Mälardalen – Open Networked Learning

Creating cognitive relevance, engagement, and a sense of belonging. Topic 4: Design for online and blended learning

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Anna-Lena Carlsson

In this reflection I will reflect on a course that was not aimed as an online learning course, but that I had to give as an online course in Zoom during the pandemic. I will do this in relation to what could have been better. I will do this reflection in relation to Robin Key’s […]

Topic 4: Design for online and blended learning

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Amare Fentaye

In collaborating with my PBL group to design an introductory online blended course using the ABC learning method, I gained valuable insights into the process of course design and the effective integration of different teaching approaches. Through our discussions and brainstorming sessions, I learned the importance of aligning the learning activities and assessment criteria […]

My Journey Through the Digital Shift

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Marko Dimitrov

Reflecting on the challenges of online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic, I realized that technological tools can be an asset but are not without obstacles. We tackled the assessment issue and the problem of determining individual contributions to group tasks. I’ve realized that while oral assessments can address this to an extent, they are not…

Reflection on ONL 231 – Topic 5: Lesson Learned and Future Practice

Posted on May 17, 2023 by Mir Riyanul Islam

The ONL 231 session comes to an end with this topic. In fact, the end is in terms of scheduled meetings, working on specific topics for two weeks, etc. But I believe that my experiences from this course will be reminding this course time and again throughout my academic career ahead. However, I have three […]

Topic 3: Learning in communities – networked collaborative learning

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Amare Fentaye

I envision collaborative learning as an essential part of any course I teach and research project I am involved in. This can provide learners with a wider range of perspectives and experiences, which can help deepen their understanding of course content and critical thinking (Árnason et al., 2018). In my distance courses, I incorporate online […]

Reflection on ONL231 – Topic 4: Design of Online and Blended Learning

Posted on May 16, 2023 by Mir Riyanul Islam

Design of online and blended learning was the most relatable topic for me as I actively take part in the development of several Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) offered by Mälardalen University. As an instructor, I always thrive for ways to make the lessons interesting to the students so that they feel the urge to […]

Reflection on ONL231 – Topic 3: Learning in Communities – Networked Collaborative Learning

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Mir Riyanul Islam

Collaborative learning can be viewed as a collection of different educational approaches involving joined intellectual effort by students and teachers together (Smith and MacGregor 1992). It is worth mentioning that traditional classroom activities, e.g., lecturing, listening, or note-taking do not disappear fully in collaborative learning. However, with the change the world has undergone in the […]

INDIVIDUAL REFLECTIONS FOR Topic 4: Design for online and blended learning

Posted on May 12, 2023 by Sahar Tahvili

Topic 4 for me was the most fun topic among all other topics. During Topic 4, we had this opportunity to utilize the knowledge we learned in the other 3 topics. On the other hand, designing a course with team members with different academic backgrounds was a bit challenging. Since AI has received a […]

INDIVIDUAL REFLECTIONS FOR Topic 3: Learning in communities – networked collaborative learning

Posted on May 12, 2023 by Sahar Tahvili

Learning in communities can be considered a process of learning that takes place within a community or social group, which be informal or formal. In fact, learning in communities involves shared experiences, ideas, and perspectives. Learning in communities can occur through online discussion forums, social media platforms, or even in physical communities e.g. […]

Reflection on ONL231 – Topic 2: Open Learning – Sharing and Openness

Posted on May 12, 2023 by Mir Riyanul Islam

To me, openness is a philosophy that enables a teacher, researcher, or student more insightful in terms of their role in an educational environment. In the case of higher education platforms, it is a sine qua non for all platforms. In fact, I believe that openness and sharing of knowledge not only helps the individuals […]

Reflection on ONL231 – Topic 1: Online Participation and Digital Literacy

Posted on May 11, 2023 by Mir Riyanul Islam

To begin with, I must say “Online Participation and Digital Literacy” is the most appropriate first topic for an Open Network Learning (ONL) course session. Here is the reason, we had eight members in our group to work on this topic and around half of us were around double my age and are vastly experienced […]

From trying out FISh in a classroom to Nietzsche and becoming. Topic 3: Learning in communities – networked collaborative learning

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Anna-Lena Carlsson

Trying the FISh-model The question in the scenario, “How can I get people to really recognize the value of becoming part of a learning community and experience the benefits of social learning?” is indeed intriguing and this course, ONL231, has helped me concerning this. I teach in an international master course, Research methods in Innovation […]