Reflection on Feedback and Accessibility in My Course
This week, I received helpful feedback from my classmates. I carefully read all the comments and suggestions about my module and prototypes. This blog will explain how I plan to use this feedback to improve my work and reflect on accessibility and equity using insights from our class discussion and the assigned readings.
How I Will Use the Feedback
I received helpful suggestions from both reviewers on how to improve my module. Among the main points they brought up were:
- Clarifying my directions so that students know what to do.
- Improving the layout and design to make it more user-friendly.
I will focus on these topics in my second module. To avoid confusion for students, I will make sure that my instructions are straightforward and understandable. In addition to reading and watching, I will include other activities that children can participate in. Finally, in order to make the content easier to navigate, I will better organize it.
Revising My Prototypes
Both reviewers also suggested changes to my existing prototypes. They said I should:
Improve the flow of my lessons so they connect better.
Check if all links and media work properly.
I will use different types of content (videos, text, and interactive tools) to support different learning styles.
I will go through my prototypes carefully and make the changes that they suggested to me. This will help my course be more effective and interesting for students.
Accessibility and Equity in My Course
https://pressbooks.bccampus.ca/teachinginadigitalagev2/chapter/9-2-the-sections-model/
In class, we talked about how important accessibility and equity are in education. To understand this better, I also read Teaching in a Digital Age (Bates, 2019). It helped me think about ways to improve my course so that all students can learn comfortably. Here are some key ideas that I found useful:
Different media promote learning in different ways. According to Bates, text, images, audio, and video all help to learn in different ways. The majority of my course right now is text-based, but not every student learns best in that manner. I will add videos and images with descriptions to make it more approachable so that learners can participate in many ways.
https://pressbooks.bccampus.ca/teachinginadigitalagev2/part/9-pedagogical-differences-between-media/
Using the SECTIONS Model for Course Design-Bates suggests a framework called the SECTIONS Model, which helps in choosing the right technology for online learning. Considering this, I will make the following adjustments:
Make it easy for students to find their way around so they do not get lost.
Use interactive activities like quizzes and discussions to keep students interested.
Give students a variety of content formats (text, audio, and video) so they can choose what works best for them.
Ensuring technological access and equity:
Not all students have access to fast internet or expensive devices. Bates emphasizes that online courses ought to be accessible and usable on mobile devices. To make my course more accessible, I will test it on mobile devices and ensure that it doesn’t require high-speed internet.
Final thoughts
I appreciate the feedback I received, and I will use it to improve my course. I will focus on making my content understandable, engaging, and accessible to all students. Teaching in a Digital Age also taught me that accessibility involves not only providing information but also how it is presented. I want to make learning more inclusive by implementing these ideas into practice.
I appreciate everyone who looked over my work.
It’s fantastic to see how thoughtfully you’re reflecting on the feedback you received! It’s clear you’re really committed to improving the experience for your students, and your plans to clarify directions, improve layout, and incorporate a variety of media are all steps in the right direction. I love that you’re considering the diverse learning styles of your students and aiming to make the content more engaging through interactive tools. Also, your attention to accessibility and equity is so important. It’s great that you’re applying the SECTIONS model to ensure your course is both effective and inclusive, especially by considering the challenges students may face with technology access.
I’m excited to see how your revisions come together, and I’m sure they’ll make a big difference for your students!
Hey Gagan! I really enjoyed reading your reflection on the feedback and accessibility of your course. In my point of view, it is great that you have improved your module based on the suggestions you have received. I like that you are planning to include different types of content to help all learners engage in your course. The way you show your focus on accessibility and equity was very mindful and I can not wait to see the improvements in your course!
Hey Gagan,
Your reflective work shows you have given dedication to improve course content according to feedback guidelines as well as accessibility practices. You focus on delivering easy-to-follow instructions with friendly designs and interactive elements to improve student engagement which is excellent. The usage of various media types in your approach matches Bates’ recommendations which enables learning accommodation for different preference types. For mobile accessibility serve as a sophisticated measure to establish equal opportunities. Your current method will boost student success because it will create an inclusive learning environment effective for all learners.
Hey
This blog post effectively reflects on the feedback received and outlines a thoughtful plan for improvement. The writer emphasizes key areas such as clarity in instructions, better layout design, and ensuring all links and media work properly. The focus on accessibility and equity, especially through diverse media formats and mobile-friendly design, shows a strong commitment to inclusive education. The post demonstrates a clear intention to enhance both the user experience and learning outcomes for all students.
Regards
Gagandeep, I really appreciated the way you thoughtfully reflected on your peer feedback and used it to meaningfully improve your course. Your focus on accessibility is so important, and I loved how you included specific strategies—like simplifying navigation and offering multiple formats for content. I found myself doing the same in my own Workplace 20 prototype after realizing how much clarity and flexibility matter, especially for asynchronous learners.
One question I’d love to hear more about: How do you plan to continue checking in with students to ensure accessibility remains strong throughout the course?
Great work—your intentionality really shines through!
Hi Gagandeep!! I totally agree with your beautifully presentated feedback with teh necessary changes taht you forsee to make in it so as to improve your course. I visualize how your multimodal approach with the Sections model will create an inclusive learning environment for your students. These changes—like clarifying directions, improving layout, diversifying content types, and ensuring mobile compatibility—will not only enhance the learner experience but also promote equity across varied student needs. ell done on being so learner-centered in your approach!