Hi Liv!
This first blog prompt was also very reflective for me, especially being a recent graduate of the education program and entering the field of teaching. I really like how you put the emphasize on the learner instead of the educator. Teaching styles can greatly impact a learner’s success. I also like how you stated that teaching styles can be most effective either alone or mixture. Can someone truly ever one teaching style? Does your experience as a learner influence your experience as an educator?
Hi Deanna!
I really like how you have layout your blog post. It is interactive and user friendly! I also like how you clearly stated what the three instructional styles are and gave a personal experience to expand on the learning process. Do you believe instructional styles are most effective when used individually or combined?
Hi KC!
I like how you breakdown the definition of what open pedagogy is and how it can be utilized. This makes it easy for both the learner and the educator to follow and maintain criteria and the standards that come with it. I also like the idea of co-creating the criteria and resources together giving both parties a sense of autonomy and agency. This is great scaffolding for your interactive learning resource!
Hi Weiran!
I found myself nodding in agreement as I was reading through your blog post this week. If you are not open and willing to learn, you simply won’t. You may retain a handful of small tidbits, but the overall theme lacks the attention it deserves. Clearing prior prejudices, biases or negative connotations can also be a difficult process and can ultimately make or break your learning experience. From your personal experience, do you have any tips or tricks to help learners get ready to receive new information? Or clearing biases?
Hi Shanshan!
I appreciate that you acknowledge the needs of your learners especially with your interactive learning resource being based online. I like how learners have the option to interact, communicate and ask questions with one another through breakout rooms. This may cause some anxious feelings for some, is there another channel or resource learners could use to stay connected?
Hi Yugi!
I like how you immediately outlined what inclusive and universal designs are. This made your blog post easy to follow from start to finish. I also like your use of multimedia. Sometimes learners need one or more types of learning styles such as visual, auditory or kinesthetic. I appreciate how you were mindful of the environment and possible barriers a learner may have to overcome. Shorter videos allow a higher chance of content being watched with access to only a mobile device and limit time. With having your learners post a weekly blog post (like our course), is there another option for learners that may struggle with written text? Also, are these posts possible to participate on from a mobile device? Just some food for thought!
Hi Darryl!
What an interesting video! I would have never thought to use a source based on the history of photography. Is photography a passion of yours? I’m the type of learner that thrives on timeline, so the video was a little bit difficult to follow. With that said, I was still able to absorb the overall theme. I like the idea of a group collaboration whether it is in a live forum or a communication channel that learners can check the thread at their own leisure. Have you thought about incorporating a platform such as Microsoft Team hangouts as an option? Some learners, really need that “face-to-face” interaction even if it is in an online realm. I also appreciate your attention to providing prompt feedback. Reflection and correction are key elements to the learning process which can be delayed with slow feedback. Could this be down over Google Forms to ensure learners are getting the instant feedback they need to further their learning?
Hi Kianna!
I really enjoyed the video you chose for this week’s blog post. It was fun, interactive, inclusive, and educational! Before jumping into the prompts, I like how you gave a brief introduction to the video giving the learners some content. I also like how the video puts an emphasis on the learner while the teacher plays more of a supportive role alongside the instructor. This activity is great for an individual or group setting.
In my opinion, you did an awesome job tying in pre and post activities that would tie in well with the video itself. This could even turn into an entire lesson or a series of lessons rather than just a movement break. Self-regulation and learning how to effectively use those skills are vital for the learners’ success. As well, you were mindful of all learners and how they can participate in a manner that works for them. Well done!