Creating Significant Learning Environments
A focus on learning, creating significant learning environments, and strategically implementing instructional backward design directly impacts my innovation plan by ensuring that academic coaches are supported in thriving through challenges. By beginning with desired outcomes and working backward to design authentic learning experiences, the plan ensures that reflection, self-assessments, and embracing challenges are encouraged, promoting a deeper understanding of the value of learning itself and the outcomes. Take a look at my work below, as it has allowed me to improve my innovative plan.
I am inspired by the book A New Culture of Learning to design environments that foster play, curiosity, inquiry, and collective learning, while utilizing technology as a tool to create authentic experiences that deepen understanding and enhance learning.Â
I highlight the importance of creating authentic learning environments where learners take ownership of their education, with technology serving as a tool to support collaboration and communication within a constructivist approach.
Starting with the desired outcome in mind guides how I create supporting activities and assessments to ensure that learning remains the central focus of my online blended learning strategy.
The UbD template provides guidance to create a granular instructional design that emphasizes the key goals and deep understandings students will gain, and the ways they will demonstrate their learning within an authentic learning environment.
Take a look at how I revised my growth mindset plan and discover insights on how you can effectively apply a growth mindset in your own learning or teaching practice.