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I was certified as a computer-aided instructor in the early 1980s when personal computers were starting to become popular and I have designed interactive Apple II courseware for over 2 years. Between 2003 and 2010, my speaking engagements as an IEEE Distinguished Lecturer and my research work led me to develop 8 industry-sponsored online tutorials for the IEEE, all of which were well-received by thousands of engineers worldwide. More recently, I received an award from the Georgia Tech Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning.
I was certified as a computer-aided instructor in the early 1980s when personal computers were starting to become popular and I have designed interactive Apple II courseware for over 2 years. Between 2003 and 2010, my speaking engagements as an IEEE Distinguished Lecturer and my research work led me to develop 8 industry-sponsored online tutorials for the IEEE, all of which were well-received by thousands of engineers worldwide. More recently, I received an award from the Georgia Tech Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning.
Teaching Award
Teaching Award
Computer Courseware Design and Applied Computer Graphics Certifications
Computer Courseware Design and Applied Computer Graphics Certifications
Virtual Versus In-Person Classes
Virtual Versus In-Person Classes
The global reach and self-paced nature of virtual courses are appealing but there has been much debate regarding the value of 2-hour non-credit credentials versus semester-based certificates and degrees that are offered by some universities. These two options do not meet the academic rigor that is required for technology, science, and engineering courses. Most of the fully online programs cover technical subjects superficially due to the quality of the students. Assignments are graded very leniently in order to boost enrollment. Anyone can sign up. Academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and standardized test scores are not required. In contrast, prestigious institutions do not operate in this manner. For example, MIT screens junior high-school students even for a short summer program and uses a hybrid in-class/online instruction mode. Additionally, the integrity of any online assignment or test cannot be guaranteed as online tutors and AI tools are readily available, and some schools prohibit online exam proctoring because they view it as an invasion of student privacy. Consequently, there are practical limitations to any safeguards that try protect the integrity of online tests. During the pandemic, the makers of several standardized tests had attempted to launch at-home online testing but all of these initiatives have been scrapped. For these reasons, I am now a firm advocate of delivering live in-person training with assessments for corporations. The ultimate success of any course hinges on the motivation of the learner, and how the course material is taught by the instructor to accelerate learning and maximize learning outcomes.
The global reach and self-paced nature of virtual courses are appealing but there has been much debate regarding the value of 2-hour non-credit credentials versus semester-based certificates and degrees that are offered by some universities. These two options do not meet the academic rigor that is required for technology, science, and engineering courses. Most of the fully online programs cover technical subjects superficially due to the quality of the students. Assignments are graded very leniently in order to boost enrollment. Anyone can sign up. Academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and standardized test scores are not required. In contrast, prestigious institutions do not operate in this manner. For example, MIT screens junior high-school students even for a short summer program and uses a hybrid in-class/online instruction mode. Additionally, the integrity of any online assignment or test cannot be guaranteed as online tutors and AI tools are readily available, and some schools prohibit online exam proctoring because they view it as an invasion of student privacy. Consequently, there are practical limitations to any safeguards that try protect the integrity of online tests. During the pandemic, the makers of several standardized tests had attempted to launch at-home online testing but all of these initiatives have been scrapped. For these reasons, I am now a firm advocate of delivering live in-person training with assessments for corporations. The ultimate success of any course hinges on the motivation of the learner, and how the course material is taught by the instructor to accelerate learning and maximize learning outcomes.
Lean Back or Lean Forward?
Lean Back or Lean Forward?
I have worked on interactive large-screen TV viewing and the lean back experience is always more relaxing and enjoyable than lean forward. In contrast, the lean forward model is the most effective for virtual courses because you are able to focus and concentrate better. This learning model is especially important when attending in-depth technical courses. Therefore, my online courses are designed using this learning model for a computer monitor.
I have worked on interactive large-screen TV viewing and the lean back experience is always more relaxing and enjoyable than lean forward. In contrast, the lean forward model is the most effective for virtual courses because you are able to focus and concentrate better. This learning model is especially important when attending in-depth technical courses. Therefore, my online courses are designed using this learning model for a computer monitor.
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