tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post5137586092019651592..comments2024-03-12T09:12:39.608+00:00Comments on libfocus - Irish library blog: Turning E-Learning into Engaged-LearningUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post-88442244521365630132012-11-18T12:01:11.888+00:002012-11-18T12:01:11.888+00:00Thanks a lot for the comment JK. I agree, the diff...Thanks a lot for the comment JK. I agree, the difference between 'need to know' and 'nice to know' can often provide the motivation to help you learn, as you see very visible results from implementing your learning in a real project or task. <br />See you on the #edmooc course!Michelle Daltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01459103029885548217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post-58433764521140015392012-11-18T11:24:00.379+00:002012-11-18T11:24:00.379+00:00A very nice post describing what users actually fe...A very nice post describing what users actually feel. That too I came across this after having a discussion with my friend on some issues faced while doing courses via MOOC's. Both of us had tried our luck at coursera offerings earlier and gave up due to two contrasting reasons. My friend had issues with length of videos whereas for me issue was finding time to devote for followup. What both of us agreed on were, the motivation to take the course is derived from:<br />a) The relevance of the course with the work that we do at that time.<br />b) The number of peers we are able to connect to.<br /><br />For e.g. I found the SQL course more interesting due to the fact that I had to use it for a server development activity while a course on Models Thinking was given low priority as I immediately did not require it. Also with SQL course I was able to find more new-bies across several forums and look at multiple problems. I think, in a way this made me passionate about the course and I eked out time from several of my other activities. <br /><br />When I got the mail from #edmooc team, I really liked their strategy of building a peer group much before the class started. I think this has made me optimistic about this course.Jkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07424077009209450085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post-42087885241971664202012-11-16T23:23:31.943+00:002012-11-16T23:23:31.943+00:00I'm also envious of how easy my son picks it u...I'm also envious of how easy my son picks it up Michelle!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post-37434648447215874512012-11-15T23:33:17.417+00:002012-11-15T23:33:17.417+00:00Thanks for your input Roy - I'm envious of you...Thanks for your input Roy - I'm envious of your success with codeacademy! Michelle Daltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01459103029885548217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post-70848516160343844682012-11-15T22:18:13.907+00:002012-11-15T22:18:13.907+00:00I brought my 11 year old to CoderDojo back in Apri...I brought my 11 year old to CoderDojo back in April and we have been on Codeacademy since then to help supplement the face to face learning. I tried it before and like yourself, I fell by the wayside. This time I have kept at it, half out of pride and half out of wanting to help. My son provides the enthusiasm while I can help him negotiate the parts where he hits a wall and gets frustrated.<br />That kind of learning has always worked well for me. If I can learn while keeping in mind how I can pass on the information, it sinks in deeper.<br />A like a little bit of competition is not a bad thing;Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post-35930170924075362952012-11-15T21:44:49.395+00:002012-11-15T21:44:49.395+00:00Have signed up to same! Coursera though, is nightm...Have signed up to same! Coursera though, is nightmare for anyone with lots of interests like yourself - too much to learn, too little time! Helenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04054558492204605219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post-20353546924760592442012-11-15T15:49:23.261+00:002012-11-15T15:49:23.261+00:00Thanks a lot for the comment Helena. I completely ...Thanks a lot for the comment Helena. I completely agree regarding the approach of delivering conceptual overviews rather than focussing on detailed content. The learner can follow up on the latter themselves if needed. I feel that 'flipping the online classroom' would definitely sustain my interest for longer, even if not until the very end! Though I am feeling optimistic about the Coursera #edmooc! :)Michelle Daltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01459103029885548217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7771056772007230891.post-22554844262740215682012-11-15T15:04:00.609+00:002012-11-15T15:04:00.609+00:00I really enjoyed your post, Michelle. Very thought...I really enjoyed your post, Michelle. Very thoughtful analysis of the issues with online learning - particuarly with the growth of video lectures - from a the user's perspective. Motivation is a constant in learning and, as an instructional designer, I'm aware of the difficulties in creating affectively-evocative learning. Very little research has been completed in the area, but interest and active participation are key, which is why long videos can be so hellishly demotivating. You make a key point about attention in your piece: chunking of information is primary. More is less online so conceptual overviews with "dig deeper" style linking tends to over a more engaging and personalised experience. Personally speaking, the most successful online learning experience I've had was with lynda.com. Not only was the stucture, content and personal control of learning excellent, but I HAD to learn the stuff to pass exams for a masters: ready-made motivation! Helenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04054558492204605219noreply@blogger.com