Deep Learning
Introduction
Deep learning will occur among students by accomplishing learning outcomes. Examples of occurrences are when students work collaboratively, practice problem-based learning, and experience student empowerment. Therefore, deep learning is primarily a student-learning environment; whereby, teachers may sometimes be the facilitator.
During a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, educators needed to swiftly sustain learning environments for learners by transitioning to remote learning. Some of the principles of deep learning are achieved by integrating engagement, collaborative learning, and formative feedback. One challenge is ensuring that the new approach is responsive therefore adapting to changes as they occur. For example, students switched between online and face-to-face contingent to the number of COVID cases. Another challenge is ensuring the usability of any new application across all devices; therefore, testing plays a big part in mobile learning.
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Engagement
Sustaining engagement is vital when there is a sudden shift from face-to-face to online learning. Teachers need to change their instructional approach; therefore, ensuring a similar learning environment.
EdPuzzle facilitates video lessons by incorporating a series of questions that students can answer at their own pace. Therefore, students are more inclined to participate in interactive videos. They were maintaining a similar approach to learning before the pandemic.
Collaborative Learning
Integrating activities that involve collaborative learning help students learn from each other and develop skills that prepare them for team environments in the future. With the disruption of in-person classes, it is even more crucial to give students opportunities to collaborate so that they continue to interact with their peers, even in a remote setting. This also develops and maintains a sense of community in the classroom which is an important aspect of deep learning. Incorporating tools like Flipgrid, Jamboard, Seesaw or Google docs foster an environment for collaborative learning.
Mobile tools to support collaborative learning
Formative Feedback
Assessment is needed to determine the progress of students. As well as to identify topics where scaffolding may be required. In an online environment teachers integrate the following activities:
Dipsticks-Quick Check-Ins
Digital Journals
Elevator Pitches
Creative Expression
Peer-to-Peer Assessment
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