Dynamic Instructional Design | Origin: EL107
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Designing Dynamic and Technology-Rich Learning Environments --> Dynamic Instructional Design
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
Students equate flexibility with ease. You must address this fallacy for them to be successful in other than f2f classes.
The diagram was really helpful. I will use it in practice.
In this module I learned that students will lean more toward seeking assistance from a face-to-face classroom versus in an online environment. While there are may types of learners in an online environment, it is imperative that the instructor communicate with them in at timely fashion so the learning process isn't discouraged.
Dynamic learning is a useful tactic when it comes to approaching a modern teaching style that is so consumed by technology.
I learned that Content can be provided through hyperlinks to text, multimedia resources, online discussions, chats, personal blogs, wikis, etc. And this process, content is worked on and applied by the learner.
I learned about scaffolding and how to use it in the learning environment.
I learned about the concept of scaffolding. I also find that there are many ways to introduce content to students that makes it meaningful to them. However, this also means that the instructor has to have technological skills in being able to provide these various resources to them.
I have found that providing different ways to learn the same information, has helped many students, especially when they are preparing for an exam.
I have learned a few new things and become aware that I am already doing a lot of scaffolding already. I think I could benefit from using hyperlinks and creating content that allows students the opportunity to self-author.
To enhance your teaching ability and to reach as many students as possible you must learn and become efficient using all the technology available for learning.
What are scaffolds and how students benefit? A course of study progressing in an ongoing dynamic process of learning relies on a variety of inputs, learning supports (scaffolds), and interaction. Each of these aspects of the dynamic process cannot exist without the others; however, together, they maximize the students’ potential for reaching a high level of learner autonomy through self-directed choices and customized application or outcome.
I enjoyed the resources on universal design and how they were included as refrence material
Dynamic learning allows instructors to use the best of both worlds. Student in the world today are engulfed in technology, by using a dynamic learning style we are putting them in their element and making it familiar to them.
I've learned more about scaffolding and how dynamic instruction benefits both student and teacher.
There are many important aspects that have made me reflect on online education. For me, the most relevant are: Flexibility, as by offering different online resources I can accommodate various learning styles. Communication is essential, if we use forums and live chats we can provide the support that students require. Technological tools are powerful, from virtual learning platforms to collaboration tools, technology can make learning more dynamic and interactive. And fostering an online community where students can interact with each other and the teacher is key to creating a sense of belonging and motivation.
I really enjoyed the distinctions of the types of relevant learning scaffolds (including instructor intervention, collaborative knowledge building, and meaningful, self-directed research).
The synergy between technology and the right teaching methodologies can enhance the learning process for students. Online learning tools are not a replacement of teachers, they are an opportunity to lead their job to a new scenario.
Dynamic instruction allows for linear instruction to be replaced. This allows for a variety of ways for students to learn, not just from the teacher through dialogue in a classroom. In turn, this can lead to greater success.
Dynamic learning creates a culture of engaged learning opportunities. Ensuring the students gain the knowledge is what is most important, no matter what way then learn the information.
