I have learned how effective active learning can be, it uses more of the student's resources, allows them to develop more skills and competencies, students are more responsible for their learning, they will get to where they want to go, understanding, reflecting, not just analyzing the information and/or knowledge acquired but rather give it its usefulness, developing its critical level and its functionality, maintaining its active motivation, sharing collaboratively and cooperatively with its peers, which adds to the acquisition of new knowledge and its applicability in more situations than from one's own experience.
For the instructor it is quite a challenge, mainly for instructors who were trained in a traditional way. That is why the importance of instructional designers who introduce them to the application of very useful and most popular technology for students of these latest generations.
Games such as kahoot and Socrative, digital whiteboards, among others, allow students to keep their attention active and encourage their participation, to be more dynamic, creative, use the information acquired, and incorporate it into their source of knowledge.
At the University where I currently teach some subjects, from course planning we receive advice from an instructional designer, who familiarizes us with AI programs and guides us teachers in improving our support materials; In the induction of teachers before the start of classes, they recommend the use of digital quizzes, digital whiteboards, the use of interactive games to help students reinforce the knowledge they are acquiring, with training and collaborative forums, assignments to help them. to develop their critical appreciation, their reflective capacity among others.
What has helped me understand this module is the significance and usefulness of the tools used in active learning, and the effectiveness of this form of learning, which is why I understand more the instructor's role as facilitator in the acquisition of knowledge in the students.
Active learning puts the student in charge of their own academic success. The instructor serves as a leader, guide, coach, etc. and establishes rules and expectations. Ultimately the student decides their outcome and success rate by their level of engagement and commitment to learning.
From this module, I heave learned the importance of active listening and the core elements included. I intend to apply this by encouraging students to perceive feedback as a tool for improvement and constructive thinking. Instead of just giving a simple answer to a question, I will engage in reflection and consider teamwork.
This was a great lesson!! I learned active learning is crucial in an online environment as it keeps students engaged, deepens understanding, and fosters collaboration. By actively participating, students retain information better and apply it effectively, leading to improved outcomes and a stronger sense of community.
Active learning is a teaching and learning approach that emphasizes student engagement and participation. Unlike traditional passive learning, where students primarily listen to lectures and take notes, active learning strategies require students to be actively involved in the learning process.
It is beneficial to online learners in that it provides:
Increased Engagement: Active learning strategies can help keep students engaged in online courses, reducing the risk of disinterest or dropout.
Better Retention: Students are more likely to retain information when they actively participate in the learning process.
Enhanced Critical Thinking: Active learning activities can help students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Improved Collaboration: Many active learning strategies promote collaboration and teamwork, which are essential skills in today's world.
Effective practices include:
Interactive Discussions:
Online forums: Create online forums where students can discuss course material, ask questions, and share their perspectives.
Live webinars or video conferences: Host live sessions for real-time discussions and Q&A.
Asynchronous discussions: Encourage students to participate in asynchronous discussions that allow them to respond at their own pace.
I spent a lot of time in the Core elements unit, focusing on the active learning strategies. Very helpful!
You have to make the courses for the students very interactive so they can grasp the concepts efficiently. Lectures shouldn't be about just standing in front of the class and talking and reading off of slides verbatim.
It's great to see active learning have such a focus in continuing education. As time goes on more and more types of learning styles are discovered as well as learning disabilities. By not incorporating active learning it will be impossible to engage with a significant portion of the class who do not learn by dictation alone. By addressing this and finding ways to engage with the entire class more and more students will be successful on their journeys and feel better and more fulfilled by their educational journey.
Active learning is participation by the students in a learning environment other than sitting and listening to a lecture given by an instructor. This can be accomplished by having the students participate in discussions, group projects, flipped classrooms, etc.
The importance of active learning is it allows the students to learn by collaboration, problem-solving, and cooperation. In the online environment, discussion boards, interactive programs allow the students to actively participate and become responsible for knowledge gained.
Self-directed learning is a new process where students make a greater effort to engage themselves with the course materials and can help students learn and retain information in a whole new way.
Online learning requires active participation and learning strategies to engage learners. It is important to incorporate elements of adult learning theory to ensure we are providing curriculum that enhances learning.
Active learning requires student learning where the instructor is more of a facilitator and guide. This type of learning is more accepted by students who are younger (born after 1994) and keeps students more engaged. This learning places more responsibility on the learner.
I need to always remember that " The core element of active learning activities are that students must read, write, discuss, reflect or be engaged in the problem solving.
I am new to online learning. I big takeaway for me is placing the responsibility of learning in the hands of the student. To not force feed them information but rather give them tools to find the answers themselves in order to facilitate independent thinking.
Our students tend to do better with active learning as they are actively involved in their own learning. As instructors, we need to transition to the role of provider of knowledge and lecturer to the one of facilitator and coach. We need to allow students to work together, self-reflect, do their own research and learning.
Active Learning is promoting fully engaged learning.
Active learning makes students take responsibility for their own learning. I think this is important because as instructors we model everything for them and are here for guidance but ultimately it is up to them to do what they are supposed to. They are not simply coming to an instructor for an answer. Active learning also allows for instructors to obtain feedback from a development team to assist with curriculum revisions.
I have learned that it is better to be the "guide on the side" rather than the "sage on the stage". Students learn more and retain the information better when they are responsible for their own learning. I also like learning the difference between collaborative (graded as group) and cooperative learning (graded individually).
Active learning is anything that the student does in a classroom envirnment other than lecture time. During this time using different techniques and switching it up is a good way to make sure everyone stays engaged and interested.
The importance of online learning is giving and alternative to students in a busy life. Adult learners especially have it hard to go to a brick-and-mortar environment while trying to improve on one's level of education and training. During the pandemic, I taught high school medical careers and body systems and the students were never used to the learning environment. Teacher's had to quickly integrate google classroom or canvas to broaden the experience and whether you are on zoom or google meet there is an opportunity to see everyone's face and break out. I loved to do slam chats on a topic to review and it was fun to see the students engage well. Mentimeter also is a visual way to check in with active learning as well. Core elements involve various ways for each student to take control and responsibility of their own learning. Some of those core elements are teamwork, individualism, reflection and communication.
