Course
Reflection
What did you find surprising or striking
as you furthered your knowledge about how people learn?
One thing that surprised me as I furthered my
knowledge on the way that people learn was how impactful learning strategies
was on one’s ability to learn. I would always classify myself as a visual
learner and I believed that the use of visual aids were tools that helped me
learn best. After learning about learning strategies, I have redefined my
knowledge retrieval process. I have found the use of many strategies such as
elaboration, cues, mnemonics, and more to be highly useful when learning new
information. Although I still prefer to utilize a host of many visual aids, I
would not solely say that I am a visual learner because there are many other
learning techniques that have been effective.
How has this course deepened your
understanding of your personal learning process?
This course has helped me to really analyze and
evaluate the way that I best retrieve and retain information. Here is a summary
of the information that stood out to me in each week:
Week 1: In week 1, the
focus was on understanding the learning process and differentiating between a
conventional and unconventional learner. I was able to analyze what kind of
learner I was and understand the importance of learning theories from an
instructional design perspective.
Week 2: In week 2, the
focus was on information processing and ways in which individuals can best
remember information. Getting enough sleep, maintaining a healthy diet and
daily meditation were a few factors that led to an increase in brain retrieval.
This was something that stood out to me as I analyzed ways in which information
could be stored into my long-term memory.
Week 3: In week 3, the
focus was on the cognitivism and behaviorism theory. One thing that I took away
from this week’s learning was the importance of creating interactive
experiences in learning. Interactive experiences may allow an individual to successfully
retrieve and remember information taught. Gamification was one of the examples
given that can provide students with an interactive learning experience.
Week 4: In week 4, the
focus was on the constructivism and social learning theory. I learned the
importance of creating a social environment in an online classroom (in which I
believe is possible to some extent).
Week 5: In week 5, the
focus was on adult learning and connectivism theory. This was one of my
favorite theories to learn about as I was able to relate and connect what I
learned to certain aspects of my life. One thing that stood out to me in
relation to how adults view education was the notion that adults pursue
education with a purpose.
Week 6:
In week 6, the focus was on learning styles and strategies. This week helped me
to understand how much of a visual learner I thought I was. I came to
understand other factors that aids in my ability to learn new information.
Week 7: In week 7, the
focus was on integrating technology into instruction. I enjoyed providing my
insight on the growing use of STEM education and how useful it has become
today.
Week 8: In week 8, the
focus was on motivational factors in an online classroom. I enjoyed thinking
about ways (from a learner perspective) in which I can stay motivated during an
online course and ways (from a designer’s perspective) in which I can motivate
others.
What have you learned regarding the
connection between learning theories, learning styles, educational technology,
and motivation?
Regarding the connection between learning theories,
styles, educational technology, and motivation, I have learned that learning
theories is the basis for how knowledge is received and processed during learning
while learning styles refer to the mode of instruction that learners find most
effective. Educational technology refers to technology used to facilitate
learning while motivation (as described in this course) refers to the internal
drive that an individual has when it comes to their academic success. The way
that knowledge is generated and enhanced depends upon these four factors.
How will your learning in this course help
you as you further your career in the field of instructional design?
My learning in this course will help me to develop
effective learning material and programs that will be accommodating and
engaging to all learners. Because the dynamic of education has changed during
this year alone, I think it is very important to keep learners motivated in
which this week’s learning has explained. When a student is motivated, they
will likely be involved in a course. As an instructional designer, this is
something to keep in mind when designing instructional products.
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