On this page you will find all reflections from participants who connected their individual reflection space fully openly. Topic 5: Lessons learnt – future practice by Thierry Gilles (Thierry Mocktail team) on June 6, 2025 This course has been a very rich and valuable experience, that I wasn’t really expecting. Our group meetings, with very nice people from different backgrounds and cultures (Mirna, Cath, Musa, Torkel, Haleluya, Antonio, Wallace…), the subjects we studied, the PBL and fish model, the texts we read and the documents our group produced gave Topic 4: Design for online and blended learning by Thierry Gilles (Thierry Mocktail team) on June 4, 2025 In our group, PBL 6, we considered the use of AI in teaching & learning, focusing on different questions such as: How can we ensure ethical use of AI in an online space / online classroom? What is the role of AI in the future (in teaching)? What are the IP implications related AI outputs, Reflections on Topic 5 – Lessons Learned: A personal reflection on the ONL experience by Marita Galani (Marita ONL251) on June 2, 2025 Participating in the ONL course has been an enriching and transformative experience for me—far beyond what I initially expected. As someone with extensive experience in teaching, I approached the course with curiosity, but also with the question: What more can I learn about online learning that I haven’t already encountered in practice? The answer turned Reflections on Topic 4 – Design for online and blended learning by Marita Galani (Marita ONL251) on June 1, 2025 One of the key insights from this topic was the realization that AI, while raising valid concerns around academic integrity, is not inherently a threat to education. On the contrary, it offers new opportunities for deeper engagement, especially if integrated thoughtfully into the learning process. The discussions reminded me that banning AI may be Topic 5: Lessons learnt – future practice by Tahere Roshanzade (Hello Page) on May 30, 2025 Taking part in the ONL course has been a very valuable and eye-opening experience for me. It helped me see online teaching and learning in a new way, especially since I had never taken part in such course before which... Continue Reading → Reflection on Topic 4: Design for online and blended learning by Tahere Roshanzade (Hello Page) on May 29, 2025 The fourth topic focused on the design for online and blended learning, and I will emphasize the critical and ethical use of AI in learning environments due to its diffusion into education settings. Before presenting the argument, I would like... Continue Reading → Reflection on Topic 3: learning in communities – networked collaborative learning by Tahere Roshanzade (Hello Page) on May 28, 2025 This topic mainly focuses on network collaboration and communication. First and foremost, it is better to consider why collaboration is emphasised. Collaboration plays a crucial role in helping individuals learn effectively through social interaction, sharing ideas, and engagement within networks... Continue Reading → The ONL Experience: Endless Possibilities! by Eunice Kombe (Fit In or Stand Out) on May 27, 2025 Participating in the ONL course has been a transformative experience, especially in redefining how I perceive learning, collaboration, and teaching in digital spaces. One of the most valuable insights I’ve gained is the *possibility of solving problems asynchronously with ease*. In traditional settings, problem-solving often depends on synchronous interactions—being physically or virtually present at the ONL Topic 5, end of the journey? just the beginning by Luca Margaritella (Luca's Brainwaves) on May 27, 2025 Taking part in the ONL course has been an eye-opening and rewarding experience. Working through the four main topics in a problem-based learning (PBL) group really helped me… ONL Topic 4: Design for online and blended learning – Luca’s reflections by Luca Margaritella (Luca's Brainwaves) on May 23, 2025 Designing a blended online course that meaningfully integrates Generative AI (GenAI) tools presents a complex yet exciting opportunities. The challenge lies not just in incorporating cutting-edge technology –… Reflections on designing online courses for blended learning: What should learning assessments look like in this AI era? by Felicia Olufunmilayo Akinyemi (LearningReflections_Feli) on May 20, 2025 During my reflections on designing online courses for blended learning, I lighted on this piece in the University World News (Fataar 2025) which is spot on the question, “What should learning assessments look like in this AI era”? Dissecting what learning assessments should look like in this AI era, it advocates for a design-based pedagogy. Topic 4 Reflection!!! by Eunice Kombe (Fit In or Stand Out) on May 19, 2025 Exploring Topic 4 has deepened my appreciation for the strategic thinking required to create meaningful online and blended learning experiences. As an educator, I have always valued in-person interaction, but this topic challenged me to think beyond traditional methods and embrace digital tools more intentionally. I was particularly inspired by the principles of constructive alignment Reflection on Topic 3: Learning in Communities – Networked Collaborative Learning by Eunice Kombe (Fit In or Stand Out) on May 19, 2025 Over the past few weeks, our PBL group’s engagement with Topic 3 has brought into focus both the potential and the challenges of fostering genuine collaboration in learning communities. The scenario posed a familiar issue: students often equate collaboration with task distribution rather than a process of shared thinking and growth. My experience reflected this ONL Topic 3: Learning in communities – networked collaborative learning by Thierry Gilles (Thierry Mocktail team) on May 18, 2025 Really recognizing the value of becoming part of a learning community and experience the benefits of social learning is not always something you think about when you engage in studies. Or an aspect that as a teacher you will consider when having new students starting a course. But there are occasions in my classes when ONL Topic 3: Learning in communities – networked collaborative learning – Luca’s reflections by Luca Margaritella (Luca's Brainwaves) on May 15, 2025 The scenario presented in Topic 3 raises an important pedagogical challenge: how to move students beyond simply “dividing tasks” toward “genuine collaborative learning”. Many students approach group work… Reflections on Topic 3 – Networked collaborative learning and learning communities by Marita Galani (Marita ONL251) on May 12, 2025 The scenario presented highlights a common challenge in higher education: encouraging students to move beyond superficial group work and engage in meaningful collaboration. It resonates deeply with my own experiences, where students often divide tasks to reduce workload rather than to build collective knowledge. The distinction between “working in a group” and “working as a Reflections Open Learning Sharing and Openness by Eunice Kombe (Fit In or Stand Out) on May 5, 2025 Reflecting on our work for Topic 2 as part of PBL05, I am filled with pride and appreciation for the journey we’ve taken as a team. The interactive presentation we created using Canva is not just a product of effort, it’s a vibrant representation of our collaboration, creativity, and shared commitment to learning. Each team Reflections on Topic 2 – Learning, sharing, and openness by Marita Galani (Marita ONL251) on April 24, 2025 The topic of open learning has challenged me to rethink many assumptions I held around knowledge, ownership, and the role of the educator in a digitally connected world. While I’ve always been comfortable with the idea of sharing research — through open-access publications or public talks — extending that openness to my teaching practice feels Reflections on Topic 1 – Online participation and digital literacies by Marita Galani (Marita ONL251) on April 24, 2025 Engaging with Topic 1 has brought to the surface many thoughts and emotions about my relationship with the digital world — both as an educator and as a private individual. One of the things that struck me the most is how easy it is to feel “behind” or less competent when entering new online environments, Welcome to my reflection space! by Marita Galani (Marita ONL251) on April 24, 2025 This is where I will be sharing thoughts, insights, questions, and experiences as I journey through the Open Networked Learning course. I see this space as an opportunity to pause, reflect, and grow — both personally and professionally. I look forward to exploring key concepts such as openness, collaboration, and networked learning, while also learning
