Digitally rich learning-experiences
- 1. Digitally-Rich Learning ExperiencesAlf Rasmussen&Lauren Weick
- 2. Digitally-Rich Learning ExperiencesStudents see the use of relevancy-based digital tools, content and resources as a key to driving learning productivity, not just about engaging students in learning.Provide the students with new ways to approach self-directed learning and educational productivity.In a change from traditional education, the process of creation is as important and sometimes more important than the end result of the activity in a digitally-rich learning environment.
- 3. AdvantagesStudents and ParentsCorresponds with how students are using digital media in their personal lives outside of school.Example: Gaming for Learning -61% of students and 76% of parents believe games make the subject more engaging -58% of students and 56% of parents feel it is easier to understand difficult concepts through games
- 4. AdvantagesStudents and ParentsExample: Interactive Online Textbooks(Web 2.0)NOT a CD of the printed textbookThree key themes for desired features and functionality: Interactivity and relevancy of content (online tutors, animations and simulations)Fostering collaborative learning (communicate with classmates, create podcasts and videos)Personalizing the learning process (search terms, electronic highlights and notes)
- 5. AdvantagesTeachers and AdministratorsTop Five Reasons To Digitally-Rich CurriculumDifferentiate instruction for students (75%)Incorporate digital resources in the lesson (68%)Locate and use electronic teaching aides (67%)Create and utilize videos and podcasts (57%)Use electronic productivity tools (57%)