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Title:
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AN OPEN SOURCE SYNCHRONOUS ONLINE EDUCATION SYSTEM WITH REDUCED SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS |
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Author(s):
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J. Mark Pullen, Nicholas K. Clark |
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ISBN:
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978-989-8704-03-0 |
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Editors:
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Piet Kommers and Pedro Isaías |
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Year:
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2014 |
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Edition:
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Single |
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Keywords:
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Synchronous Distance Education; Open Source; Internet |
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Type:
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Full Paper |
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First Page:
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133 |
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Last Page:
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142 |
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Language:
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English |
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Full Contents:
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Paper Abstract:
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The authors have developed an open-source software package for synchronous online distance education (DE) delivery and used it to support the Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) degree at George Mason University for the past decade. The software, Moodle Integrated Synchronous Teaching/Conferencing (MIST/C), is focused on simultaneous online and classroom delivery, using a hybrid approach combining synchronous classroom capture with the popular Moodle learning management system. We have been rewarded with student and faculty enthusiasm and growth of the program. During the period of MIST/C use, it has been continually refined and enhanced. Recent changes in our teaching environment have accelerated this process. Where previously we had student assistants available to set up and assist with teaching software, this process had to be automated due to reduced staffing. This paper reviews the history and capabilities of MIST/C and describes its ability to simplify teaching both online and classroom students at the same time. |
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