1. As I was researching non-instructional solutions, I discovered the motivational and compensation system. Lack of motivation can be a real problem with both learner and educator. As educators, we need to learn how to motivate our students through visual, verbal, and mentally challenging lessons to keep them motivated. But what if we as educators become unmotivated. The challenge I am sure we have all faced. As in any business, employees need a little encouragement to meet the goal of the business. This is where the “management” of the schools needs to step in with possible monetary and/or achievement style rewards.
2. Electronic Performance Support Systems, EPSS, are an important link between task support, the acquisition of new knowledge and skills, and the development of broader technological. EPSS exists as stand-alone systems or as systems embedded in the work process. Stand- alone electronic performance support is made available to the user while the work is on-going but requires the user to seek information by querying. Many times this information is displayed alongside work information.
An example I found of EPSS application is that many service technicians use laptop computers when servicing home appliances. Although the laptop is networked to an external database, the laptop does not directly interface with the malfunctioning appliance. It is quite common to see a technician referring to his/her laptop while diagnosing or repairing an appliance. The laptop communicates wirelessly with the service vehicle parked in the driveway. There the signal is transmitted to a comprehensive database via a satellite link. This communication illustrates the networking of the user’s access device with external information. Technicians can check model numbers against parts lists, inventory and price information as well as view diagrams and illustrations.
3. Blended learning combines online with face-to-face learning. The goal of blended learning is to provide the most efficient and effective instruction experience by combining delivery modalities.
| Here is a table that categorizes the type of learning that may be used:
Source: Strategies for Building Blended Learning By Allison Rossett, Felicia Douglis, and Rebecca V. Frazee |
Let’s go into a classroom: A social studies class is learning about China. The traditional classroom has used the textbook/Internet to gain knowledge. How can they gain true-life experience through a blended learning experience while using a knowledge management experience? One thought is to utilize a program called epals where the learners can become email pals with students in China. This would allow both sets of learners to gain valuable knowledge from each other’s country and life experiences.
Enjoy this short tutorial video for teachers about getting started with epals. http://youtu.be/HRF12PV-yag
4. Informal Learning:
From what I have found exploring informal learning, seventy-five percent of learning that takes place in life is considered informal learning. This type of learning is what stays in our head best and leads to greater understanding of our life and its surroundings.
As a mother of three and grandmother of four, I came across situations of informal learning daily. An example of this would be when I was exploring discipline techniques for my children. I read books on the subject till I could longer absorb any more theories on child rearing. I had a friend tell me one day to just relax and adjust my reaction to the actions of my children. I discovered there was no right or wrong in discipline, children are different, and each one required their own special attention. By me getting up tight, I just made the problems worse. As I relaxed I started to enjoy my kids more and the bad experiences became less frequent.
Purpose: Helped me become a better parent.
How was the experience: Humbling- I thought I had the knowledge to be a good parent but all I had was the book knowledge.
Was it engaging: Yes, everyday was a new experience with child rearing.
In this learning experience, I played the role as learner and my friend and children played the role as instructor.
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