Authoring | Origin: EL103
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Teaching Online: A Student-Centered Approach --> Authoring
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
Consistency is key! Without it, student can get lost in a maze of course, and academic, information.
I learned that some of the concern is for the students to make it as easy for them as possible to learn the most amoutn of information. But its also important to follow these methods for the teacher as it will make it easier for him in future courses (for example storing materials properly).
I learned about how a learning objects repository can assist with ensuring consistency throughout online modules
There was a lot that I have learned in this module, but the two things that I have learned in the module that I did not know was, modality effect and instructional scaffolding. The way that I can use both of these things that I have learn in this module is, when I am developing a course framework I not only need to be consistent but as well I need to take into consideration that there will be students from all different backgrounds reading this material, I will need to put myself in the students shoes and ask myself if I was a student that did not know any of this would this be something that I can read and would be able to grasp it in a way that I could apply this. As well I would have someone proof read it and help give me feedback so that I could make changes and continuously improve the continent.
I learned a lot about online learning and presentation
You must take students' learning styles into consideration when considering content delivery.
It is important to have proper alignment between curse goals, tasks, and learning tasks. to ensure that everyone involved is aware of the expectations. Both instructors and students should have a consistent understanding of what is going to be taught and how it will be evaluated.
Consistency amongst course templates seems to be the most important factor in ensuring that students do not become confused by inconsistent formatting, language, or placement of learning objects within the course.
I learn to practice consistency across all modules. This way, students will be familiar with the content workflow and get accustomed to receiving information in a particular way which will allow students to be confident with the interaction and learning material.
Consistency is key. You want your students to be familiar with your modules, assessments and quizzes. This will help them feel more confident in completing the course.
I have "chunked" learning objects to make is easier for students to follow along and give the students a feeling of accomplishment in completing several smaller objects vs. trying to complete a larger object.
Be consistent with your modules, formatting, style, etc. Students will become familiar with how you structure the course from one chapter to the next.
I now have a better understanding of the importance of course organizational consistency. And, I learned some good tips with regard to use of multimedia to enhance, but not detract from, the overal course material; and a good tip to keep all multimedia organized in a seperate library for easy reference and future use.
It's very important to have module consistency so your students know where to locate the information and tools they need.
location of comment or post is important.
I've learned that designing a course is all about the students. It should be easy to follow and in a familiar format. Even font size is important!
The greatest take away from this lesson is the importance of consistency and a desired template to follow to ensure that students can understand and easily navigate the site.
The most imprtant thing I learned is consistency in key in delivering learning objectives for optimal outcomes.
It is imperative that the course template be thoroughly tested. Even when deployed be one should be ready to make corrections. One should maintain consistent language, format and module time.
