DLRNG201-22B (NET)

Exploring Digital Learning: Design Principles and Teaching Strategies

15 Points

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Division of Education
Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Dianne Forbes

Dianne Forbes
9062
TC.3.24A
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dianne.forbes@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Dianne Forbes

Dianne Forbes
9062
TC.3.24A
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dianne.forbes@waikato.ac.nz

Administrator(s)

: christine.stewart@waikato.ac.nz

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Student Representative(s)

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: melanie.chivers@waikato.ac.nz

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Paper Description

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This paper examines pedagogical approaches to digital technology integration in learning contexts, and derives evidence-based principles underpinning effective digital pedagogies. Students learn to apply the principles from literature/sources presented in class to critique and design of digital learning experiences/resources.

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Paper Structure

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This paper is taught entirely online with no on-campus component.
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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the paper should be able to:

  • 1. Explore varieties of pedagogy, noting historical shifts in paradigms and modern digital innovations;
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  • 2. Consider a range of learner/user experiences and perspectives in pedagogical terms;
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  • 3. Read, critique and synthesise provided literature related to digital pedagogies;
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  • 4. Discern and evaluate principles of effective digital pedagogy;
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  • 5. Apply pedagogical principles to critique, design and evaluate specific digital learning experiences and resources.
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Assessment

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There are four assessments, all to be submitted via Moodle.
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Assessment Components

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Online discussion topics 1-3
17
  • Online: Moodle Forum Discussion
2. Online discussion topics 4-6
17
  • Online: Moodle Forum Discussion
3. Assignment one: Review and critique of digital resource
12 Sep 2022
11:30 PM
33
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
4. Assignment two: Research-informed design of digital resource
21 Oct 2022
11:30 PM
33
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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Required and Recommended Readings

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Required Readings

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Readings are stipulated in Moodle and accessible via Waikato Reading Lists

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Recommended Readings

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Readings are stipulated in Moodle and accessible via Waikato Reading Lists

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Online Support

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This paper is fully online, with all teaching in Moodle via panopto, discussion forums and individual/group feedback. The convenor is available for appointments via phone, zoom (or in person where a student is on campus). Students will need regular and reliable access to the Internet and a computer, for daily access to the class where possible. It is advisable to have a backup plan for access if the primary connection/computer fails at any stage in the trimester. The paper convenor will reply to all Moodle communications within 12-24 hours during weekdays, and is an active participant in all class discussions. Moodle is used for class notices (Announcements). It is your responsibility to check the site regularly and read the Moodle email notifications. Please ensure the email address in Moodle is the one you check regularly.

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Workload

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This paper has a credit value of 15 points, likely to require around 150 hours of work during the semester, including:

  • Checking Moodle regularly
  • Viewing video content and updates
  • Reading academic literature, from the readings list and beyond
  • Contributing to online discussions
  • Finding and reflecting upon research and digital resources
  • Carrying out research for assignments
  • Experimenting with digital tools.
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