Sunday, 24 February 2013

Questions and Answers: Determining What Our Students Really Need | Edutopia

When using the ADDIE process in instructional design, it is crucial for one to identify a problem (needs assessment) before making an attempt to offer a solution. As Professor Deasultels from the School of Education -- Marian University states,   we must ensure we conduct a proper needs assessment before attempting to help the learners in our classrooms.

How do you conduct your needs assessments when you have a  new intake and how efficient is the method you have used so far?

Questions and Answers: Determining What Our Students Really Need | Edutopia

Ideas for Digital Citizenship PBL Projects | Edutopia

The value of Digital Citizenship (DC) is felt throughout, and educators ought to ensure proper DC is part of what is taught / learned in a classroom. In Ideas for Digital Citizenship PBL Projects | Edutopia we hear about ways to ensure Project Based Learning (PBL) incorporate DC teachings in addition to industry standards.

As stated by Andrew Miller, Edutopia's Educational Consultant and Online Educator, "in our increasingly connected world, what it means to be a citizen is contextualized by more than just our countries and communities."

What are your thoughts about Miller's article?