https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8 Fostering a Classroom Community en-us 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC 2019-03-31 01:06:07 UTC hello@padlet.com npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838458 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838458 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838459 I would find this strategy of assessing students to be exciting and definitely something I would want to try and tweak as needed based on my students and their suggestions. This strategy gives college students the freedom to choose what they want and show what options they have. Students can then demonstrate what they know in the way they feel they can succeed. Observing their choices and final product would also give insight to their strengths and weaknesses. Each student's output would need to be equally rigorous and meet the same requirements; however, they would also have ownership over how they will be assessed. I would also request feedback from my students where they would have the opportunity to share what they think/feel can be improved upon. ]]> 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838459 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838460 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838460 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838461 This video explains how to not give a boring classroom lecture/lesson/presentation ever again. It stresses the importance of variety (an idea I would use) in keeping students not only awake, but engaged. Variety means educators also have the freedom to "design" their lessons in creative ways. For example, an instructor can begin the class with a presentation of the material by using tools such as PowerPoint only as a visual aid and not the main dish. Group discussions and activities may follow the presentation. A video may be inserted somewhere and lastly, a Q&A. This is just one example. This video suggest that lectures such be more like storytelling with the use of a "harmonious blend of images, narration, evidence, and support. I would also get out and connect with my students. Gone should be the days of boring lectures we've all suffered through as students!]]> 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838461 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838462 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838462 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838463 I would use the Frayer model shown here because it appears to be an effective way to engage students. When one is first learning a topic/subject, it can be difficult to express and organize abstract concepts in concrete terms. A graphic organizer, such as the Frayer model, is one way to help students make that transition. Graphic organizers are usually divided into sections that can help students organize their thoughts and demonstrate their understanding of the subject material. It can also reconcile the difference between the instructor's mental model and the mental models of the students. Students can also improve their writing, problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills through its use to clarify a topic. Group work also cultivates the classroom community.]]> 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838463 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838464 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838464 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838465 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838465 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838466 I found this video to be eye-opening because as a student, I do limit myself in my own learning by believing that I can only learn through certain avenues that "cater" to my unique learning style. I, like many other students, am unknowingly putting myself in a box. As an aspiring educator, the last thing I want to do is limit my students. The belief in learning styles is so widespread and few people ever challenge our educational system regarding this deeply ingrained belief. Teachers are expected to identify and cater to individual students' learning styles. An estimated 90% of students believe that they have a specific learning style. However, research suggests that learning styles is not the end all and be all! We all may have own PREFERENCES in how we choose to learn, but this is not the same as only being able to learn in one way. The most effective lessons actually engages the students' in multiple ways while utilizing multiple senses. As an educator, I would always explore different ways to present the material. For example, utilizing technology to "flesh" out and enrich  (but not overwhelm) the senses is one way of enriching learning. It's best to not limit your students. Adjust lesson plans with them in mind.]]> 2019-03-31 01:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838466 npkho360 https://padlet.com/npkho360/97gxy5fyuin8/wish/346838467 I believe class discussions (both online and in-class) to be very effective in engaging college students. Discussions gives students the opportunity to not only learn the material, but also share how it can be relevant to them. Since college students today come in all ages, can be self-motivated, and may bring a reservoir of diverse experiences; discussion activities would give them more freedom and  ownership over their own learning.
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