Instructional Technology&

Instructional DesignFaculty Center for Learning Development

University of Hartford

Lorelle Wilson

lpwilson@hartford.edu

http://uhaweb.hartford.edu/fcld

"I don't see how this can possibly help me as a

teacher. It will only be a distraction from student’s

learning."

Instructional Design Process

1. Define instructional goals and objectives, Who is my learner?

2. Choose active instructional methods

3. Choose activities and technologies which support teaching methods

4. Assess learning

5. Revise and fine tune for next time

2. Define Educational Objectives Cognitive

Knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis, evaluation

AffectiveInterests, attitudes, values, etc.

PsychomotorMovement, physical,

kinesthetic, etc.

Active LearningClick to begin Quiz

Which are examples of Active Learning methods?

Group Projects

Lectures

Reading

Active Instructional Methods

Less presentation, more engagement of learners

Collaborative learning Student-focused learning

The Changing Paradigm Brain and learning are not static Too much knowledge for any one

person to be ‘the’ expert… No single right answer…

Global perspective = Multiple perspectives/approaches

Complicated world = need for groups of problem solvers not solo memorizers

3. Choose Appropriate Technology

Choice of technology should follow instructional goals & objectives

Choice should be part of overall instructional design process

Be practical Ask for help

Faculty development and support Media centers Colleagues

Technology and Active Learning

Communication Tools Simulations Games Collaborations Worldwide resources

Like what?

Games Blackboard Course Management References – Medicine Textbook Learning Objects from MERLOT

Ex. The Auscultation Assistant Christopher Cable, MD

Electronic Whiteboards, Tablet PCs Listservs Nursecom Web Resources

Reasons to Use Teaching Technology

It can help promote active learning Global communication tools Less presentation in classroom =

more time for discussion Prepares students for 21st Century Can promote efficiency

Developing instructional materials Delivering instruction

Best Practices

Be practical about investment of your time and energy

Practice using technology before you get to the classroom

Schedule equipment ahead of time Be casual; have a backup plan

Investigate Support Resources

Training Centers Classroom Technology support General computing services and

support Online learning

4. Assess & Revise Formative Assessment

Pilots, learners trying out instruction Field studies & observation

Summative AssessmentDid they learn? What didn’t go so well? What should be revised for next time?

Embedded, innovative assessments

Teaching a dynamic process!

Know the Legal Issues

FERPA Online communications Grades Access to other student’s info.

Copyright Fair Use Teach Act

http://www.utsystem.edu/ogc/intellectualproperty/cprtindx.htm

Summary of Process

• Who is my learner?• What do I want them to know?• How will they get there?• How will I know when they get there

New technologies are a constant!

“The Book” UTube Television

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