Reflection on Topic 3

Learning in communities – networked collaborative learning Online learning offers a range of exciting opportunities for students and educators, but it can also introduce significant challenges. One of the most prominent challenges is facilitating effective collaboration. As an instructor, it’s often difficult to ensure that students go beyond simply distributing tasks among themselves and instead […]

Reflection on Topic 2

Open Learning – Sharing and Openness As educators, we are often encouraged to extend openness in our work, not just through our research but also in our teaching. The idea of making course materials available as open educational resources (OER) can feel liberating. However, it can also be daunting. There are valid concerns about the […]

Reflection on Topic 1

Topic 1 – Online participation and digital literacies Building Trust and Security in Online Learning Environments Starting an online course can be a daunting experience, especially for those who are new to virtual learning environments. The feeling of insecurity is common— navigating new platforms, tools, and expectations can be overwhelming. One of the key challenges […]

Reflection on Topic 4

Designing for Online and Blended Learning: Navigating Pedagogical Approaches and New Technologies Before diving into this course, my interaction with AI was limited to spell-checking. However, as I progressed through Topic 4, I found myself experimenting with Generative AI (GAI) to create a starting point for a presentation (check it out here: https://prezi.com/p/edit/vmbk9azn3mqi/). This has […]