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Personalized, Flexible, and Authentic
Personalized, Flexible, and Authentic
In addition to types of interactivity and levels of engagement, there are many other considerations for Online and Blended Learning. For example, content, instructional design, learner assessment, and accessibility just to name a few. With so many considerations it can be overwhelming to design high-quality online content. However, if we stay focused on creating experiences that are personalized, flexible, and authentic, we are more likely to address all of the important considerations.
5 E's Lesson Design
5 E's Lesson Design
One approach to instructional design is to be inquiry-driven and an effective model is the 5E Model. The E's are Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate.
According to an article from Lesley University, the 5E Model "promotes collaborative, active learning in which students work together to solve problems and investigate new concepts by asking questions, observing, analyzing, and drawing conclusions."1
Another way to frame inquiry-driven design is using Discover, Discuss, and Demonstrate. This is essentially the 5 E's, but a more concise way of thinking about the design process and an easier way to message the learning design to all stakeholders. The "Discover" includes the "Engage" and Explore". The "Discuss" is an opportunity for the facilitator and peers to "Explain". The "Demonstrate" is an opportunity to "Elaborate". While the "Discover, Discuss, and Demonstrate" doesn't explicitly include "Evaluate" just like the 5E's model, the "Evaluate" happens throughout the cycle of inquiry, not just at the end.
Learn More About Design for Inquiry
Learn More About Design for Inquiry
Review the 5 E's Lesson Design Template to discover strategies and tools that promote personalized, flexible, and authentic learning experiences.
Note: You will be prompted to create a copy of the 5 E's Lesson Design Template when you click on the link above. If you do not want to make a copy, use this link instead.Lemonade Learning - Episode 12 - Learning Design: Discover, Discuss, Demonstrate - Inquiry with the 3 'Ds
(start at 14 minutes and 50 seconds)
Listen here OR watch here.
Hyperdocs, Choice Boards, and Learning Menus
Hyperdocs, Choice Boards, and Learning Menus
There are many ways to make online and blended learning personalized, flexible, and authentic. When learning is inquiry-driven we promote choice and student agency. There are several popular approaches such as Hyperdocs, Choice Boards, and Learning Menus that do just that. While choice and student agency are a common thread among these approaches, there are subtle differences between Hyperdocs and Choice Boards or Learning Menus.
Hyperdocs are an approach to lesson plans and instructional delivery. According to the originators of Hyperdocs,
"A true HyperDoc is much more than some links on a document.
Creators deliberately choose web tools to give students opportunities to Engage • Explore • Explain • Apply • Share • Reflect • Extend the learning.
Digital collaboration is choreographed to give every student a voice and a chance to be heard by their classmates.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills can be developed through linked tasks.
Students have an opportunity to create authentic digital artifacts to show what they know and connect with a wider audience."
Choice Boards/Learning Menus are opportunities for learners to demonstrate understanding of the content in a variety of ways. So how is a Hyperdoc different from Choice Boards and Learning Menus? The big difference is that Hyperdocs are learner-driven experiences that encompass the entire lesson. Thinking back to our 5 E's Lesson Design Template, a teacher could actually design that to be a Hyperdoc. Here is an example. Or a teacher could use the 5 E's Lesson Design Template to create a lesson and in the "Elaborate" they design a Choice Board or a Learning Menu for learners to demonstrate their learning. A Choice Board or a Learning Menu can also be used for learners to "Discover" or "Explore" content in the beginning of a cycle of inquiry.
To learn more about Choice Boards and Learning Menus, visit The Ultimate Guide to Choice Boards and Learning Menus by AJ Juliani.
Activity
Activity
As you consider how you can leverage the models/approaches shared to create personalized, flexible, and authentic learning experiences, please note that many educators have already created high-quality examples. Review one of the examples linked below and evaluate the activity using this form.
Examples of Hyperdocs, Choice Boards and Learning Menus
Identifying Characters Hyperdoc - Example from this Kindergarten collection
Scaled Picture and Bar Graphs Hyperdoc - Example from this 3rd-grade collection
Author's Point of View Hyperdoc - Example from this 5th-grade collection
Offline Choice Board + Documentation & Reflection - Article about this Choice Board
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