Workshops

Orientation to Distance Education

This workshop explores delivery options for distance education. You will experience first-hand examples -- from low-tech print materials to high tech computer options. Discussion of examples focuses on advantages and drawbacks of different media in meeting course goals and student needs.

Orientation to Interactive Television (ITV)

This 3-hour workshop provides faculty, who will be teaching with ITV, basic concepts of the:

1. Differences between teaching and learning in a traditional and ITV classroom
2. How to use the equipment
3. Effective teaching strategies for ITV
4. Resources available within CIDDE for instructors using ITV

For More Information

If you have questions about the Distance Education Orientation or ITV Orientation Workshops, please contact:

Dr. Joanne M. Nicoll
Associate Director for Instructional Design and Faculty Development, CIDDE
412 624-3335
E-Mail: nicoll@pitt.edu