Date Taken: Summer 2009 | Grade: A | GPA: 4
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UVM Description:
This course explores learning-theory research and its applications for technology-enriched, standards-based units of study. Students will study theories of constructivism, multiple intelligences, and other research related to how people learn. Participants will learn how technology applications can be used to create learning environments that strengthen problem-solving skills, and encourage communication, collaboration, and reflection. Using instructional design strategies explored in this course, participants will develop a standards-based unit of study that strategically integrates technology and meets national and state educational technology standards and assessments.
Instructor: Sandra Lathem
Syllabus: click here (Requires Permission)
What? So What? Now What? Reflection Script:
My name is Bjorn Behrendt and this is my course reflection for Learning Theory, Instructional Design, and Technology, that I took the Summer of 2009
The aspect of this class that stood out the most for me was the theory of backwards design or Understanding by Design (UbD). This suggested a model of creating lessons which starts by identifying what you want a student to understand, then build an assessment that proves they do understand. Lastly the creation of tasks that helps the student gain an understanding.
The application of this theory has helped me take the next step in moving from the tech realm into a teaching role. It has given me a template for creating lessons, or reviewing new initiatives.
I have taken this knowledge and shared it with teachers I work with, and have written all my lessons to list an understanding goal, the type of assessment I plan to use, and the tasks I expect them to accomplish. An example of this can be seen in my Google Apps eTextbook lessons. I hope to now refine the lessons I have created to include a more in-depth version of the goals, assessments, and tasks.
Thank you and have a good day.