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Victoria Guilliatt

What You Don't Know About Copyright, but Should - Technology - The Chronicle of Higher ... - 0 views

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shared by Victoria Guilliatt on 02 Jun 11 - No Cached
  • knew the answers to basic questions such as how one gets a copyright and how long it lasts
  • only 30 percent
  • If you think you don't own any copyrights, think again
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  • people don't realize that they themselves are copyright owners
  • Copyright automatically applies to book manuscripts, articles, blog posts, artwork—almost any copyrightable object that people create. That's been the law since the 1976 Copyright Act took effect.
  • shorthand
  • fair use
  • breathing space for freedom of expression within copyright law
Marcia Jensen

Another Look at the Weaknesses of Online Education - 0 views

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  • Marcia Jensen on 29 Jul 11
     
    The responses to my last post (both online and off), in which I questioned the supposed strengths of online learning, were so well informed and provocative that I think I have no choice but to return to that topic. The supporters of online learning are simply bringing me around to their way of thinking. They also have the advantage of having either taught or taken online courses, while I have only experienced a traditional college education, on both sides of the classroom. From the blog " Innovations - The Chronicle of Higher Education"
erinlullmann

Adaptive Learning System Articles - 0 views

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  • supplemental instruction and coaching to students on a one-on-one basis
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      I think it's always important to remind ourselves that OLPs and ALS are not a replacement for teacher directed instruction. These programs are meant to be supplemental.
  • Imagine if every student in your class could have a private tutor, available to them at any time for as long as they need. Imagine further that these tutors work together to give you a daily report of your whole class—who is doing well, who is struggling on which concepts, and what areas are most difficult for the class as a whole.
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      I like this tutor analogy and the reminder to teachers that the reports that are part of these adaptive learning programs are meant to be used to help guide classroom instruction.
  • Adaptive technologies can have real value
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      In my opinion, this applies to ALL technology being used int he classroom. Every program has its benefits IF it is being used as intended. Don't expect the technology to do something it wasn't meant to do. In my mind, I see adaptive learning programs being used during a small group time in the classroom. Traditionally, student who are not participating in the teacher-led small group are doing independent learning tasks. The trouble with this is that students are only practicing skills that they can be successful with independently. They are not actively learning. However, if this independent time could be utilized for Adaptive Learning Programs implementation, then students could be getting "tutored" at their own instructional level rather than simply engaging in busy work.
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  • The better approach, from both educational and labor perspectives, is to examine each tool on a case-by-case basis with an open mind, insist on demystifying explanations of how it works, embrace the tools that make educational sense, and think hard about how having them could empower you to be a better teacher and provide your students with richer educational experiences.
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      One way that I envision teachers using adaptive learning programs is during their small group time. Traditionally, when students are not participating in a teacher-led small group, they are off doing independent tasks. However, these tasks are typically fairly low level as students have to be able to complete them without any assistance from the teacher. If an adaptive learning program could be used instead, then every student could be receiving differentiated and targeted tutoring over skills that are at their instructional level.
  • daptive technologies can have real value
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      I think this is something we have to remember with each new technology program, app, system, platform etc. that we add to our educational "tool belt." We have to make sure that we are using the technology in the way that it was intended to be used rather than trying to force it to do something that it wasn't built for. We have to be strategic about how and when we use the technology.
  • And studies have been showing that adaptive learning technology can help students achieve comparable results in less time, raise their scores, and improve retention.
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      These would be interesting studies to look closer at in regards to the comparable achievement results. I do think that adaptive learning programs could definitely have an impact on student achievement for many reasons. One - the ALP is meant to be able to target the skill level of the student and should adapt the lessons based on how well the student is progressing toward mastery. Two - any time a student can receive distributive practice of skills throughout the day / week / over the course of a school year will help with retention. I can see a teacher teaching a specific math skill and then the students reviewing that skill at their level with the ALP.
  • real-time response
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      Hattie has shown through his meta-analysis of educational research that feedback has a significant impact on student achievement.
  • teachers can keep up with each student’s progress
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      I think this is really important to remember. With the busyness of teachers' schedules and day-to-day happenings, checking into the ALP to see how students are progressing can maybe get overlooked. In order for the ALP to have the biggest impact on student achievement, teachers need to stay up-to-date on students' progress and making instructional decisions based on the data whether than is via the ALP or during a face-to-face learning session.
  • Personalized Learning
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      This is where the terms and definitions get a little confusing. To me, adaptive learning is using a technology platform to differentiate instruction for students. The students work their way through online programs that meet them at their specific instructional level. In my mind, adaptive learning transitions quite well into a traditional classroom. However, personalized learning, in my opinion, is a change of philosophy of how and when instruction is delivered to students. Students are more in charge of their learning pathway and can make choices about how, when, and what they learn based on their interests and abilities. Personalized learning may include some technology, but it doesn't have to include an adaptive learning program necessarily.
  • focusing on where this technology might be most useful, which is often in remedial education
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      I would also include enrichment for students that are above grade level. Often we have many systems in place in our schools for students who may NOT be reaching grade level expectations. However, there are many students in our school that need enrichment or more of a challenge but that side of differentiation often gets overlooked. This is an area that I can see ALPs being very effective.
  • n approach to instruction and remediation that uses technology and accumulated data to provide customized program adjustments based on an individual student's level of demonstrated mastery
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      Another good definition of adaptive learning programs
  • Personalized learning is really an umbrella term,
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      I almost see it less as an umbrella term and more as a scale or hierarchy. I see traditional education at one side and personalized learning on the other end. Adaptive learning is a step toward personalized learning.
  • Technology isn't strictly required for personalization
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      I like this clarification of a difference between personalized learning and adaptive learning programs - personalized learning does not require technology while adaptive learning does.
  • An adaptive learning system can be "facilitator-driven,
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      Another clarification of differences between the two - adaptive learning is more facilitator-driven while true personalized learning (in my mind) is student-driven.
  • Students still have to put in the work to succeed; but with adaptive technology, they’ll be able to focus on the right work.
    • erinlullmann
      erinlullmann on 21 Feb 21
       
      It is nice to be able to give students choices with the adaptive learning program. And if you've chosen a quality program, then it doesn't really matter which path the student chooses. Everything within the program is aligned to grade level standards and will be helpful to the student's achievement.
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