PBL group 02 – Open Networked Learning

Topic 5: Reflections on ONL: Balancing Tradition and Innovation in Teaching

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Johanna Karlsson

Being part of the ONL course has been really eye-opening for me. When I signed up for ONL 241, I was hoping to shake things up a bit and find some new ideas. I felt like I was in a bit of a rut at work. In Topic 1, we talked a lot about how […]

Topic 5 Final Reflection

Posted on May 2, 2024 by Vesna Bulatović

Looking back on the past three months, I realize this course wasn’t just about learning new things; it was a journey that encouraged my love for learning and working with others. One of the biggest things I’ll take away from this course is the power of teamwork. Sharing ideas with the members of my […]

Topic 4 – Designing Engaging Online and Blended Learning Experiences

Posted on April 26, 2024 by José Rodrigo Ferreira

As I embark on this new leg of my educational journey, the spotlight shifts from my role as a learner to that of an educator—designing, shaping, and sculpting the learning experiences of tomorrow. The landscape of Learning Design is vast and ever-evolving, encompassing a myriad of approaches—from Active Learning and Community of Inquiry to Problem-Based […]

With generative AI, it’s time to rethink learning

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Jonathan Phan

For Week Four’s topic on design for online and blended learning, I was tasked to lead the discussion on generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the context of education, in which we covered the applications and implications of generative AI on teaching and learning. I was quite familiar with this topic since I explored how students […]

Exploring students’ mindset as a group

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Jonathan Phan

For Week Three’s topic on learning in communities – networked collaborative learning, my team and I explored the concept of social learning, particularly group dynamics in a collaborative setting. As I read through the given scenario, it reminded me of my undergraduate years (such fond memories!) whereby the tutor would get us to form groups for […]

Topic 4 GenAI in Education: Friend or Foe? Balancing Benefits and Risks

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Vesna Bulatović

Generative AI is revolutionizing the field of education. Its potential to change the way students learn, teachers teach, and educational content is created is truly remarkable. Studies have shown that generative AI can effectively adapt to each student’s individual strengths, weaknesses, and learning pace, leading to personalized learning experiences. This individualized approach helps to increase learner engagement, […]

Topic 4. Mastering the Blend: Navigating AI Integration in Education

Posted on April 23, 2024 by Johanna Karlsson

In 2015, I was hired as a lecturer in Swedish and Danish at UCLA. UCLA had long struggled with low enrollment in courses for less commonly taught languages and needed to find ways to reach more students. I was employed to open up the classroom at UCLA to all students within the University of California […]

Topic 3 – Weaving Connections in Networked Communities

Posted on April 23, 2024 by José Rodrigo Ferreira

In the vast expanse of online learning, where pixels replace paper and digital connections transcend geographical boundaries, I find myself immersed in a vibrant tapestry of collaborative exploration. It’s a journey that transcends solitary pursuits, inviting me to weave connections and co-create knowledge within networked communities. As I navigate this digital landscape, I am struck […]

The Power (and Challenges) of Collaborative Learning

Posted on April 9, 2024 by Vesna Bulatović

Collaborative learning is seen as a valuable approach that promotes critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the development of 21st-century skills such as communication, teamwork, and adaptability. As a university teacher for more than twenty years, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible benefits of collaborative learning. It’s not always easy to implement, but when done right, it […]

Topic 3: Balancing Act: Navigating Goal-Oriented and Collaborative Approaches in Education

Posted on April 9, 2024 by Johanna Karlsson

Reading the texts and participating in the group meetings during Topic 3 has been somewhat of a journey for me. I’ve had to rethink a lot about my own approach to learning. I’ve read that many teachers tend to reuse the teaching style of their own teachers (Bernstein 2000). A teacher who had teachers with […]

Balancing student privacy and openness when giving feedback

Posted on March 28, 2024 by Jonathan Phan

For Week Two’s topic on open learning – sharing and openness, my team and I unpacked the concept of “openness” in the context of open educational resources (OER), in which we identified what OER is, its benefits, and challenges. As a university tutor who capitalises on social interactions in order to make learning for my […]

Topic 2 – Embracing Open Learning and Nurturing Belonging

Posted on March 27, 2024 by José Rodrigo Ferreira

In the realm of open learning, the ethos of sharing and openness serves as a guiding principle, shaping the dynamics of collaborative knowledge exchange and fostering a sense of belonging within learning communities. Reflecting on my experience within a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) group in the Open Networked Learning (ONL) community, I’ve come to realize the […]