Our team blog explores #eLearning, #instructionaldesign, #UDL, & #OER. We develop #studentcentered blended/online courses at Spring Arbor University. #HigherED
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Sometimes, it feels like we’re chasing tech trends without considering how the tool support learning. Let's look at the pedagogy-informed questions we should ask as we adopt new technologies and tools. #ModelElearning #InstructionalDesign #bestpractices
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It’s been a while since we’ve written on the blog. We just reflected on the changes our team experienced. We're so proud of what we accomplished despite a year of adaptation and change. #instructionaldesign #elearning #HigherEducation
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As designers, we can observe good design and apply the principles to our practice. Former team member Dave explores how Lego implements good learning design—and some areas for improvement. #InstructionalDesign #eLearning modelelearning.com/2024/06/1…
While each course differs, we can refer to certain heuristics to guide our designs. Jess and Ann explore how learning needs assessment and Constructivism impact the success of a learning environment. #InstructionalDesign #TeachingAndLearning modelelearning.com/2024/04/2…
Sometimes, you need to work on a project to explore the full capabilities of a tool. Audrey and Kyle account the challenges and opportunities of using OBS Studio after helping Tara record a presentation for her class. #InstructionalTechnology #HigherEd modelelearning.com/2024/03/1…
Change requires us to move from the familiar and comfortable into the unknown—as the new year begin let's review how instructional designers and educators can seek opportunities to embrace change. #InstructionalDesign #eLearning modelelearning.com/2024/01/2…
It’s once again time for our traditional end-of-the-year reflection on the topics, research, and tools we shared with you, our #CommunityOfPractice. #eLearning #InstructionalDesign #TeachingAndLearning modelelearning.com/2023/12/1…
With the many available #teachingandlearning tools out there, it’s helpful to review them using a pedagogical and technology framework. Audrey and Kyle describe how they reviewed Descript, OBS, Coda, and H5P using the TPACK model. #InstructionalDesign
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We’ve been talking about the future of artificial intelligence for a while. Instructional designer Ann shares takeaways of the research for #AI in the classroom and how we can prepare for the challenges and benefits. #InstructionDesign #eLearning
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Recording a lecture or instructional video is just the first step to creating a video for your learners. In The Basics of Video Editing, Kyle explore the essentials of creating a video without worrying about the more complex tools. modelelearning.com/2023/05/2…
In the past couple years, we’ve seen an increased awareness in #MentalHealth in all aspects of our lives. Ann looks at the research around the topic as well as what it means for #InstructionalDesigners and #Faculty. #eLearning #highereducation
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Collaborative and social learning tools can help support authentic engagement between learners and instructors. Audrey shares three tools she used in her teaching practice to encourage this engagement with her students.
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In our increasingly digital experience, we find a lot of strong opinions about digital versus paper In Does Going Digital Alter Learner Retention?, Jess looks at the research behind how students learn from the different mediums. #InstructionalDesign modelelearning.com/2023/02/2…
It's (finally) here! Join us for a #reflection of the past year on Model eLearning! #InstructionalDesign #HigherED
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If you work in a university - what has been the biggest change or evolution of your digital learning ecosystem in the last 18 months? A new VLE/LMS, new edtech tool, an integration, update, an improvement in use etc etc #edtech #highered #onlinelearning #AcademicChatter
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Self-assessment helps learners engage with their own learning. Assistant Instructional Designer Audrey shares how educators can support students with checklists and rubrics as they transition from #K12 to #HigherED. #Instructor #InstructionalDesign modelelearning.com/2022/10/1…
Storytelling: Satisfying The Brain’s Search for Meaning : Research Library | The Learning Guild LearningGuild.com/insights/2…