home

This wiki established to support graduate learners mentored by Dr. Glen Gatin, Ed.D and serves to frame a discussion of the expectations for graduate level scholarship.
See also Lindén, J., Ohlin, M., & Brodin, E. M. (2011). Mentorship, supervision and learning experience in PhD education. //Studies in Higher Education//, //0//(0), 1–24. doi:10.1080/03075079.2011.596526

media type="youtube" key="qffbUqgwNFc?rel=0" height="315" width="560"

==== The main overall objective of graduate level course work is to prepare scholars to make a contribution to the body of theoretical knowledge in the field, in this case, the highly emergent field of elearning. To do this, a scholar must be conversant with the latest theoretical perspectives and must be able to use those perspectives as the organizing framework for a critical analysis of any given topic. Scholars must be familiar with the systematic research being conducted to test and verify any theory and must be able to find, evaluate, and use current peer-reviewed literature in support of all assertions. Scholars will be aware of any weaknesses in their own arguments and must be prepared to refute any objections. Finally, a scholarly argument will offer a conclusion which synthesizes information and ties the argument back to the theoretical framework. ====

==== As you prepare each submission be sure you have chosen a current theoretical perspective of elearning as the framework for your analysis. Identify the originator of the theory and describe how the theory explains and predicts behavior. Articulate the reason you have chosen this particular theory for the analysis of this course activity topic. Develop a critical analysis of the topic using current (last 3-5 years) primary and secondary sources from peer reviewed academic literature. Do not cite tertiary sources like dictionaries, encyclopedias or textbooks, they provide topics only. ==== ==== Identify the research which has been conducted to test and verify the theory you have chosen. What are the points of contention in the theory? Who are the principle investigators actively studying the theory? Where do they publish their work? Can you anticipate any objections to your conclusions? How would you refute criticism? ====

I look for 3 things as I assess doctoral and masters level course work in the eLearning specializations.

 * 1) Evidence of developing scholarly competencies.
 * 2) Use of current (3-5 years) peer-reviewed academic literature
 * 3) Demonstrations of digital competence and imaginative use of web based multimedia

In the navigation panel of this page you will find links to resources that will provide guidance for meeting each of these expectations.

I prefer to meet with people on Skype, my Skype name is ggatin If you would like to schedule an appointment you can do so by clicking on the calendar below,

media type="custom" key="9407792" One of my favorite songs, Gavin's Woodpile by Canadian singer/songwriter Bruce Cockburn media type="file" key="08 Gavin's Woodpile.mp3" width="240" height="20"