Using various ways to measure the learning has occurred. I disagree about use of multiple choice testing. Application or higher level of questions can assess the learning at a higher level and are still very important in evaluating learning. However, learning about other ways to assess was informative.

Ideas around project based learning. Increased use of work relevant discussions. Holistic evaluations rather than traditional. Interesting ideas.

Different types of learners from what is generally used—great to learn about them briefly. Importance of meeting student needs based on their learning styles. “Everyone can learn; you just have to find the way to teach them.”

The challenge of engaging all learners online. Like the idea of chat discussions and final paper rather than typical exam. Liked prodigy website and UDL article.

I learned that assessments can promote active learning and build a sense of community between the instructor and other students in the class. Instructors need to accurately communicate to students, using detailed rubrics outlining how they will be evaluated, so students will have a clear understanding of what the expectations are for their performance. 

I learned that quizzes provide learners with an opportunity to assess the degree to which they have mastered the course content. They are most suitable as self-checks of understanding as one progresses from one point of a course to another.

I learned that common methods of asynchronous learning include self-guided lesson modules, pre-recorded video content, virtual libraries, lecture notes and online discussion boards or social media platforms. Asynchronous sessions allow students to self-pace their work through the course content and activities. 

I learned that course content needs to include activities where critical thinking and problem-solving are practiced by the students. Activities like case studies can be assigned to workgroups that can meet via zoom or any other interactive two-way communication format to discuss and work together to find solutions to the problem presented. It is important that whatever activity is assigned has built-in strategies for engaging every student.

I learned that there is a true and real ISD.com out there. I also learned on how and what to include in the ISD, also when an audio to make it multisensory, lots of action and movement.

This section helped me understand what the syllabus is when providing an online lesson. It also tells me that the instructor needs to be synchronous with the course, as where the students can be in an asynchronous environment.