Summary of Chapter 8: Applying the Coherence Principle

Chapter Summary In chapter 8 of e-Learning and the Science of Instruction, Clark & Mayer (2016) speak about the importance of simplifying each lesson plan. They refer to this as the coherence principle. The word coherence has to do with cognition or the brain’s ability to comprehend. In an attempt to be thorough, some teachers …

Challenges with Online Learning

References Ginda, M., Richey, M. C., Cousino, M., & Börner, K. (2019). Visualizing learner engagement, performance, and trajectories to evaluate and optimize online course design. PLOS One, 14(5), e0215964. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0215964 Phan, T. (2018). Instructional strategies that respond to global learners’ needs in massive open online courses. Online Learning, 22(2), 95. doi:10.24059/olj.v22i2.1160

Community of Inquiry Framework

References Athabasca University. (n.d.). CoI Framework. Retrieved from https://coi.athabascau.ca/coi-model/ Garrison, D. R., Anderson, T., & Archer, W. (1999). Critical inquiry in a text-based environment: Computer conferencing in higher education. The Internet and Higher Education, 2(2), 87-105. doi:10.1016/S1096-7516(00)00016-6

Zentation v. Prezi

References Zentation. (n.d.). Zentation.com – Webinar software. Retrieved from http://www.zentation.com Josh Schorle Tech. (2016, June 25). How To Use Prezi [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCkvy4Gvqw8 Prezi. (n.d.). Presentation Software, Online Presentation, Tools: Prezi. Retrieved from http://Prezi.com

Technology and Special Education

The increasing advances made to adaptive equipment for special needs students have provided a much-needed shift in both K-12 and higher education References  Roblyer, M. D., & Hughes, J. E. (2019). Integrating Educational Technology Into Teaching: Transforming Learning Across Disciplines (8th ed., p. 310). London, England: Pearson. Seale, J. K. (2006). Accessibility, e­learning and higher education. In E-learning and Disability in Higher Education: Accessibility Research and …

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