For example, Simulations force you to make decisions - and then show you the consequences of those decisions. Keeping abreast of these exploding technologies and discovering how to apply them for effective instruction is an exciting challenge. I have been developing e-learning courses for five years. I developed Wayne State University's first Internet-only class, Principles of Physiology , and have built it into a model not just for the University but for the entire discipline of physiology. The class includes a 600 page, interactive Web site , streaming video lectures , extensive rich content in the form of simulations and animations, and a threaded discussion group.
All students take the same exams.
All class materials are on the Web and are enhanced with rich content, much of it developed by the Harvey Project . Email, an online discussion group and group projects give all students an opportunity to interact with me and each other. Students can also interact with guest experts through the discussion group. The lecture students, of course, have access to all the Internet-based material as well. This is a happy solution that pleases almost everyone.