Article by Bucky J. Dodd, Ph.D. – When designing learning experiences, many educators tend to focus on designing overall formal learning environments such as a courses, seminars, or workshops. Within these formal learning processes, there are often many dynamic opportunities to support learning based on the unique needs and experiences that learners encounter. Responding to […]
eLearning
Four Steps to Designing Micro Learning Interactions
Posted by Bucky Dodd
· Monday,
February
25th,
2019
at 10:03 AM
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Categories : eLearning
Visual Planning Tools for Transformative Learning, Change, and Innovation
Posted by Bucky Dodd
· Friday,
October
19th,
2018
at 10:34 AM
Written by Bucky J. Dodd, Ph.D. – Introduction I recently had the privilege of working with a group of professionals who are focused on engaging members of an association. This group initially reached out for help with understanding their current strategic practices and determining how to build on their strengths. When we began working together, […]
Categories : eLearning
Unlocking the Secrets of Learning Innovation
Posted by Bucky Dodd
· Tuesday,
May
8th,
2018
at 12:09 PM
Written by Bucky J. Dodd, PhD – The Institute for Learning Environment Design recently attended the Online Learning Consortium (OLC) Innovate conference in Nashville, Tennessee. In addition to catching up with many of our collaborators from other institutions, we also unveiled a new visual analytics tool for accelerating learning innovation called the Learning Environment Innovation […]
Categories : eLearning
Starting the Intellectual Engine Online
Posted by Buddy Broncho
· Tuesday,
February
20th,
2018
at 11:58 AM
Writen by Tracy Fairless, M.A., Director of Learning Design, Center for eLearning and Connected Environments – “Students should be made to grapple with the material and receive authentic practice in thinking like an expert,” said Carl Wieman, a Nobel Prize-winning physicist and associate director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. In […]
Categories : eLearning
Modeling The “Openness” of Learning Environments
Posted by Bucky Dodd
· Wednesday,
February
7th,
2018
at 03:14 PM
Article written by Bucky J. Dodd, Ph.D., Center for eLearning and Connected Environments- Openness and Learning Environments Technology constantly gives us new and exciting ways of enhancing learning experiences. Early digital technologies focused on opening new delivery channels. We continue to see digital learning technologies transform the way we connect and learn from other people. […]
Categories : eLearning
Introduction Having the opportunity to work with many education and business organizations, I’ve noticed a common challenge many are working to overcome. This challenge is not necessary the use of technology, the achievement or organizational priorities, or even the talent development of people. The core challenge is innovation. The issues of technology, talent, and priorities […]
Categories : eLearning
Designing Personalized Learning Experiences
Posted by Bucky Dodd
· Monday,
October
23rd,
2017
at 04:45 PM
Introduction The research and literature that explores how adults learn consistently emphasizes the importance of personalization in the learning process (Russell, 2009). While it’s generally accepted that personalization is a positive goal when designing learning environments, the practical challenges associated with accomplishing this can often be overwhelming. Personalization requires motivation and relevancy on the part […]
Categories : eLearning
Playing Chicken: Knowing When to Adapt Your Teaching Strategy
Posted by Bucky Dodd
· Friday,
May
26th,
2017
at 05:22 PM
Introduction Much of my professional research and career interests have focused on planning and designing education and training experiences. While research consistently supports the importance of effective instructional planning, there is also much to be said about mastering the role of adaptability in teaching. In other words, knowing when to change and adapt “the plan” […]
Designing a Transformative Learning Community for Online Learning Excellence
Posted by Bucky Dodd
· Tuesday,
April
4th,
2017
at 03:11 PM
Introduction April is poised to be an exciting month for educators in the State of Oklahoma. Through support of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, the Council for Online Learning Excellence is coordinating the first Oklahoma Learning Innovations Summit. This “blended” learning summit is aimed at helping educators share effective practices and knowledge about […]
Scaling Transformative Learning Using eLearning
Posted by Bucky Dodd
· Tuesday,
February
28th,
2017
at 09:08 AM
The connections between transformative learning and elearning are rich and create an environment prime for innovation and learning excellence. eLearning is a broad term used to describe the use of technology to empower and support learning experiences. eLearning strategies can provide unparalleled access to transformative learning experiences through the use of technology. While access and […]
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