Category: edci337-feedback

Sarah Bjelde’s Blog

After reading your blog, I loved how detailed and thorough you were when reflecting on multimedia learning you have participated in/would like to learn more about. I also really like how you add definitions of some of the key terms from topic one. Something I am wondering after reading your post is how might we utilize new technology without overwhelming students. I know I am often overwhelmed by using new websites or apps that I am not familiar with, but without spending time discovering new resources, how can we determine better resources to support their learning? Furthermore, you discussed the idea of collaborative learning through brainstorming which I completely agree with! This concept tied in perfectly to the concepts in Topic 2. In the YouTube video “A brief history of Learning Theories” by Ariane Dumont, she touches on a relatively new term known as “Socio-Constructivism” which suggests one of the best forms of learning is first independent thought, then discussion with others (Dumont, 2017). Often times, I feel that students have such great ideas and can be inspired by their peers through conversation. In this new era of education, it is our job as educators to foster creativity and encourage students to think outside the box and create the impossible!

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– Ms. G 🙂

Polimi OpenKnowledge. (2017, September 13). A brief history of Learning Theories (Ariane Dumont) [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=164&v=fgnd4rj2pT8&feature=emb_logo

Lauren McLean’s Blog

After reading your post, I am so glad you compared both traditional approaches to learning such as the lecture style we learned about within topic 2, as well as multimedia learning styles. I thought it was an excellent idea to discuss “Crash Course” as that is an excellent example of multimedia digital learning. I have personally used “Crash Course” numerous times over the years as the videos are short, engaging, and very effective in explaining a variety of topics. This connects to today’s video about Edward Thorndike’s laws of learning, in particular, intensity. Students need to feel a sense of urgency and excitement about the topic they are learning, and “Crash Course” provides a mix of fun animations to assist the information. Another excellent resource your blog reminded me of was the YouTube channel “ASAPscience“. They post a variety of videos based on scientific principles and answer some interesting questions from the perspective of science. Similarly to “Crash Course”, they accompany audio to a series of animated stop motion images. If you watch the video below, they discuss the science of racism, a critical topic as we see the Black Lives Movement sparking change in America today!

– Ms. G 🙂

Spencer, J. [John Spencer]. (2017, December 3). What is Flow Theory? What does this mean for our students? [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUsOCR1KKms&feature=emb_logo

Alexa McLean’s Blog

First off, I would like to comment on the overall appearance of your blog post. The use of images and headings acted as a “hook” that engaged my interest while reading your comments. After reading your blog, I am inspired to reflect on my own experiences in the classroom, especially in regard to multimedia learning prior to using digital devices. I loved your connection to Mayer’s “Talk-and-Chalk” theory and how picture books were an essential part of developing your learning. I think reading storybooks correlates perfectly to the concepts written in the reading “Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning” by Stephen Sorden. The author discussed how CTML is supported by “a model that includes three memory stores known as sensory memory, working memory, and long-term memory” (Sorden, 2012). Stories go through all three memories stores as students first learn the new information (sensory), process it and connect it (working), then remember the story for future use (long-term). Teachers often rely on stories as a way to engage students in a lesson as stories often teach some sort of moral or lesson. It is so important to use books so students can relate and reflect on their own experiences which inevitably improves their ability to learn. 

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– Ms. G 🙂

Sorden, S. D. (2012). The cognitive theory of multimedia learning. Handbook of educational theories, 1, 3.