EP 628 by Breonna Jones - Student

Present Me:

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Future Me:

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Defining Technology Terminology:

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Educational Psychology: Ritzhaupt et al. (2018) reports educational psychology is the study and ethical practice of learning and improving performance by creating and managing appropriate technological resources.

Instructional Design: a systematic approach to planning teaching with the goal of maximizing student learning through structured tasks. (West et al., 2017)

Instructional Technologist: According to Bardone et al. (2020), focuses on designing and providing solutions to learning and performance issues within technology-based learning environment. The main goal is to integrate technology into the classroom.

Augmented Reality (AR): helps sustain transduction relationships between multimedia, humans and the environment. ( Morey & Tinnell, 2017)

Virtual Reality (VR): Researchers define as a tool that immerses users into simulated environments that replicates experiences of others. (Pinto-Coelho et al., 2023)

Gamification: is am example of creating a problem-solving environment with several tasks can be explored and enhance in a goal-oriented manner. (Craig Liebenson, 2018)

Artificial Intelligence (AI): is referred as machines that demonstrates human intelligence to perform tasks. Furthermore, it improves themself using data collected and facilitate intelligent automation. (Yau et al., 2022)

I am familiar with most of the terms. However, I am not familiar with using most of the terms. I am aware of VR, gamifications and AI because it is commonly used in the school systems. As well as most game systems apply the terms. I am not familiar with AR.

I am most interested in learning about all the terms and using them in future research. Learning about the tools can help develop a tool that can support education for K-12.

References:

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Bardone, E., Tonni, T., & Chounta, I.-A. (2020). The educational technologist as a variety-handlerLinks to an external site.. Education and Information Technologies, 25(5), 4015–4040. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-019-10091-5

Craig Liebenson, D. C. (2018). Gamification. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 22(1), 232–234. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbmt.2017.12.009

Morey, S., & Tinnell, J. (Eds.). (2017). Augmented reality : innovative perspectives across art, industry, and academia (First edition.). Parlor Press.

Pinto-Coelho, L., Laska-Leśniewicz, A., Pereira, E. T., & Sztobryn-Giercuszkiewicz, J. (2023). Inclusion and adaptation beyond disability: Using virtual reality to foster empathy. Medycyna Pracy, 74(3), 171–185. https://doi.org/10.13075/mp.5893.01386

Ritzhaupt, A., Martin, F., Pastore, R., & Kang, Y. (2018). Development and validation of the educational technologist competencies survey (ETCS): Knowledge, skills, and abilitiesLinks to an external site.. Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 30(1), 3–33. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12528-017-9163-z

West, B., Hoffman, K. (Kimberly D. ), & Costello, M. (Eds.). (2017). Creative instructional design : practical applications for librarians (1st ed.). Association of College and Research Libraries.

Yau, K. W., CHAI, C. S., Chiu, T. K. F., Meng, H., King, I., & Yam, Y. (2023). A phenomenographic approach on teacher conceptions of teaching Artificial Intelligence (AI) in K-12 schools. Education and Information Technologies, 28(1), 1041–1064. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-022-11161-x

As an instructional designer, teacher, consultant, or trainer, how do learning theories inform your current or future practices? What are the advantages or disadvantages of adhering to these theories when developing instructional interventions (e.g., lessons, trainings, modules, professional development)? What specific learning theory do you utilize most often in practice? How can you apply this theory to your future dissertation research?

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Learning theories inform practice by acting as a template to developing tools to support research. Understanding how individuals learn can help researchers construct resources and interventions that can be effective for development. There is a constant need for professional development to maintain the high level of competence expected in most adult workers. (Chuang, 2021) The effectiveness of the training is influenced by the application of learning theories and the level of knowledge.

As an instructional designer, teacher, consultant, or trainer, how do learning theories inform your current or future practices? What are the advantages or disadvantages of adhering to these theories when developing instructional interventions (e.g., lessons, trainings, modules, professional development)? What specific learning theory do you utilize most often in practice? How can you apply this theory to your future dissertation research?

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The advantages include creating tools to ensure higher competency and insight to learners' level of development. "Rapid industry changes, increased competition, changes in the demographics of organizations create a new need for organizations to link learning." (Chuang, 2021, p. 6) The disadvantages of adhering to the theories are instructors are not always in the center and must be flexible to unleash the learners potential. (Chuang, 2021) The variances of theories serve specific purposes and can only be applied for certain aspects of development.

As an instructional designer, teacher, consultant, or trainer, how do learning theories inform your current or future practices? What are the advantages or disadvantages of adhering to these theories when developing instructional interventions (e.g., lessons, trainings, modules, professional development)? What specific learning theory do you utilize most often in practice? How can you apply this theory to your future dissertation research?

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In my practice I utilize behaviorism. Working with individuals with cognitive deficits can trigger behaviors that are not socially acceptable. Moreover, applying PBI (positive behavior intervention) in the classroom helps maintain classroom management. Reinforcement (reward system) helps control behaviors in social settings such as school. Behaviorism triggers change by reducing and/or eliminating social inappropriate behaviors.

As an instructional designer, teacher, consultant, or trainer, how do learning theories inform your current or future practices? What are the advantages or disadvantages of adhering to these theories when developing instructional interventions (e.g., lessons, trainings, modules, professional development)? What specific learning theory do you utilize most often in practice? How can you apply this theory to your future dissertation research?

bjones2_137 — 2024-07-11 06:38:19 UTC

In my future research I will identify the behaviors associated with autistic students and generate tools to improve and/or eliminate socially inappropriate behaviors in the classroom that hinders their learning. I can observe how students and teachers are responding to specific stimuli in the classroom and recording responses.

As an instructional designer, teacher, consultant, or trainer, how do learning theories inform your current or future practices? What are the advantages or disadvantages of adhering to these theories when developing instructional interventions (e.g., lessons, trainings, modules, professional development)? What specific learning theory do you utilize most often in practice? How can you apply this theory to your future dissertation research?

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References

Chuang, S. (2021). The applications of constructivist learning theory and social learning theory on adult continuous developmentLinks to an external site.. Performance Improvement (International Society for Performance Improvement), 60(3), 6–14. https://doi.org/10.1002/pfi.21963

Description of the tool

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Meta Spark AR studio is commonly used for social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram. Individuals can create their own augmented reality such as visual effects and more to produce their content and products. AR is used in the classroom to help students engage in authentic explorations of the real world. (Prodromou, 2020) Some observations cannot be seen to the common eye and students require a way to explore to learn all elements alongside real objects in a virtual manner. Moreover, it increases students motivation and helps acquire investigative skills. The tools helps develop content that can be used to explain concepts in a 3D dimensional way to allow viewers to learn more about the content.

Prodromou. T. (2020). Augmented reality in educational settingsLinks to an external site. (Prodromou, Ed.). Brill.

Description of the environment

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This tool can be used for various environments but more effective in K-12 education. Students take various field trips to reinforce the learning in the classroom and to apply critical thinking skills. This tool can help teachers create content to explain lessons on material and/or provide more virtual in-depth descriptions of the functionality of things such photosynthesis. It creates immersive hybrid learning environments that combine the physical and digital and increases the development of critical thinking, problem solving and more. (Prodromou, 2020)

Evaluation of the tool

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Meta evaluates the tool by monitoring the progress of posts made using the technology. It will report how many likes, comments, shares, and the overall impressions of the posts to determine which aspect of the tool is more effective. It can report demographics of the age and gender of the viewers.

Potential results

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Potential results include viewers liked the type of AR that was used in the content because it was very informative and creative. Viewers watched the AR as oppose to actually visiting the location because it gave a clear and concise explanation of the location and how to utilize. Viewers prefer AR over regular video content.

Summary of Chapter 11

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Chapter 11 discusses MOOCs development and pros and cons to the usage for students. MOOCs (massive open online courses) were designed to support education for all populations that wanted to enhance learning. Online programs are growing vastly and they incorporate the connectivist theory to meet the needs of various learners. "MOOCs are designed and used by people at particular historical moments, in specific

university and disciplinary contexts, and they can take different forms and be

used to support different pedagogical models." (Stocchetti, 2020, p. 227) MOOCs were designed to revolutionize higher education to allow students to study wherever and whenever. The chapter discusses the potential negative claims towards MOOCs such as the economic and political terms. The use is beneficial however, it is costly to develop. Moreover, the political claim believes MOOCs were created for a marketing ploy for elite universities. (Stocchetti, 2020) Building is a process in which individuals develop a capacity for engaging with others and interacting with cultural objects (Stocchetti, 2020) Bildung is a pedagogical concern for the use of MOOCs.

Areas of agreement with the author

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I agree with the development of MOOCs and how they support higher education. I obtained my Master's degree using a MOOC platform and it was very beneficial. It allowed me to complete work anywhere and anytime because I was working full time during and my schedule made it difficult to participate in a traditional classroom. I agree that MOOCs does not train intellectual virtues such as open mindedness and intellectual courage and cannot offer training skills. MOOCs make working individuals obtaining an education easier and more functional.

Areas of disagreement with the author and rationale

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I disagree with the pedagogical concerns regarding MOOCs. I disagree with the development purpose being for a marketing ploy for elite universities. There are several individuals working and want to pursue an education to potentially increase their annual incomes. MOOCs help individuals improve their education and finances to support their families. The use of technology is constantly growing.

Questions you have of the author after reading their work and viewpoint

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Would you recommend MOOCs to be adapted in all setting besides education (i.e. work, organizations) for training purposes?

Can MOOCs be designed to support training?

Do you consider MOOCs to be effective for the purpose it was designed for?

Do you believe more research is needed to enhance the use of MOOCs?

References

Stocchetti, M. (Ed.). (2020). Front Matter. In The Digital Age and Its Discontents: Critical Reflections in EducationLinks to an external site. (pp. i–ii). Helsinki University Press. https://doi.org/10.2307/j.ctv16c9hdw.1

Technology Memes

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According to Marylee (2021) "memes tend to have memorable aspects as they are often references in conversations to convey ideas or feelings." (p.3) In society today technology has become a crutch for children. Instead of playing outside or reading a book, kids prefer to utilize technology. A child seeing a blackboard will be confused because they would not fully understand the use. It's for more than drawing. I chose this because kids are forgetting how to complete things organically and prefer using a short cut. As we continue to move forward with technology it is severely damaging the future generation because it will create a sense of dependency. If technology were disabled how will the future adapt? You should be able to complete a task organically just in case if the shortcut is unavailable.

References

Marymee, K. (2021). Using memes as educational vectors: Analyzing understanding amongst college students in introductory organic chemistryLinks to an external site.. UC Riverside: University Honors. https://escholarship.org/uc/item/5vp9z5ds

VFT Curriculum

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Summary of chapters and topic selected

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Accessible inclusive learning is relatable to my current research of autism education. ASD students require more support in the classroom in areas of academics, behaviors, and social communication. In the foundation it discusses the current theories and principles that are in place to support teachers, students, and parents in education. The current foundation utilizes technology in education to assist in learning under the belief that learning is accessible for everyone. OER (open educational resources) are tools that students can access to gain information. The foundations goal is to find a way to make learning accessible to all. However, a challenge are the variance in learning can create barriers.

The future seeks to utilize the current technological components to enhance learning for all populations. OERs were designed to provide endless resources for students to access in learning. We have to understand the goals in learning and the different meanings in accessibility. "The experiences of network members, prior research, highlight a developing persons' capacity for self-advocacy plays a pivotal role in successful transition, because there is often no single consistent entity supporting them across the transition." (Ferguson et al., 2019, p. 78)

Areas of agreement with the author

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I agree that learning needs to be more accessible for all learners. Different countries approach education differently because of government and institutional responsibilities or common models pf practice. (Ferguson et al., 2019) In other countries seeking resources to support education is considered a joke because their values are not focused on education. I agree with enhancing the current technological components to improve accessibility. Supporting the development of self-advocacy can improve an individuals skills and capacity to communicate their needs and increase confidence to make an adjustment.

Areas of disagreement with the author and rationale

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I disagree that using surveys and questionnaires to evaluate the effectiveness does not provide enough evidence to support a need. These qualitative approaches can create trust and openness from teachers, students and parents because more effective tools can adjusted. How can you understand what is working versus what is not? However, are the current tools supportive of special education such as ASD. Creating a series of "cards" can represent important events for the student and their emotions are just a piece of the change associated with OER. I disagree with the approach to learning how to advance learning in the future. It does not have to come from just universities, but high schools, middle and elementary because they represent education. Using assessments and screenings with both parents and teachers can help identify what is needed.

Questions you have of the author after reading their work and viewpoint

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What makes you believe the only population to consider is college students?

Can resources be made accessible for elementary, middle, and high school?

Using current tech and implementing newer tech can be effective in supporting education for all populations. Current theories and frameworks have knowledge of the various resources that can be applied in all social contexts and environments.

References

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Ferguson, R., Jones, A., & Scanlon, E. (Eds.). (2019). Educational visions: The lessons from 40 years of innovationLinks to an external site.. Ubiquity Press. http://www.jstor.org/stable/j.ctv11cvx2s