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Many software courses use guided lectures to walk students through the introduction to software. The problem is that when students become accustomed to one type of activity it loses effectiveness. In these cases you have to change things up. It is often difficult to incorporate group learning into these courses and still reinforce learning objectives but it can be done. The trick is to constantly adapt course delivery to the audience.
Hi Susan!
Great observation - on-line learning has forgotten to address all learning styles. But I agree that a more multifaceted learning environment is being applied.
Good job!
Jane Davis
ED107 Facilitator
With the booming industry of online accelerated learning, this has shown to be an issue as well. Many online programs have one specific format throughout the degree program. Unless one is a visual/ written learner with Intrapersonal intelligence it is not set up for success in many online learning environments.
I have seen many interfaces from different universities, many of the newer online programs being introduced are starting to understand this and move to a more multifaceted learning environment.
Hi Ron. I worked at an accredited IT College before my present job. I think you have hte right idea. We integrated labs into the classroom for courses such as CCNA. MCSE etc. We taught the class with integrated exercises and labs throughout using mulitple delivery means. These included lecture, powerpoint, short clips, hands on, smart board, projectors, student screen shots etc. You're only limited by your imagination. For instance, we gave CCNA students an empty tower. As they progressed throught the course they build a server, load it, use it and troubleshoot it. This way we integrated the knowledge with the skills required to do the job. We found CCNA exam 1st time passes sky rocketed.