30
Sep
ASSESSMENT AND LEARNING MODELS Sample Learning Scenario – Students in an in-person music theory class were assessed during class quite frequently, the instructor asks questions often, encourages discussions, and gives instant feedback – these are formative assessments. Since converting this course online Instructional Designers had to work hard to mimic these formative assessments using a […]
22
Sep
Andragogy In summary: Adult learners are self-directed, take an active role in their learning, and bring their life experiences to the fore. Impact for Instructional Design: Do your best to individually tailor the learning journey for autonomous individuals with diverse backgrounds and learning approaches. Encourage an inclusive environment and design learning focused on self-directed adult […]
19
Sep
CONNECTIVISM Connectivism has often been called ‘A Learning Theory for the Digital Era’ as it explores technology-enabled increases in knowledge. Because no existing learning theory specifically encompasses the developments of technology to increase our access to information – Connectivism stepped into the breach. The ability for people to always be connected (or terminally online as […]
02
Sep
CONSTRUCTIVISM The premise of Constructivism (in stark contrast to Behaviorism) suggests that knowledge can not simply be transmitted. Instead, the student must be an active participant, they must listen, reason, reflect, and be able to solve problems, based on their new knowledge. Originally conceived by Vygotsky, constructivist ideas, theories, and models have been developed and […]