Learning Pod: #2
Peers’ Names: Gracen Dickey, Jenna Dickie, Katie McCarvill, Sophie Walters, Reid Taylor
Interactive Learning Resource Topic: Art Therapy
Identify components of the Interactive Learning Resource that might be missing:
First of all, from simply reading the blueprint, I can tell how prepared and fired up you guys are on creating this resource. I can see that you have an clear view and understanding over your topic, while having each components (assessment, target audience, delivery method and platform , as well as the subtopics) that builds up to this resource broken down and planned out. One thing that I think is missing would be the declarations. As if for now, I believe that all of us did not have enough time to build a completed course that is ready to be applied in the real world. Most of our main platforms is only at the post-skeleton level of the construction. With more declarations, I believe this course would be “ready to eat”for your target audiences. If I have to say another missing component, I would say that poetry could be explored more. (Because I like poetry, but I understand that this topic may not suit your targeted audience)
Provide a summary of the Interactive Learning Resource’s strength and weakness. Draw out specific examples from your peers’ work to justify your feedback:
(Due to VPN problems, I have to operate on my phone, which means that I cannot create bullet points, I’ll put a space in between instead. I apologize if anything looks odd.)
Strength:
Having a clear plan and image of the course – can be seen in the blueprint.
The usage of videos is clear and easy to understand to your targeted audience.
Each section is organized well and have engaging assignments.
The topic is suitable within a school environment. (Able to be taught directly in schools)
Weaknesses:
Online limitations – nearly all of the activities and teachings seems better to be completed in person, especially considering your target audience.
Perhaps give a bit more freedom of selection to your topics – Letting students choose which topic they like to participate and learn more. This will make the students find their interests, and they would be much more welling to learn and participate.
Provide general, specific, and practical recommendations to your peers on how to improve their Interactive Learning Resource:
( Again, I cannot use bullet points, I apologize for this inconvenience)
Decorate the google classroom a bit more to give it more selling points and able to hook students in.
Make the course more in person, as I believe the in person method is more suitable.
Make the subtopics pick and choose for students. Or let them choose a topic after being taught the general information to focus on.
(Maybe explore a little more in poetry?)
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