Assessed Activity 2.2 (2016) Technologies & Assessed Activity 2.3 (2016) Challenges

Assessed Activity 2.2 (2016) Technologies

An example of one of the most memorable technologies integrated into learning:
Adobe Connect:
This is a great tool, if utilized appropriately, to not only conveniently suit the needs of teachers and students alike, but also various other sector and industries around the globe. The lectures are more memorable and I like the availability to be able to simply watch the downloaded clip again, if required. This form of technology also save people time and money (petrol and transport costs lowered/ having breakfast, lunch etc from home is typically more cost-effective etc*). 

An example where technology was a barrier to my learning was when I would be trying to learn from home via media, such as Adobe Connect, and the audio would unexpectedly be unavailable; missing key information at times. 

Assessed Activity 2.3 (2016) Challenges

The following is a bullet point list describing what I consider to be some of the biggest challenges for ubiquitous and individualized Digital Learning Technology.

* Mobile learning (not everyone has access to the technology or resources to upgrade appropriately etc*).

* Tablet Learning
(not everyone has access to the technology or resources to upgrade appropriately etc*).

* Satellite Learning (extramural or long distance learning*) potentially, sometimes resources and staff/ others will not be available to support and provide guidance, when needed.

* Curriculum Sometimes there will be variations of learning's and experiences, based upon physical and other circumstances (thus potentially resulting in a slight variance in the consistencies of skills, knowledge, & experiences gained*). 

Assessed Activity 2.1 (2016) Pedagogies

                                                      Assessed Activity 2.1 (2016) Pedagogies

Four pedagogical approaches: 

Describe one example from your past, and describe its effectiveness (either positive or negative) 

Case-based learning:
Case based learning uses virtual 'trigger' cases to stimulate interest in a particular area of the curriculum. Working in small groups over a two week period, a case is used to think about the knowledge and skills needed and why these might be useful.  
* I recently completed a part-time 3 week Behavior Management Course; as a part of staff Training & Development, for the organization I have been working with for the past 3 years. Previous cases of reports were used to provide an example of a situation or circumstances, staff and others may find themselves within. It was useful because we had an opportunity to compare the case study to our own experiences and consider other things we may need to rather be aware of, research or gain knowledge and experiences; in order to pre-emptively be more prepare for these possible circumstances.

Inquiry-based learning:
Inquiry-based learning (also enquiry-based learning in British English) starts by posing questions, problems or scenarios—rather than simply presenting established facts or portraying a smooth path to knowledge. The process is often assisted by a facilitator. Inquirers will identify and research issues and questions to develop their knowledge or solutions. Inquiry-based learning includes problem-based learning, and is generally used in small scale investigations and projects, as well as research. The inquiry-based instruction is principally very closely related to the thinking and its development.
* Impromptu Scenario role playing was practices during the Behavior Management courses; providing positive and other feedback to consider doing things differently, should a similar situation or scenario arise.  

Project-based learning:
Project-based learning is a dynamic classroom approach in which students actively explore real-world problems and challenges and acquire a deeper knowledge.
* Another decent example for this subject matter, was conducting real-world research to compliment learning's; in order to develop recommendations within a report, where the groups were given the situation of imagining being the outsourced consultants: contracted in to re-assess the current systems of a particular business and offer recommendations and suggestions of improvement, within the final report.

Resource based learning :
Resource-based learning actively involves students, teachers and teacher-librarians in the effective use of a wide range of print, non print and human resources. Resource-based learning fosters the development of individual students by accommodating their varied interests, experiences, learning styles, needs and ability levels. Students who use a wide range of resources in various mediums for learning have the opportunity to approach a theme, issue or topic of study in ways which allow for a range of learning styles and access to the theme or topic via cognitive or effective appeals. 
* There have been many interesting experiences received over the years, with regards to Resource base learning approaches. Most of us know or have experienced; with the right or optimal resources and complimenting factors around individuals or groups, more can be achieved, learned or experiences, as it is a form of utopia-like environment, which enhances the outcomes. The opposite can be said for having an individual or groups resources not 
are not the preferred or optimal to the individual or groups.

Describe how eLearning would be integrated (e.g. resource based - using PowerPoints) 

The following is an example:
Project-based learning:
* The real-world challenge is to create a video game for any tablet &/or mobile platform,within a 3-5 month period. 
Game-based learning:
* Assign a task to a group or an individual to select one of (lets say) three game genres.  
Inquiry-based learning:
* Advise the group or individual the scenario/ problem is they only have a limited budget to create the game within the set time-frame.
Resource based learning:
* Advise the group or individual they may acquire the completion of the game by any means or resourcefulness they deem appropriate (within a reasonable and sensible manner*).


An Example where Technology was a Barrier:

My example is a lack of technology. Over the years, I have found I can get tasks completed faster, with the right technology; resulting in a better quality outcome and overall better quality of life (less inhibitors to health, well-being and life's balances, leads to an overall better life etc*). For instance, before having a laptop, it would take the likes of myself 2-4 times longer to read documents/ slides and produce assignments and other things required. Technology rocks, if it can compliment the flow of your life....

Assessed Activity 1.2 (2016) Learning styles

Assessed Activity 1.2 (2016) Learning styles


what the acronym VAKOG stands for?   

The Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, Olfactory and Gustatory (human sensory systems)

Retrieved from http://acronyms.thefreedictionary.com/VAKOG


what does the acronym NLP stand for?

Wikipedia defines "NPL" (or neuro-linguistic programming*) as the representational systems (also known as sensory modalities and abbreviated to VAKOG or known as the 4-tuple) is a postulated model from neuro-linguistic programming regarding how the human mind supposedly processes and stores information. The central idea of this model is that experience is represented in the mind in sensorial terms, i.e. in terms of the putative five senses. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Representational_systems_%28NLP%29


how are NLP and VAKOG related?  

 Many years ago ( friday, October the 14th of 2011*) Kevin R Smith posted a family-tree-like version of how NLP & VAKOG were related:

NLP begat VAKOG, VAKOG begat VAK, VAK begat VARK

Retrieved from:

http://learningstylesevidence.bligspot.co.nz/2001/10/nnlp-begat-vakog-vakog-begat-vak-vak.html

Summary:

The learning style debate 

One decent definition of the learning style debate was sourced from Melissa Venable; who stated "Learning styles have been defined as "the concept that individuals differ in regard to what mode of instruction or study is most effective for them." Similar terms used to describe learning techniques include: learning preference, learning strategy, cognitive strategy, and cognitive style." Retrieved from http://www.onlinecollege.org/2011/06/28/the-learning-styles-debate/

However I did find a another perspective, stating "
Despite widespread acceptance and application of Learning Styles, there is nevertheless still some debate about the validity of the concept.  Proponents of Learning Styles maintain that adapting classroom teaching methods to suit students’ preferred style of learning improves the educative process.  However, opponents of Learning Styles theories maintain that there is little empirical evidence to support this proposition." Retrieved from http://www.brainboxx.co.uk/a2_learnstyles/pages/LStyles_debate.htm