Multimedia-based Assessment

Multimedia-based assessment is a type of assessment that uses multimedia elements, such as text, images, audio, and video, to present and evaluate student learning. Multimedia-based assessments can be used to assess a wide range of skills and knowledge, from basic literacy and numeracy skills to complex problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Here is an example Read More …

Lack of digital skills disadvantages citizens

People with low digital competencies face significant disadvantages in today’s increasingly digital world. These disadvantages can manifest in a variety of ways, such as limited access to information, reduced employability, and decreased social connectedness. Limited access to information can be a significant disadvantage for those with low digital competencies. In today’s society, much of the information Read More …

Group size

The term “Group Learning Space” refers to the environment where collaborative learning occurs. It encompasses not only the physical or virtual place where learning happens, but also the dynamics, interactions, and structures that support the process. The group size and the environment in which they operate are pivotal aspects that can significantly influence the effectiveness Read More …

Considerations about “Multiple Devices”

The term “Multiple Devices” refers to a variety of electronic devices that can be used to access and display multimedia-based and interactive (learning) content. These devices include smartphones, tablets, laptops, computers, Chromebooks, and even some televisions. The increasing popularity of multimedia content and the growing use of multiple devices to access it have presented a Read More …

Bridging the Digital Divide for Adult Learners

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the digital divide poses significant challenges for individuals, particularly adult learners. The digital divide refers to the gap between those who have access to and proficiency in digital technologies and those who do not. This divide disproportionately affects adults, especially those from marginalized and disadvantaged backgrounds. However, there is Read More …

Flipped Instructional Design

1. Understanding Instructional Design Instructional design is a systematic and deliberate approach to creating effective learning experiences. It is a field of study that combines educational theory, cognitive psychology, and technological tools to design and develop instructional materials and experiences. The primary goal of instructional design is to facilitate learning and enhance learner engagement and Read More …

Flipped Instructional Design – an Innovation!

The Flipped Instructional Design integrates the Flipped Learning 3.0 framework by shifting content delivery to self-paced, learner-centric activities outside the classroom, while using in-class time for active learning and collaboration, thus promoting higher-order thinking skills, student autonomy, and personalized learning experiences. The Flipped Learning 3.0 Framework is an evolution of the flipped classroom approach, emphasizing Read More …

DigComp Framework

The Digital Competence Framework, also known as the DigComp Framework, is a set of guidelines published by the European Commission in order to support the development of digital competencies among individuals in the European Union. It provides a comprehensive and harmonized approach to the development and assessment of digital competencies, which are seen as essential Read More …