ABC Instructional Designers

Author: International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) A list of the hottest trends in edtech for 2017: The four C's of education: Communication, critical thinking, collaboration and creativity will be at the forefront in 2017, particularly tools and approaches that lend themselves to collaborative learning. Next generation online tools are facilitating student collaboration and communication, and allowing students to act as creators of knowledge, rather than just consumers. Collaborative learning models that drive student-centered learning and emphasize interacting, working in groups, developing solutions to real-world problems and communicating globally are the latest iteration of this trend.

Practical suggestions that are easily implemented, but also have significant impact for maintaining "teacher presence" in the online classroom.

This model helps you evaluate the effectiveness of a training program: initial reaction, ability to recall content, demonstrated ability to apply content, and impact on company's bottom line

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Ideas for lively learning design and tips on how to use action mapping, an instructional design model that makes it easy to create concise, challenging training.

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UDL is a curriculum design framework used to develop learning environments that are accessible and beneficial to a wide variety and range of learners with the goal of creating expert learners.

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This is a great link that simplifies life. Look forward to using it. Thanks for sharing!

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NLVM manipulatives for 9 - 12 - Algebra These applets are excellent for developing conceptual understanding of topics in secondary mathematics (algebra). Using manipulative applets is one strategy to help develop understanding in the Understanding by Design (UbD) model.

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I'd really like to know more about QM. Our school is talking about it, but don't know that anyone is working with faculty on this at all.

I know what you mean Michelle! There are countless topics that Instructional Designers need to address with faculty. QM and ADA compliance are critical for online instruction but there just doesn't seem to be enough hours in a day!