How will your interactive learning resource specifically ensure that the needs of all learners can be met?
I will incorporate a variety of learning modalities to cater to different preferences, which include visual aids, audio instructions, interactive exercises, and written content. These allow learners to engage with material using their preferred mode of learning. In order to ensure learners acquire knowledge well, I will offer different assessment formats for learners. Which means they have opportunities to select which formats they prefer. At the same time, I will introduce collaborative learning. As a group, all the learners foster interaction and peer learning. Incorporate discussion forums, group projects, and virtual classrooms to promote engagement and support collaborative learning among learners.
How can you adjust your planned learning activities to meet the needs of your learners if an unexpected event occurs?
The priority is to provide online learning platforms for learners. Utilize current platforms to support remote learning. These platforms are able to host virtual classrooms, provide access to course materials, facilitate communication, and offer assessment and feedback. Because pandemic, learners aren’t available to gain resources offline. I will open a lesson to teach students how to search online resources. These can include e-books, academic journals, websites, and educational videos. Ensure that the resources are accessible and easy to navigate for students working from home. In addition, due to remote learning, students may face various challenges. Be flexible in deadlines, consider accommodations for individual needs, and provide additional support to students who may require it. This can include virtual office hours, one-on-one video conferences, or extra resources for review.
Consider the learning environment for your current design. What potential barriers can be reduced or eliminated to provide more pathways for learner success?
Learners may be located around the world and have diverse schedules. Provide flexible learning options, such as asynchronous activities, recorded lectures, or self-paced modules. This allows learners to access the content conveniently, accommodating work or personal obligations. Meanwhile, students need to be provided with timely feedback to guide their progress, so I will offer additional support through virtual office hours, discussion forums, or personalized assistance. Regular feedback and support help learners overcome challenges and stay motivated on their path to success.
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chood7 says:
Hi Rick,
Great post, I liked how you touched on multiple aspects of making a universally accessible learning platform!
I know you mentioned having virtual office hours and discussion forums as means of support, I think another good idea for reducing or eliminating barriers could be collaborative learning. I think encouraging learners to engage in group activities, peer feedback, or collaborative projects will foster a sense of community and create additional pathways for learner success as well as allow students to work amongst themselves to solve problems that many of them could be having!
Keep up the great posts,
Chloe
July 2, 2023 — 2:52 pm
zhongbaoji says:
Hi Rick, I’m Zhongbao Ji, about your idea of teaching students how to search online resources, I’m curious about what practical tools you will introduce in this course, please let me know if you can, I want to I should also need them in my course.
July 2, 2023 — 6:48 pm
stephanie says:
Hi,Rick!!!Your summary is very complete and considers many aspects. Looking forward to your final product! You have created a very interesting course! Thank you for sharing.
July 3, 2023 — 8:58 pm
Anastassiya says:
Hi Rick! I totally agree with you that it’s important to offer various means of representation, such as visual aids, audio instructions, interactive exercises, and written content, to make the course accessible and inclusive for students! This way, all students can participate and learn in a way that works best for them. What specific strategies would you use to accommodate the individual student’s needs?
July 4, 2023 — 11:14 am