Historia
Enhancing active learning in low-tech game-based learning scenarios such as Historia can use multimedia tools and content to provide additional resources and support for students. For example, I once had a teacher in my high school who led us in playing family feud. to help us prepare for test content. I think this is a great example because the level of engagement was very high. Learning in an intense and fun atmosphere is very helpful for students.
passive and active learning
The balance between passive and active learning may vary depending on the teaching method and the nature of the content. In some courses, there may be a greater emphasis on passive learning through lectures and readings, while in other courses there may be more opportunities for active learning through discussions, group projects, and hands-on activities. In contrast to my own experience, I believe that a balance between passive and active learning is desirable because it allows students to engage with the material in a variety of ways and promotes deeper understanding and retention. While passive learning may be boring, much of the knowledge from passive learning supports active learning. So I think the two accomplish each other. Just like our course, I think it is an independent learning oriented learning strategy. Every time I study a module, I learn by browsing articles and videos, and the lectures are not too heavy for me. And every time there will be new software to experience, the process of digging by myself makes me better understand the existence of some knowledge in the reality of the role.
Students Need to DO Something
In the reading, Students Need to DO Something, the author discusses the prevalence of passive learning in K-12 classrooms and the need for a more active, hands-on approach to education. Passive learning has dominated much of my career as a student. A variety of factors such as traditional teaching methods, standardized testing requirements, and limited resources to implement innovative teaching strategies. There were a handful of active learning courses that are the ones that stick with me the most. Because it was new and interesting to me. Project-based learning allows students to collaborate on real-world problems and engage in meaningful hands-on learning experiences. I think it is very necessary to incorporate active learning strategies.
H5P
H5P surprised me because the experience was new. At first it was fumbling to learn how to use it, but he tool is extensive and quick to get started. In getting to know this tool, I realized that it offers a great help to students’ learning. Teachers can check whether students have grasped the main points in time, and solid knowledge. It can not only reduce the dullness of passive learning, but also increase the learning experience of some independent learning. I think it is a good tool to use when teaching some boring knowledge. Of course, it would also be useful for K-12 or younger children as it helps them focus and reinforce their knowledge.
Lesson Planning Template
Big idea
- By the end of the course learners will understand the formation of the most basic color rings and what they mean.
learning outcomes
- Learners can extend the three primary colors to create three other colors and complete the simplest color ring. And learn some ideas about how colors are presented and used.
evidence of learning
- For this goal, the video’s easy-to-understand pictorial style of instruction coupled with timely questions consolidates knowledge.
assessment
- Learners will run through several tests to provide evidence of their learning.
learning activities
- They will gain some basic knowledge points about colors and the presentation of these will be reflected in their drawing or color understanding.
I very much agree with your line of thinking. When I use H5P, I also create a question after each knowledge point. I think this allows learners to impress and self-check their learning. As you said, although traditional teaching has standardized processes and testing processes, and these processes are very easy to copy, I think this effect is not the best. Teachers need to constantly innovate.
Hi Xiaotong, I really liked the game that you created using H5P I wish that I had done something like that but my game was just very simple. I like your point that passive and active learning go hand in hand and that more often than not passive learning promotes active learning. I agree that this course has been good with both passive and active learning and that they are both really important.
Hi, it’s cool to see how tools like H5P make learning more fun and help you remember things better. Mixing up doing things with listening or reading is a good way to learn more. You mentioned that projects where you get to do stuff help you remember lessons the most. Using videos and quizzes to learn about colors is a smart way to make tricky topics easier to understand. It’s all about making learning interesting and finding the best way to learn.
Hi Xiaotong, your point are really impressive. H5P is a fantastic tool that enhances learning experiences through interactive media. The video is joyful, and the knowledge of colors is vivid passing to me.