In this session we talked about our project
A model of learning activity design
- Activity
- Learners
- Learning environment
- Intended outcomes
Gilly Salmon’s 5 stage Model
STAGE STUDENT ACTIVITIES TUTOR ACTIVITIES
Stage 1 Access and motivation Setting up system and accessing Welcome and encouragement Guidance on where to find technical support
Stage 2 On-line socialization Sending and receiving messages Introductions Ice-breakers Ground rules Netiquette
Stage 3 Information exchange Carrying out activities Reporting and discussing findings Facilitate structured activities Assign roles and responsibilities Support use of learning materials Encourage discussions Summarize findings and/or outcomes
Stage 4 Knowledge construction Conferencing Course-related discussions Critical thinking applied to subject material Making connections between models and work-based learning experiences Facilitate open activities Facilitate the process Asking questions Encourage reflection. Tutor is very active at this stage.
Stage 5 Development. Use of conferencing in a strategic way Integration of CMC into other forms of learning Reflection on learning processes Students become critical of the medium Support Respond only when required Encourage reflection Tutor is less active and hands over to the students