DESIGNING FOR BLENDED AND
Wahooooo…….this course has truly been a transformative journey for me. It’s changed how I view teaching in digital spaces, not just as a means of content delivery but as a rich, student-centered experience that empowers learning beyond physical classrooms. I had quite a lot of takeaways, as some have been mentioned in my video.
In addition, another vital thing that stuck with me, especially during our first course interaction, was this post about a student who needed the help of the lecturer taking them in an online course, only for him to search for the lecturer’s name and find the obituary. That case study really brought up the question of instructors’ presence in an online class. Just as teachers create presence in a physical class, it is also important that the same strong presence is created in an online class. This must be done intentionally and through several ways like regular communication, personalized messages, video check-ins, timely feedback, and visible activity within the course shell.
The classroom discussions, particularly from colleagues in K-12 settings, really gave me a better idea of what teaching in Canadian schools looks like.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful and in-depth reflection! It’s clear that EC&I 834 was not just a course for you, but a truly transformative learning experience.
I really appreciated how you unpacked the different modalities of online learning, your explanation of high-flex and blended learning especially resonated with me, as flexibility and accessibility are becoming more important than ever in education. Your insights into the ADDIE model were also spot on. I agree that having that structured roadmap can make the design process much more intentional and focused on learner needs.
I also loved how you emphasized the importance of the LMS not just as a tool for delivery, but as a space to foster engagement, collaboration, and inclusion. Your honesty about exploring different platforms, and how that pushed you to think more deeply about interactivity, was refreshing and relatable.
Your commitment to equity and accessibility really stood out. It’s so important that we, as educators, continue to design with all learners in mind—regardless of background, ability, or access. Your reflection shows that you’re already making huge strides in this area, and it’s incredibly inspiring.
I hope you continue exploring, experimenting, and sharing your journey. I have no doubt you’ll continue to make a meaningful impact on your learners and colleagues. Wishing you all the best as you take these learnings forward—I’m excited to see where they take you!
Ayodele, your reflection was such a powerful wrap-up to the course. I really appreciated how you wove together your learning with a sense of purpose and authenticity. Your emphasis on accessibility and learner-centered design truly stood out—it’s clear that these values shaped every decision in your course prototype. I also liked your honesty about the challenges and how you approached them with curiosity rather than fear.
One question I’d love to ask: What’s one specific strategy or idea from EC&I 834 that you think will shape all of your teaching going forward, not just online or blended courses?
Thanks for sharing your journey—it was inspiring to read!
What a extraordinary reflection—your growth throughout this course truly shines. I love your commitment to redefining digital teaching as a student-centered experience, rather than just content delivery. Your strategies for fostering connection—like video check-ins and timely feedback—show your commitment to meaningful online learning. It’s also great to hear that the classroom discussions enriched your understanding of the Canadian K–12 context, adding even more depth to your learning journey. Hope you continue to make the change in the upcoming years and wishing you teh very best!!
Your reflection is bursting with energy, insight and deep personal growth. It is such a joy to read and watch!
I love how you highlighted the shift in mindset from content delivery to student-centered design.
Thank you for sharing your voice and learning, Ayodele. You have embodied what it means to grow with purpose in this digital teaching world!