“To use or not to use” is the question that has come up about software usage in the classroom (in-person and online). With such an abrupt shift to more online learning from the previous pandemic, the need to use various applications, integrations, and software in the classroom has been on the rise. To add more … Continue reading Software in the Classroom and Its Approval for Use
Digital Storytelling: A New Way to Engage
Within a school setting, students are considered the learners, and instructors are the teachers, but that dynamic can limit the potential for students to take on a teaching role and for instructors to take on a learning role. Of course, the student may not be able to teach the foundational knowledge of the course to … Continue reading Digital Storytelling: A New Way to Engage
Fink’s Taxonomy: The “Human” Learning Model
When thinking of student learning outcomes, Bloom’s Taxonomy is the widely used framework, that faculty use to help write them. While it is the standard, there is another type of taxonomy that faculty could also use to further customize the student learning experience. This model is called Fink’s Taxonomy of Significant Learning. Fink’s Taxonomy of … Continue reading Fink’s Taxonomy: The “Human” Learning Model
The Metaverse and the Virtual Campus for Online Learning
With its promise of immersive experiences, the Metaverse is changing the face of online education. H5P is a software application that can aid in the creation of interactive content, offering a diverse array of content types designed to meet various educational needs. Online technologies are now an essential component of the learning environment, resulting in … Continue reading The Metaverse and the Virtual Campus for Online Learning
How Educational Technology Can Improve the Exam Experience
Exams are becoming more accessible, safe, and entertaining through educational technology, which is changing education. Institutions are improving the exam experience by providing a variety of modalities, utilizing Learning Management Systems (LMS), and employing interactive questions and ethical AI content. The way we approach education and exams has changed dramatically in the last several years. … Continue reading How Educational Technology Can Improve the Exam Experience