Instructional Strategies

Module 3: Instructional Strategies

In this module, we studied the second phase of backward design - planning for student assessment. We learned about what to consider in learning assessment and existing digital tools and apps for learning assessment.

Relatedly, we learned about various instructional strategies to enhance student learning experiences. Focusing on “active learning,” instructional methods that were introduced in this module are constructivist-oriented, including inquiry-based learning, experiential learning, project-based learning, problem-based learning, personalized learning, and design thinking.

Seven instructional strategies for active learning were introduced. We designed & developed a video on a specific instructional strategy of your choice. The presentation addressed

1. Description of the instructional strategy (e.g., compositional elements, or key principles/steps; theoretical basis; historical development, big names)
2. Analysis (e.g., strengths, weaknesses, conditions for implementation, the role of tech/media in implementing this strategy)
3. Examples (high-profile exemplary implementations of this strategy in tech-based, or tech-enhanced learning, best practices, findings from research studies)

References

Dyson, B., Linehan, N., & Hastie, P. (2010). The ecology of cooperative learning in elementary physical education classes. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 29(2), 113–130. https://doi.org/10.1123/jtpe.29.2.113

Hastie, P., & Casey, A. (2014). Fidelity in models-based practice research in sport pedagogy: A guide for future investigations. Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 33(3), 422–431. https://doi.org/10.1123/jtpe.2013-0141

Johnson, D. W., Johnson, R. T., & Holubec, E. J. (1998). Cooperation in the classroom (7th ed.). Interaction Book Company.

Piaget, J. (1952). The origins of intelligence in children (M. Cook, Trans.). International Universities Press. (Original work published 1936)

Vygotsky, L. S. (1978). Mind in society: The development of higher psychological processes. Harvard University Press.

Wiggins, G., & McTighe, J. (2005). Understanding by design (Expanded 2nd ed.). ASCD.