We should design exams with clear and excellent feedback, this could improve our students and gain more confidence.
I learned about the 5 different types of lectures. It also highlighted that the problem-solving method is more effective in distance and online learning, as it gives students a chance to interact and engage in a "treasure hunt" to find the solution. It is also important to note that we should assign discussions as assignments so that learners can access all of their weekly assignments in one location. I know it can be tricky to keep track of all the assignment demands in nursing school, and students need to be able to locate and submit everything in the same location for efficiency.
Comment on Andrea Rimer's post: I think there are times when low-stake quizzes (with multiple attempts) are appropriate, but I think it is also important to have higher-stake quizzes (one attempt) especially if the types of questions would be similar to what a student sees on a board exam. They will only have one attempt. I do think immediate feedback is important, so students can understand where they went wrong. This could be provided in the low-stakes quiz, so they can learn form it and improve their score before attempting the higher-stakes activity. I often create low-stake assignments with multiple attempts and refer students back to a page number or section where they learned the content, I will also give an explanation.
It is important to organize the syllabus so students can be informed about the course expectations, grading criteria, course content, learning objectives, what resource material will be used, and how the instructor will assess their learning of the course material. When designing the course content it is important to provide learners with opportunities to apply the course material to real world scenarios so future application can be made. When assessing the student's learning it is important to provide timely feedback to enable the student to deepen their knowledge.
Multiple quiz attempts are immediate feedback vehicles...very helpful to prepare for national certification exam too.
I like the idea of giving them multiple attempts on quizzes to build confidence and to tap into the student's intrinsic need to do the best they can. In my situation it's important for them to know the content to some extent but also be able to find it when needed, so I allow open book on the final exam.
Hello everyone,
In this module, I learned the importance of designing online assessments that not only measure knowledge but also support the learning process through timely feedback, self-assessment opportunities, and clear model answers. I also understood the complementary value of synchronous and asynchronous discussions in enhancing student engagement.
I plan to apply these insights by organizing my courses with well-contextualized tasks, multiple-attempt quizzes, and formative feedback that encourages students to reflect and grow independently.
Best of luck to you all in the upcoming modules!
The lesson here is to better have a online course set up with a time table just like the length of the course. This structure is necessary in order to bring clarity and flow for the student progress and it aids to see how far in advance you should prepare for exams and quizzes.
Quizzes are very resourceful to both student and the instructor in terms of tracking progress. Also provides immediate feedback, helps identify areas of improvement, and builds confidence.
Online courses are very important because they can get to more people than just a regular go to class. Testing is a must to keep the student a tuned to where they are in each module.
Discussions are the "meat and potatoes" of getting any topic to your class. Lecture methods vary, but discussion methods also do. Online lectures are a little more difficult to maintain engagement because the students are not in a classroom having live conversations.
I learned about applying critical thinking skills in this module when creating a syllabus. Analyzing the grading criteria, including quizzes, was particularly informative. I discovered that quizzes can serve as motivational tools, helping students build confidence. Additionally, providing timely feedback on quiz results is essential, allowing students to learn from their mistakes and improve their performance on future exams.
I agree it is a good idea and will boost a student's confidence level if they have unlimited attempts to complete a quiz. I have not done this before, but will do so in the future.
Es importante tomar en cuenta los tipos de preguntas al momento de realizar el examen, que permita medir el nivel cognitivo del estudiante, dejando a un lado la reflexión y análisis. De igual forma, que el estudiante reciba una retroalimentación inmediata.
Lo aprendido en este módulo es cual es la importancia de incorporar ejercicios de pensamiento crítico en el contenido, con la finalidad de generar un aprendizaje basado en resolución de problema, así como se debe de plantear correctamente las directrices y como estas juegan un papel fundamental en la planificación.
La importancia de la retroalimentación en los procesos de evaluación de cursos en línea y el impacto que puede tener un feedback preciso y oportuno para evitar ideas arraigadas en los estudiantes
Quizzes serve as "checkpoints" to boost confidence and ensure that a student is on track towards the course's learning targets.
me interesa esas actividades asincronas como los foros o chats donde se busca un dialogo con los a otros participantes que socilaización y profundizan en su aprendizaje
This section was a review of syllabus requirements, which most of the time are standard now (should be). I did learn some helpful suggestion on elements I may have been missing.
There need to be quick checks, like a quiz, to help assess progress.
