Evaluating ditel 11

Evaluation: Diploma in Technology-Enhanced Learning 2011-2013

Unit 11: EDU 5650 – Learning through Reflection II - Design and Evaluation Themes covered in this unit: Evaluation of course units; Integrating reflection in learning events; Psychology of cyberspace; Designing for reflection; Responsible Use of the Internet Gender: Male Teaching Track: Primary Female Secondary Please indicate whether you agree or disagree with the following statements by ticking ONE answer for each statement. (5 Strongly Agree – 1 Strongly Disagree) Strongly Strongly Disagree Agree Unit Content/Method 1.

The information provided was relevant to my needs 1 2 3 4 5 2.

Unit had clear aims and learning objectives 1 2 3 4 5 3.

Unit content met my expectations 1 2 3 4 5 4.

The tutors were knowledgeable and competent 1 2 3 4 5 5.

The style of the unit was stimulating and motivating 1 2 3 4 5 6.

The assignment was relevant for my teaching 1 2 3 4 5 7.

The assignment/s involved too much work.

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The assignment/s was/were clearly explained.

1 2 3 4 5 Comment about the content and method of unit 11. Write your suggestions for improvement.

The resources provided were directly related to the content of this unit. Almost all the unit was theoretical but this was necessary. Personally, it was quite useful in order to gather enough contexts on which to broaden my thoughts and interpretations.

The learning by reflection part was of great value to elicit my teaching profession. This unit made me aware of certain reflective methodologies that are required by both the teacher and the students to enhance the learning process and the teaching performance.

The way this unit was delivered was quite monotonous as a great deal of theoretical content had to be covered. However, in the cyber ethics module, the idea of developing a presentation about legal and ethical issues and then present it during lecture time was very motivational and helped in linking the theoretical background being covered during the lectures with our own situations at the schools where we teach.

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Learning Environment The unit was structured well, comprising both FtF and on-line components.

The blended approach served to give a good insight of the theme.

The on-line component of this unit should be extended.

I was able to work on activities and assignments with other colleagues On-line learning tools were user friendly

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Evaluation: Diploma in Technology-Enhanced Learning 2011-2013 14.

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On-line learning tools were adaptable to my specific needs 1 2 3 4 Tools were available to share unit content and activities with 1 2 3 4 other learners 16. Accessing on-line material was easy and user friendly 1 2 3 4 17. The overall ‘feel’ of the environment was suitable for 1 2 3 4 learning 18. I learnt to use a variety of digital tools 1 2 3 4 Comment about the learning environment of unit 11. Write your suggestions for improvement.

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For this unit we only had face to face lectures. Having online sessions was not necessary, even though it could have been done easily. The Learning environment was adequate as the venue (Education Lab 1) is equipped properly for our needs.

Usefulness of the unit 19. My knowledge of the subject now includes some new aspects 1 2 3 4 5 20. I am able to put what I learned in the unit into practice 1 2 3 4 5 21. Through this unit I increased my skills in TEL 1 2 3 4 5 22. As a result of doing the unit, I feel better at managing blended 1 2 3 4 5 learning 23. I will recommend this unit to prospective participants 1 2 3 4 5 24. Unit content was relevant to my teaching job 1 2 3 4 5 Comments about the usefulness of unit 11. Write your suggestions for improvement.

A very useful unit for an ongoing professional development through critical reflection to evaluate the teaching methods being employed in order to adjust for better teaching practice. Then cyber ethics complement well as technology has brought a new set of ethical issues that did not exist before. In the classroom we encounter such issues all the time and this unit helped me to realize that such instances can be avoided and we, as teachers, can help the students to be prepared not only for their higher education experience but also for thier work, social and personal life.

Suggestions for future Courses Indicate the relevance of the following topics in this unit for future courses: 25. Reflection and evaluation of course units 1 2 3 4 26. Integrating reflection in learning events 1 2 3 4 27. Theories and models for reflection 1 2 3 4 28. Designing for reflection 1 2 3 4 29. Psychology of cyberspace 1 2 3 4 30. Responsible Use of the Internet 1 2 3 4 Please feel free to write any additional comments and suggest relevant topics to be included in this unit.  Teaching Cyber Ethics in the classroom  Evaluate course design to integrate elements of cyber ethics

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