Creating a Course Prototype
When I first started this class, I used technology in an unthoughtful way—we used it because it was fun. Now I see technology as an extension of my pedagogical beliefs. Technology, when used thoughtfully, can help with differentiation, allow for student autonomy, and create opportunities for accessible, equitable learning spaces. This does not mean that technology shouldn’t be fun and engaging, rather that’s just part of the technological experience in the classroom.
I enjoyed learning about different forms of technology that I never used before, such as Lumi or Genially.
I also appreciated the real-world application of this assignment. When creating this assignment, I was creating it for real students in a real classroom. I was not just creating an assignment for an instructor to grade. Working through the ADDIE template when creating this course helped me to focus on what really matters—the students and their learning needs.
Peer Feedback
I enjoyed checking out my classmates’ course prototypes this week and seeing different LMS in action. The feedback I received on my course prototype was positive. My classmates appreciated the organization of my lessons and the incorporation of choice in many of my lessons.
Course Prototype Walkthrough
Check out my course prototype walkthrough video below. Some of the lessons are still works in progress, but most of the unit’s lessons are complete. I am excited to try it out with my grade fives in the upcoming school year!