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March 11, 2025 Comments

Peer Comments: Blog Post #4

Interaction

Hi Parmis,
Your inclusion of Kolb’s Experiential Learning Cycle into your interactive learning resource is really well thought out! I love how you emphasize learner-generated interaction, encouraging students to reflect and make personal connections to the material. Using a journal entry or mind map activity is such a great way to deepen learning while allowing for flexibility in expression.
Your approach to improving accessibility is also great, by providing captions, discussion boards, and audio versions helps ensure that students with different learning needs can engage with the content in meaningful ways. Amazing job overall!
Cassie:)

Post #4
Hi, I really like how your activity bridges passive learning with active application by encouraging students to analyze real-world nutrition labels. Your approach makes the content not just informative but practical and relevant, reinforcing learning through a hands-on experience. The peer comparison and justification step is a great way to encourage critical thinking and collaborative learning, making the activity even more engaging.
Your plan for scalability is also well thought out, adjusting workload based on course length and student numbers is a smart strategy. Using pre-selected nutrition labels for large classes could streamline grading while still allowing for deep learning. Amazing job at designing an interactive and meaningful learning experience!
Cassie:)
March 11, 2025 Comments

Peer Comments Blog #3

Post 3
Hi Sashi, 
I really enjoyed reading your post! Your approach to scaffolding digital literacy challenges, especially with guides, videos, and accessibility features, is a fantastic way to ensure all learners can assess health information. Adding real-time feedback and interactive quizzes is a really smart idea allowing for learners to learn. I also loved your comparison to bus ramps as a model for universal design. Just like ramps remove physical barriers, inclusive learning should remove educational barriers from the start, making content naturally accessible for everyone. Your focus on self-paced learning and adjustable content is a great way to apply this principle. Great work:)  
Cassie
Post 3
Hi Katelyn, 
Your approach incorporates multiple modes of learning, reading, writing, discussion, and self-reflection which is amazing! You ensured that students with different learning preferences have equal access to the material, I also love how you integrated technology by providing supplementary videos and articles, allowing the learners to learn in ways that work best for them. Your flexible grading scale is another great way to reduce barriers, recognizing that learning isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Your adjustments to the jigsaw activity are fantastic, especially the idea of broadening information sources beyond text. Adding podcasts, slideshows, and transcripts makes the activity more inclusive for ESL learners and students with hearing impairments, aligning well with UDL principles.Your learning design is truly inclusive and impressive!
Cassie:)
February 10, 2025 Comments

Peer Comments: Blog Post #1

Post 1

Hi katelyn, 

I really liked reading your reflection on confirmation bias, it’s a tricky concept to grasp at first! I totally get how it can be confusing to think that misconceptions could actually lead to better learning, but your approach of rewatching and rereading really paid off. Looking at it from the engagement perspective makes a lot of sense, and I love how you connected that to students being more aware of what’s wrong rather than just memorizing facts.

Your cognitivist teaching style sounds fantastic! Encouraging students to build on their prior knowledge and actively participate, especially through pair and share activities, is such a great way to keep learning interactive. I like how you make sure everyone’s voice is heard, even if they’re not the most outspoken. Your approach really supports deeper learning and helps students process information in a meaningful way. Great insights!

Blog 1
Hi Melody, 
I really enjoyed reading about your behaviorist approach to learning and instruction. Your emphasis on structured, goal-oriented learning makes a lot of sense, especially when working on group projects or breaking down complex topics into manageable steps. Setting clear, measurable outcomes and using pre-assessments is a great way to ensure progress and help everyone stay on track.
I also appreciate how you incorporate reinforcement, recognizing achievements and giving constructive feedback is such an effective way to keep motivation high. Your approach to gradual learning, starting with fundamentals and building confidence through practice and repetition, really highlights the strengths of behaviorism. It’s great to see how you create a structured yet supportive learning environment for yourself and others! 
February 10, 2025 Comments

Peer Comments: Blog#2

POST 2

Hi Ella! 

I really enjoyed Your take on open pedagogy. It is really interesting, especially how it fosters creativity and student-driven learning. Encouraging them to explore, collaborate, and create their own challenges goes along with your idea of letting students document and share their own tree discoveries. I like the way nature journal activity brings in open pedagogy, making learning more engaging. It’s a great reminder that blending structure with exploration can create a richer, more meaningful learning experience.

Blog Post #2 – “Direct Instruction”

Hi Therese, 

I really like how you’ve explained direct instruction and its role in making complex topics, like Alzheimer’s disease, easier to understand. Breaking it down into stages makes learning more approachable. Using tools like Quizlet is such a smart way to keep students engaged while reinforcing key concepts. Direct instruction is great for topics that need clarity and structure, and your approach makes sure students stay on track and truly understand what they’re learning. This method feels both practical and effective, great job!