Instructional Design, Training and Development

• Instructional Design Support & Resources
• Technology Training
• Multimedia and Course Web Development

Instructional Design Support & Resources
NMC has an Instructional Designer, Dr. Lauren Keinath, who is available to assist you at any time on pedagogical as well as technology application issues. Lauren has an extensive library of resources. Contact Lauren Keinath at (231) 995-1123.

• Using the ARCS Model
  Instructional strategies you can use to enhance student motivation
• Guidelines for using Small Groups
  Groups can be instrumental in most instructional settings: traditional classrooms or distance education. They foster collaborative learning, problem-solving skills and team skills. But, many students do not come prepared with good team skills, and there can be problems in implementing groups and getting them to work the way you want. Check out these guidelines from research on collaborative learning...
  Download in : [Microsoft Word format] - [Adobe PDF format]
• Syllabus Guidelines
  Good clear materials can help a student at a distance. As an instructor, you want to be sure that you provide a syllabus and other course materials that convey clear information and support your students in their studies...
  Download in : [Microsoft Word format] - [Adobe PDF format]
• Lecture
  I want to know why lecture ain't all bad - what's it good for? What's so bad about it?
  Download in : [Microsoft Word format] - [Adobe PDF format]
  Also check out the associated worksheet.
  Download in : [Microsoft Word format] - [Adobe PDF format]

Technology Training
The FLO Office is a great place to go for assistance in learning new technologies, from using the eLearning system or taking an online training course to one-on-one help with a software application such as Adobe Acrobat or Microsoft Office products.

There is even a work place for instructors to use in the FLO office that has many application and resources available for use--from scanners to Macintosh and Windows PC computers. Any instructor who wishes to get away from the office or to be near a FLO staff person for quick assistance if needed, contact the Technology Help Desk / (231) 995-3020 or stop by the office to see if it is available at a time that fits your schedule.

Multimedia and Course Web Development
The FLO Office in conjunction with other technology support areas at NMC have resources and skilled personnel available to assist you in researching, using, and developing multimedia and web applications to enhance learning. These can range from using PowerPoint presentations to elaborate interactive, learning modules that incorporate screen captures, audio and video clips, and more. Contact the Technology Help Desk at (231) 995-3020 or Lauren Keinath directly at (231) 995-1123 to discuss ideas you'd like to explore or needs you may have.