Online Learning Modules

My last class, EDUC-6715I-1 New and Emerging Technologies, at Walden University has challenged me to look at online learning modules such as Moodle and RCampus. The link below demonstrates what I have learned while reading this week's resources.

http://docs.google.com/present/edit?id=0AWHD6GWrqJ9sZGRmd3pxeF8yMzRocnEyZmo&hl=en

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Universal Design for Learning Presentation

Click the link to view my finished UDL presentation. http://prezi.com/tgl7qitk9mo0/

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