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ASHS 2015 Annual Conference

Online Learning and Big Data in Horticulture: New Insights and Directions (Workshop) *CEU Approved

Objective(s):
1. To provide an overview of new computing tools and approaches for improving data management in horticulture.  2. To share practical experiences and insights in the development of an asynchronous online extension program.
The rise of big data in research mirrors the increase in take up of online learning. Using computers to store, analyze and present data has become the norm not only in horticultural research but also in teaching and extension. On the other hand, there are several online learning tools that are available but very little attention has been paid to how well these courses actually support learners. The first part of this workshop aims to introduce valuable concepts and techniques in order to improve familiarity with advanced computing tools and increase efficiency of data management. The second part of the workshop describes the development, deployment, and evaluation of an synchronous online extension program for Tennessee nursery producers.
Tuesday, August 4, 2015: 1:45 PM
Bayside C (Sheraton Hotel New Orleans)
Moderator:
Zachary T. Brym
Coordinator:
Arthur Q. Villordon
1:45 PM
Developing an Asynchronous Online Extension Program for Tennessee Nursery Producers
Amy Fulcher, University of Tennessee; S. Christopher Marble, University of Florida/IFAS Mid-Florida Research and Education Center; Richard Karel, University of Tennessee
Audio File Recorded Presentation
2:15 PM
Comparing an Asynchronous Online Extension Program and a Traditional Face-to-Face Program for Delivering Master Producer Content
Amy Fulcher, University of Tennessee; S. Christopher Marble, University of Florida/IFAS Mid-Florida Research and Education Center; Adam Blalock, TSU Extension; Mark Halcomb, University of Tennessee; Frank Hale, University of Tennessee; Creig Kimbro, University of Tennessee; Jason Oliver, Tennessee State University; Alan Windham, University of Tennessee
Audio File Recorded Presentation
2:45 PM
An Introduction to Advanced Computing in Science
Zachary T. Brym, Utah State University; Alexander Susko, University of Minnesota
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