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Powtoons
I used this interactive video to provide a short summary of the course outline for DISC 1011 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics
It is less than 2 minutes long; perfect for the attention span of most persons
The aesthetics provide a fun and exciting way to capture the attention of my students at the start of the course, with bite-sized information about the overview.
My Cool, Interactive Tools!
My Cool, Interactive Tools!
In the digital age, a number of technology tools are available for integration into the course space to enhance teaching and learning approaches. With this in mind, I have employed a few interactive tools in my lectures, particularly online classes. These include:
Presentation tools e.g. Powtoons
Game-based learning tools e.g. Online Jeopardy
Social Networking tools e.g. Mentimeter, Padlet, Khan Academy
See my Reflection on the use of Tech Tools and Course Design to enhance the learning management space to improve Student engagement and attentiveness.
"Millennials are more tech-savvy. Mature students have deemed tech tools to be a learning curve but what is life without a challenge :)" - Dr. Letetia Addison
See an excerpt of the tools used in the design of my Course Shell for DISC 1011 – Introduction to Probability and Statistics, a brief rationale and some handy tips.
Padlet
This social networking tool was used to capture student sentiments on a virtual wall, to showcase their expectations of the course at the start.
It is a great way to reflect at the end of the course to determine if these were met.
As a facilitator I value seeing all their comments at the start to ensure that I am aligned to the L.E.T.E.T.I.A. student-centred philosophy increase levels of emotionally intelligence.
It has really enhanced their ability to critically reflect on the course and how it is useful to them.
I believe that expanding levels of self awareness and emotional intelligence are key components to effective learning.
Fun Fact: Developed by former MIT student
Khan Academy
This is used to provide Quizzes for students to access post lecture, particularly in Probability and Statistics.
These asynchronous activities complement the classroom material for the course DISC 1011 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics I.
In my previous role as Mathematics Help Centre Coordinator, I have recommended it to students for refreshers on various topics in Math and Stats.
It keeps my students engaged with the course material even when they are not in the course, due to the interactive components with solutions and explanations.
I highly recommend it for asynchronous learning and as a refresher for background concepts.
I prefer to use this for formative assessments, but I am considering using it as a summative requirement also to encourage students to use it more.
Online Jeopardy
This useful game-based learning approach provides a summary tool for post-assessment of topics at the end of the Unit to ensure students are engaged.
It is an exciting way to determine if they recall the material, as an alternative to a Quiz for a group.
Student engagement has increased within my classroom, particularly in evening lectures after 5 p.m. AST
One drawback is that it takes at least 20 -30 minutes and lecture time and topic is crucial for this to be effective.
I find it best for foundational concepts for a Bridge-in since it ensures that students recall these first.
I apply Transparency from my L.E.T.E.T.I.A Teaching Philosophy to ensure student have clear instructions to follow and it has worked will since the first application.
See snapshot from my learning below:
Hey-zine Flipbook
This Presentation tool closely following the Powtoons, a flipbook was used to enhance the readability of the DISC 1011 Course Outline.
The ease of use enables my students to access the outline easily from any device, and the aesthetics peak their interest.
Navigation is simple and effective.
I have also found that the password protect option is useful for other websites such as my Teaching E-portfolio (for copyright purposes).
For more on my beliefs related to the creation of course outlines and guides for effective course design and management click here.
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