Temporary+Page~Corresponding+Changes

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 * **Survey Response Critique/Suggestion):** || **Corresponding Change/Update Made:** ||
 * "It seems like it could be a bit overwhelming for a first time student. The links provided are nice, but are they all needed?" || We removed three of the available links from our collaboration tools list, leaving only free resources. We also noted on the collaboration wiki page that survey responses showed that Elluminate and Google Docs met most of previous students’ collaboration needs, but that students should explore other options to find what works best for their team. ||
 * "Many of the pages need more white space." || We added more space between text and changed some of our font colors to make our text easier to follow and read. ||
 * "The design is good, but I'd like to see a U of A logo in the upper right in place of the Wikispaces tree. The logo gives a little legitimacy to the site." || We added a U of A logo to our homepage as well as our wikispace header. ||
 * "I think the directions are fine, but the language sets a tone for the class ("link address type looking thing". . .use the proper word "embed code" -- it's a learning experience!" || This language reference referred to a video tutorial. We replaced this tutorial with a different video which used more professional language/terminology. ||
 * "Could not find directions." || We embedded internal wikispace links onto the homepage to make navigation even easier. ||
 * One student commented that "other options should be made available in case a student does not have a webcam or their webcam were not working." || Students will be notified in advance that a webcam is a course equipment requirement. We feel, along with many of our colleagues, that in a fully online course, the use of video is irreplaceable and very valuable at creating a strong rapport and relationship between classmates. ||
 * "Couldn't students simply complete a wiki page themselves where they list the characteristics?" || While this is possible, our wikispace creates a one stop shop for online learners’ needs and students are able to view all of their classmates’ videos as well as their availability in one place to make team creation faster and easier. We did receive more positive comments than negative. ||
 * "Making the video was fun though, but as a busy grad student/teacher, I think for my own personal preference, a discussion board would be my preference simply because it is less time consuming and more efficient. =)" || It is a little time consuming, but we are also having the students meet in a discussion. This task is also only required once and at the beginning of the semester when course work is typically at its lightest. ||