A van Barneveld
In this module, you will enhance your blueprint with communication and interaction structures.
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Key Takeaways for this week Create course structures that provide a consistent look and feel, which my learners ‘feel’ is easy to use. Create a course structure that allows for effective communication and interaction. |
This module has 4 parts:
Introduction
Identifying the ‘location’ of this module within the course level learning will spark the introduction of module theories being considered (community of inquiry and types of interaction). These frameworks will be introduced in relation to defining communication strategies and approaches to interaction, all with the intent to create and foster community in tech-enabled courses. Participants will engage in interactive reinforcement activities (H5P).
Expansion
A worked example is provided to show a blank versus a roughed in blueprint template for a post-secondary course. The concept of ‘flow’ is presented for consideration.
Refinement/Application
Faculty member personas (2) are introduced to participants to consider ‘in practice’ perspectives on this like ‘interaction with and through technology’, to connect with others and learn. Participants will apply to-date learning to the draft started in Module 1.
Reflective Practice
Two more reflective questions are posted for your consideration.
Introduction
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In this module, we look at course structures that you can create to bring your design to life through communication and interaction! We’ll explore the what, when, and why of each of these within critical course structures.
Before we get to that, let’s talk about the importance of community, especially from the learner’s perspective.
Community is no longer a place-based concept or constrained by location. The establishment of community within your digital spaces is an intentional process to ensure that learners feel seen, heard, and included. Creating a learning community within your course, according to Palloff and Pratt (2007), allows for “mutual exploration of ideas, a safe place to reflect on and develop new ideas, and a collaborative, supportive approach to academic work” (p. 26). Having a sense of community contributes positively to perceived learning, satisfaction with the course and the instructor, actual learning, and sense of belonging.
I know what you’re thinking, and you’re not alone. How can communications and interactions be used to create a sense of community in digital spaces? Let’s get to it!
Theoretical Perspectives
Community of Inquiry
The Community of Inquiry (COI) framework is a social constructivist model of learning processes that identifies three core dimensions that contribute to a well-designed, technology-enabled learning experience. These dimensions, referred to as presences, lay the groundwork for building and maintaining community in your course, whether it be place-based, online, or hybrid. The u