Definition and Importance of Active Learning | Origin: EL113
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Active Learning in an Online Environment --> Definition and Importance of Active Learning
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
Thinking back on the days of passive listening during my education, I understand completely how active learning can transform a students educational experience. I plan to incorporate more group activities as Marc Presky noted that students born after 1994 are more likely to enjoy group activities.
Comment on Kathryn Sellers's post: This lesson is based on the best evidence based practices which supports improved outcomes through active learning strategies.
It's important to be interactive so the learning is active vs. passive
Instructors must provide an environment where students are interested in learning.
as instructors we have to make sure our lessons are mixed with the active learning, not just passive learning
Active learning is geared towards better student interaction and participation in the learning process. it places the emphasis on the student and must be effectively facilitated by the instructor. It has been shown to result in better student outcomes.
This is a change from past lerning, where the teacher controlled the process.
Comment on claire wilson's post: also interaction
There is quite a bit of information is this section. I do see a lot of interest in the active learning category.
From this module, I have learned the definition and importance of active learning and how essential it is to effective instruction. I now understand that students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process rather than simply listening to lectures. Creating opportunities for discussion, problem-solving, and hands-on activities helps students think critically and retain information more effectively. Moving forward, I intend to apply this by incorporating more interactive strategies into my teaching, encouraging participation, and designing lessons that involve students in their own learning. By using active learning techniques, I can help create a more engaging and meaningful classroom experience.
It's important to be interactive with the students when in an online setting.
I think it important to recognize why a student might be feeling unmotivated in class; is it outside stress, do they feel like they don't understand the lesson, do they need a variation in teaching style to better connect with the lesson.
Love this approach. It does create a win win for all involved. I can't wait to create activities and utilize this approach.
Comment on Matthew Corbin's post: One of the areas my school is greatly concerned about is student engagement. This will help me formulate plans to help with this area.
I like the strategy! It is a win-win for the instructor and the student. The goal is comprehension and the ability to critically think through information.
Comment on Lindsay Noelke's post:
Like you, I gained a lot from what I heard. I do plan to probably listen again and implement what I feel will work with my adult groups.
Comment on Kathy Barajas's post: I agree with the content presented. As you state, it puts the student in charge, but as the instructor, we still have the responsibility to guide the process. This means coming up with engagement methods.
I can definitely see the advantages of active learning. My next step is to determine the correct strategies for my subjects. I look forward to developing this type of instructional change.
Online learning poses some issues, but it definitely requires different techniques than those I have traditionally used. I can see that engaging students in active learning activities would definitely be more effective. The issue is to develop something for the time constraints I am working with,
