
List components of TEL institutional policy.. Define Blended Learning and explain its categories.. Illustrate a Blended Learning Environment..
- Week 13Module 2: Technology-Enabled Learning (TEL)
Unit 3: Implementing Policies and Strategies of TEL · 3 hours
List the various technical considerations to be implemented by institutions for TEL.. Develop an instrument to survey faculty use of Technology for teaching and learning.. Discuss the importance of capacity building for academic and technical/support staff for TEL in an institution..
Preparing for the exam
- Focus on understanding the core principles of instructional design covered in Module 1, Units 1-4.
- Review the different types of instructional design models and their applications.
- Practice creating sample assessment questions for various learning outcomes.
- Study the key concepts of Technology Enabled Learning (TEL) from Module 2, Units 1-3.
- Familiarize yourself with the steps involved in implementing TEL policies and strategies.
- Create concept maps linking instructional design theories to practical applications in ODL materials.
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and discussion forum contributions for key insights.
- Allocate specific study time each day, focusing on areas where you feel less confident.
- Practice applying TEL strategies to different learning scenarios to enhance practical understanding.
Questions students ask about this course
What is ODL722 about?
This course, Material Development and TEL, is a 3-credit unit core course in the second semester, requiring 13 weeks to complete. It focuses on course material development, instructional design, and the application of Technology Enabled Learning (TEL) in Distance Learning. Students will gain skills in planning and designing course units, developing institutional TEL policies, and conducting assessments in Distance Learning. The course also covers blended learning approaches and assessment techniques.
How many units does ODL722 have?
ODL722, Material Development and TEL, has 7 units across 2 modules, over 122 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ODL722?
ODL722 carries 3 credit units, at 700 level in Education.
Is ODL722 hard?
ODL722 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical, case study and problem solving work, and it has a practical component.
How long does ODL722 take to study?
About 46 hours of study, spread across its 7 units.
How is ODL722 assessed?
ODL722 is assessed by Portfolios, Discussion Forum, Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with ODL722?
Instructional Designer, E Learning Specialist, Curriculum Developer, Training Manager and Educational Technologist.