DArcie Lennard

Choosing the right type of question given the material and what we want students to be able to accomplish are critical when creating student questions. 

Posing questions to students requires appropriate wait time and guidance. 

Technology incorporated into class needs to have clear guidelines and examples. Students can be motivated to come to class timely when meaningful content and activities are initiated at the beginning of class meetings, so punishment is not the best way to prevent tardiness. 

The first 5-10 minutes and the last 5-10 minutes are critical areas for engagement and concreting learning. 

I have reflected on this content and believe a positive ChatGPT can have on education is availability 24/7 that synthesizes internet searches to digestible results. A negative ChatGPT can have on education is offering hallucinations confidently which can purport misinformation. In my classroom, I intend to use this knowledge to guide students in ethical use of AI. 

I have learned about various uses of AI in real world settings. I can envision updating my syllabi and slide shows quicker; if I can attach my file and give AI the dates I want for the updated version, I save significant time and reduce the likelihood of errors. 

I have learned about the evolution of artificial intelligence and its emergence into contemporary fields like manufacturing and education. I will apply my AI knowledge in conversations with students and to help them apply best practices and ethical usage. 

This module has deepened my understanding of collaborative and problem-based learning (PBL) as effective tools for fostering critical thinking in online environments. I learned that PBL encourages students to engage with real-world scenarios, which helps them integrate prior knowledge while developing innovative solutions. I intend to apply this by creating collaborative activities that encourage students to solve problems together and critically analyze different perspectives. 

I have learned the importance of setting clear communication expectations and providing ongoing, varied assessments throughout the course; these are essential to keeping students motivated and on track.

I intend to apply these insights by utilizing a mix of technology tools to enhance interaction and participation in my online courses. I plan to incorporate small video segments, group projects, and reflective writing exercises that leverage multimedia tools, which will allow students to synthesize information and collaborate in new ways.

From this module, I have developed a greater appreciation for active learning techniques. Active learning demands more planning and effort on both the students' and instructors' parts. I intend to plan carefully and balance power in the classroom to optimize student learning outcomes.