Comments on: Models for learning https://blog.learnlets.com/2014/07/models-for-learning/ Clark Quinn's learnings about learning Wed, 16 Jul 2014 18:23:41 +0000 hourly 1 By: Clark https://blog.learnlets.com/2014/07/models-for-learning/#comment-700637 Wed, 16 Jul 2014 18:23:41 +0000 http://blog.learnlets.com/?p=3945#comment-700637 In reply to Virginia Yonkers.

Virginia, thanks for the share. I agree that sims, cases, and games are great ways to apply the knowledge, and it can be useful to have them collaboratively create the model (er, with guidance), but I will suggest there are times when it makes more sense to provide models and have them work on applying them. Now, to think about when each makes sense :).

]]> By: Virginia Yonkers https://blog.learnlets.com/2014/07/models-for-learning/#comment-700528 Wed, 16 Jul 2014 16:03:14 +0000 http://blog.learnlets.com/?p=3945#comment-700528 I find case studies, games, and/or simulations really help. My training is in experiential learning so I always begin with a shared experience, whether it is online or face to face. This allows an instructor to identify what the learner already knows and build on it. Starting with a shared experience followed by some key reflective questions helps students/trainees identify key questions for themselves, making learning more relevant. The next step is generalization which an instructor could either help learners develop their own model (for their own circumstances/environment) or present them with a model. As you note, this allows for processes and a representation of the concepts within different situations. I then end with an authentic assessment (in workplace, have them do a task which requires they apply their learning).

Currently I ‘m teaching an online course in group communication which begins with readings and a case which incorporates all elements of the reading. I’m surprised at how effective the case is as I’ve never attempted to use a case in an online course. what I have found is that the case gives a shared experience in which different people identify different factors dependent upon their background, experience, and level of knowledge. I have also used games with the same outcomes.

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