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Greetings from Ellicott City, Maryland, just outside of Baltimore and a short drive from Washington, DC, where the cherry blossoms are starting to make an appearance (as will large crowds of tourists). It's raining and thunderstorming tonight, but all the laundry is done and I can focus on homework with a clear conscience.

Here is my innovation paper

I plan to look at the incorporation of streaming video into online course content for asynchronous courses.

Here is my storyboard (a very preliminary one) that will grow and develop as time goes by and this project takes shape. Thanks to Derek for the link to the software--if it doesn't work, let me know and I will create a parallel storyboard file in PowerPoint



OK--a slightly more developed version done in PowerPoint (hey, I'm a government person--we LIVE to do PPT presentations!) No audio, and I'm not sure if the video plays, but give it a shot and let me know!



Anne-- unable to open your storyboard. Use the embed code (if available) and 'Other' in the Widget editor if your source is an online site. If the storyboard is a video file, there are several possibilities. Convert the file to a .wmv file and upload or post the file to vimeo.com and provide a link on your page. Hope this helps. Contact me via email if you have problems. ( I think I sent you an email with my phone number as well. Feel free to call!) ---Derek

Hello Anne, I was not able to open the storyboard either -- Dona

Me too. I can't open the document either. Aracelis +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Hope you can get it finally! Aracelis

Here is the S-curve graphic for that portion of the project--in this particular area, there does not seem to be a curve as much as a straight vertical line that continues to go almost straight up--the degree to which this technology is being embraced by everyone is incredible.

Dona comment: I had some difficulty with my S-curve. Did you have trouble finding data?

Anne: Yes, although some of my problem was too much data. This is a technology whose time had come and so when it caught on, it REALLY caught on!

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THE PROJECT

Just click on the link to take you to the video!

http://www.screencast.com/users/AnneB-G/folders/Default/media/46e012d8-b3f9-44df-adb9-ba8da0e711cd

The transcript is here

The references are here

Derek's comment: Your comparison of innovation diffusion to Niagara Falls was dynamic. Streaming videos have become such a media standard in the classroom for the many reasons that you stated in your presentation. Your ideas for applications are terrific. Have you ever tried the streaming from a cellphone, using such sites as [] or [] ? Though allowing cellphones in the classroom represents another hurdle for schools to address and overcome, consider the many uses of this application to education (and social media creation).

​Derek--because cell phones are prohibited items in the buildings where I work, we do not even consider them for thraining delivery (I am well aware of the advantages and opportunities that are being missed, but until official policy changes, nothing else changes. I do see what others are doing with mobile learning and mobile media, and I am in awe of what we can now do with technology! I am waiting for the new iPhone to come out, as I am eligible to change carriers right now because I hate my old phone and am eager to upgrade! I like visual media because I am a very visual learner and I find that I learn best through visual analogies like the Niagara vs. the Bellagio fountains (my favorite thing to do in Las Vegas, and it's FREE!)..

Aracelis's comment: Very interesting your presentation. Well done. I like the way you combined visual as metaphors for your ideas. Streaming videos are really good to supplement our teaching. I use streaming video every time I have the opportunity. I liked when you mention how helpful streaming videos are for children that have to stay hospitalized. I really liked it.

Aracelis--thank you for your kind words! There are so many possible applications for technology that exist, and we are only limited by our imaginations. I am glad to see that you are using visual media in the classroom, because I agree that it is an extrememly powerful and effective way of presenting information! I am that visual learner who keeps saying "SHOW ME!"--I just wish that this technology had been available when I was in school, as I think I would have greatly benefited from it.

Dona's comment: I woudl agree that your visuals were great especially the Niagara Falls comparison and the fountain. I think visuals added a great deal to your presentation. It was nicely organized.