Media Strategies & Instructional Systems Design (ISD) | Origin: EL101
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Designing and Developing Online Courses --> Media Strategies & Instructional Systems Design (ISD)
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Keep everything organized, intentional, and easy for students to follow. Choosing media that actually supports the lesson, not distracts from it.
Performing online objectives allows the students to focus on a said task at their own speed, The downfall to doing that is that they do not get the input from other students.
We focused on student engagement and learning outcomes of the students.
The importance of a good analysis. How to effectively design an online course. Use of different media forms. Variety. Evaluating in different ways, outside of traditional quizzing, such as group activities and discussions. Not all reading text!
I learned in this module the importance of designing authentic assessments in the online environment that are directly aligned with clearly defined learning outcomes and course competencies. Well-designed assessments can promote active learning and help build a sense of connection between students and the instructor.
This module covered instructional system design definitions and introductory information about achieving student engagement by incorporating media strategies in the course design.
Using a variety of content in online learning helps keep students interested and considers students who may learn differently.
I will incorporate all into my courses: text, audio, animation, graphics, video, artwork and photographs
By integrating ISD with media strategies, I have learned to develop online content that is both clear and engaging.
I learned how media strategies and the Instructional Systems Design model help create clearer, more engaging online learning. I plan to apply this by choosing media that directly supports my objectives and by following a structured design process to ensure my content is purposeful, accessible, and effective for all learners.
We live in a modern era where online learning can be written with various types of content as appropriate for both the learner and the material being taught for the best learning experience. We can also use various ways to test the students to check understanding of the material.
One a the things I have learned is that online learning must have a clear and well-organized format. I have seen by myself how poorly structured online courses lose my attention completely, and the same is true for our students. The key is organization and clarity, without shortcuts.
I learned that online content must be consistent throughout the course. Maintaining clear, organized and consistent content in the online learning process for students is important to their success. It should also be diverse for all students to understand and be able to participate freely.
Different media for different tasks....pleases top making long videos. They are just not watched.
Comment on zach Bernal's post:
Zach,
Perfect —teach to the level of your students' learning capabilities. An example is teaching at a different level of understanding for graduate students versus undergraduate students.
Comment on Joe Scobey's post:
Joe,
At the close of the course, we can go back and re-evaluate what worked and didn't work and make adjustments.
Comment on Arzu Arda Kosar's post:
Arzu,
Excellent point you are making. I suggest we be consistent in whatever we do. Students want to be prepared for what is coming with a few deviations. The goal is to have attendance at the meetings.
I learned how different media strategies—like video, audio, and visuals—can deepen engagement and make online learning more dynamic. I already integrate short videos, 3D tools, and museum visits into my art lessons and assignments, and I plan to refine these activities with clearer rubrics and more peer feedback to help students connect their creative work to real-world experiences.
Purpose-driven engagement for online instructors involves creating a supportive, interactive, and relevant learning environment by building a sense of community, clarifying expectations, and using a variety of interactive tools. Key strategies include fostering a strong e-community, making content relatable with real–world examples, and providing timely, actionable feedback.
1. Set the tone early: Use introductory videos from both the instructor and students to create a personal connection.
2. Establish clear expectations: clearly communicate course objectives, rules, and expectations from the start. Next, create a student–centered environment: Acknowledge and validate students’ perspectives and experiences.
3. Encourage student-to-student interaction. Use small group activities, breakout rooms, discussion boards, and collaborative projects to foster peer-to-peer learning.
I agree with self assessment. Since students are working more independently in distance learning, they should have an increased role in the assessment process.
