Archive for the ‘ On Learning Online ’ Category
I had generally understood that people have different learning styles and that these are fairly constant indicators of preference. I was therefore surprised to read that a person’s learning style is not constant but can vary with the material (Gilbert & Swanier, 2008). I suppose I ought to have known–or at least suspected–this, [ READ MORE ]
A concept with which I particularly resonated was discussed in Week 6 in Dr. Ormrod’s “Learning Styles and Strategies.” She spoke of “elaboration” as a learning technique in which one takes in new information and mentally does something with it (Ormrod, 2009). As I believe I observed, this is something I have been [ READ MORE ]
Resource: Journal of Online Learning and Teaching – jolt.merlot.org As the program I’m pursuing specializes in online learning, the title of this online journal naturally captured my attention. One of the articles I thought looked interesting was titled “Two Approaches to Podcasting Use in the Classroom.” In one case, the teacher used podcasts to supplement her [ READ MORE ]
In this my first blog entry, I’m reviewing three blogs I found pertaining in some way to instructional design. 1. The Rapid E-Learning Blog This site is hosted by a blogger who identifies himself as Tom. On the About page, he indicates that he has a Master’s degree from Pepperdine in Education Technology and over 15 [ READ MORE ]