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As a learning environment theorist, Dr. Bonk believes that experts, technology tools, peers, teachers, curriculum, self-reflection, and assessment all impact learning. Effective use of these resources can result in active student learning. In using Dr. Bonk's student-centered teaching philosophy, he tries to include some active learning and student choice within every lecture or lab activity. A visitor to any of Dr. Bonk's e-learning classes would note that he uses various combinations of tasks such as concept mapping, timelines, taxonomies, summary writing, jeopardy quizzes, fireside chats, Web searching, scavenger hunts, group activities, portfolios, conference-style presentations, scholarly journal creations, etc. As a result of Dr. Bonk's continued attempts to marry these pedagogical strategies to videoconferencing and Web-based education courses, he has been invited to present his ideas in numerous national and international talks and presentations. The audiences have included higher education faculty and presidents, doctoral students, practicing teachers, and corporate trainers. |
