In today’s evolving educational landscape, there’s a growing shift from merely ensuring competency to fostering holistic understanding and practical application. Traditional competency-based objectives, while essential, primarily focus on the acquisition of specific skills or knowledge. They answer the question, “Can a student execute a particular skill?” On the other hand, project-based objectives go beyond this […]
Beliefs about learning in general Learning is not a one-size-fits-all journey. Each individual, influenced by their unique experiences, prior knowledge, and inherent curiosity, approaches learning differently. At its core, learning goes beyond the mere accumulation of facts or the rote memorization of information. Instead, it’s an active process where one’s worldview expands, reshapes, and is
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An ePortfolio is a way of creating and sharing your digital identity. It is a collection of your work, achievements, and reflections that showcase who you are, what you have learned, and what you can do. An ePortfolio can help you to: An ePortfolio is more than just a digital resume or portfolio. It is
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After watching these inspiring videos, the concept of “yet” really stood out to me. It’s about recognizing that even if you can’t do something now, with effort and the right mindset, you can get there eventually. This relates directly to adopting a growth mindset because it changes how I approach learning. Instead of seeing challenges
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Introduction I embarked on this ePortfolio journey with a vision in mind, and today, I’m excited to share the journey of transformation it has undergone. Over time, I’ve evolved my ePortfolio to reflect my educational experiences, personal growth, and passion for lifelong learning. Join me on this ride as I walk you through the remarkable
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Photo of cover of book. http://www.newcultureoflearning.com How Creating a Signficant Learning Environment will Impact my Innovation Plan Incorporating the principles outlined by Thomas and Brown in their book, “A New Culture of Learning“, into my innovation plan, “Interactive Learning Pods: A Dynamic Blended Learning Solution“, can significantly enhance the learning experience and address several key
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An ePortfolio is a digital space that holds evidence of your educational and/or professional achievements, as well as reflective writing about your experiences. You can use an ePortfolio to showcase your learning in a course or work placement, and it can also be used as employment documentation during job searches or promotion procedures. An ePortfolio
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Douglas Thomas, an associate professor at the University of Southern California, presents a refreshing perspective on the need for a paradigm shift in education. In my opinion, he makes a compelling case by challenging the traditional model of education, which revolves around the passive absorption of information and rote memorization. In his talk, Thomas said
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I recently watched this fascinating video by Daniel Pink, a business and technology writer, who shared some insights from his book “Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us”. He challenged the conventional wisdom of motivation and offered a new perspective based on scientific research. The insights shared by Daniel Pink in his video about
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Joi Ito, the director of the MIT Media Lab, offers a compelling perspective on how to navigate our rapidly changing world by becoming a “now-ist.” This approach champions building and deploying innovative ideas quickly, without waiting for permission or extensive planning. Ito backs up his argument with examples of groundbreaking projects at the Media Lab
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