I believe the 'traditional classroom' of a teacher being the sage on the stage is not as efficient as a teacher being a guide on the side; however, transforming the classroom into this format takes a lot of preparation, attention to classroom environment and peer dynamics, and in some cases, ensuring each student has access to the internet at home.
I do agree with Thornburg that engaging students via creating challenging learning environments in which creation, collaboration, and production are core factors will enhance student learning.
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Gayle Horsma
10/2/2016 12:40:49 pm
Hi Colby, I found it interesting we both mentioned that traditional learning environments are not effective for every student and how innovative models leads creativity and collaboration. Do you think the flipped model approach is more effective than the traditional model? I'm curious about how engaging flipped model lessons are for students. Sometimes, I think they are a substitute for the traditional model but I haven't had enough time to explore this practice in the classroom.
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Danielle Millward
10/3/2016 09:00:04 pm
Colby, I'm curious how you address the issue of access to the internet for students who don't have access at home. How does the model of Guide on the Side work if the students don't follow through with their lesson at home? It's the reverse problem that we have when homework is assigned and students simply don't do it (not because they can't, but because they just don't have time or they have other priorities at home). I have students complete their missed homework assignments in class the next day. Do you do that with your home video lessons? (Do the students watch the video in class the next day before you act as their guide)?
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Dan Beltramo
10/11/2016 06:58:18 pm
Nice job of keeping up on all of the reflections. I like your infographic for this reflection.
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