Reflections on ADDIE

Initially I had reservations about connecting the whole ADDIE concept to creating an e-learning teaching intervention but through the research and interactions on the blogs I started to see the validity of this method.I like that the process is cyclical and that you use each stage of the process to review the previous section and then build on from there.

I always tend to shy away from technology because I think that I am not equipped enough to use it.I must say that what I was able to accomplish with the creation of my online e-learning course on ethics exceeded even my own expectations.I will by no means call myself a techno expert but my knowledge and skills on technology have greatly improved.

I appreciated the feedback that I got from my colleagues and especially from Lianne as I was able to incorporate it into my process of creating the course.The knowledge that I acquired through the research has been very valuable and I will pursue future computer-and/or mobile technology as part of my teaching strategy.

The I & E in ADDIE

Hi everyone

 

Here are my thoughts and understanding of the implementation and evaluation process:

 Implementation:

During the implementation stage, the materials created during development are introduced to the target audience and the learning process starts. First you have to prepare the learners for the upcoming education process by providing instructions and to make sure they are familiar with the tools and have the knowledge required for completing the course (aligned to information obtained as part of the previous phases).

 

Things I will have to take into account depend on the existing infrastructure of the company where training is being carried out (if not solely m-learning based) and communicate how many points will be awarded for the completion of the module’s assessments and what is the required passing grade. I am wondering though should this be communicated beforehand or as part of the instruction of the course?

To summarize, the implementation phase is when the training is delivered and help or support is provided to the students as needed.

 

Evaluation

Formative evaluation runs parallel to the learning process and is meant to evaluate the quality of the learning materials and their reception by the students. For the formative evaluation I am thinking of having small group evaluations. The summative assessment is performed at the end of the course to determine if the training had a positive effect and will be done one on one. I am thinking of using the Donald Kirkpatrick training evaluation model. The model is divided into 4 levels and evaluates:

·         Level 1: Reaction

·         Level 2: Learning

·         Level 3: Behavior

·         Level 4: Results

I feel this model would best evaluate if the desired outcomes of the ethics module have been achieved. Evaluation is of course an ongoing process even though it is the final stage of the ADDIE process. Diligent evaluation will enable you to review and improve the educational program based on the feedback received so that any kinks or hiccups can be removed and be addressed in preparation for the next group of participants.

 

That's it...

L

Development phase

Hi everyone

Here is my understanding of the development phase thus far. This stage is where all the feedback during the analysis phase and creating the learning strategies and the tools that will be used during the design phase is communicated to the key stakeholders.

Would I be correct in my supposition that this can be seen as the "proposal" phase? Proposing to others what the intended module will entail and asking for their input and feedback? The feedback from the stakeholders will then help resolve any challenges pointed out by them and improve the development of course and also reduce the number of iterations before being sent again for another review (this might happen a few times). 

I also read that during the development phase it will be good to break the course into sections or modules and to continuously test while developing. This will be good to identify any issues before moving on to the next section and then have a test run to see how well the course is navigated and identify a few last issues before implementing the course.

Just a few thoughts as I plough to the last bit of literature...

lady on a mission

Hello everyone

I would like to design something relating to Ethics, particularly confidentiality and workplace Ethics. Some of my students are entering the workplace for the first time to complete their fourth year internship so I think it would be of value to introduce them to this module at the start of the internship. Currently there is no such course and is a perceived lack in the learning of the students.

Ethics can be a very blah topic and they have been exposed to it at university level (mostly laws and acts governing our profession) so I am not going to reinvent the wheel but rather focus more on expected behaviours and conduct required from them in the workplace. The intended online course will focus mostly on equipping participants on how to apply the principles of confidentiality and workplace ethics in the working environment.

The key objectives that I would like to focus on during the online course will be:

• Confidentiality in the workplace
• Patient Confidentiality
• Confidentiality and the responsible use of Information Technology in the workplace
• Workplace Ethics

I would like to format the course so it can be it as interactive as possible by using activities and case studies and also provide them with a platform to share their thoughts, much like this medium or a discussion forum and perhaps a self-evaluation quiz to ascertain their own level of behaviour in the workplace.

 

Of course, as the literature shows, designing a course takes a lot of consideration and there are other stakeholders to also consider in the process but I think that an online course like this will add value to their learning and equip them sufficiently for their introduction into the workplace.

 

Will this be achievable? I sure am going to try my level best! Watch this space...

 

 

Techno idiot alert!!!

Greetings colleagues,

Uhm, this is very embarrassing but I can't get onto the page where everyone's posts are on the sidebar. Where we have to respond. Can someone PLEASE remind me (in idiot's guide terms please).
Or can I just click on the link Lianne set up on Sunlearn?

This is my biggest challenge - technology and I just don't mix! One day my brain manages and the next day it's all gone. Case and point, my current "situation". Knew how to get there yesterday but today there's a blank space where the technological part of my brain used to be.

So if the teacher is this daft, can she really expect the students to fare much better? More importantly how can I assist/advise when I'm this inept myself. Hopefully there is hope for a techno idiot such as myself with the help of this module. At least I've managed to get onto my own blog:)

Here's hoping...

L

Good morning everyone

I read the articles by Keiller & Inglis-Jassiem as well as Masters & Ellaway and agree that the student voice is imperative in the planning process of a module.  I have quite a few students that are outside if Cape Town and would like to use an online approach to be more interactive with them. These would be more e-learning than blended learning because I only get to interact with them face to face for a six week contact period at the end of their internship for revision and preparation of their board exam.

I have a few question though and these are a few concerns that were also highlighted in the articles:

1. Would a questionnaire and/or survey be sufficient to ascertain their skills pertaining to technology?(perhaps it's a silly question because they are probably more techno savvy than I am but of course it is important to know).

2. What if there isn't the necessary infrastructure at that particular site? Do I look at alternative ways particularly for just that site or do I maintain uniformity throughout and use the same medium for all the students?

3. I quite like the idea of cell phone technology (m learning) because that seems the most accessible route to interact with students but the socio-economic status vary between students so not everyone might have access to a smart phone.

4. How much of the responsibility to participate in an online activity lies with the student and how much "facilitation" is required form the teacher? In the Master & Ellaway article they suggest "handholding" could be counterproductive but that the users should also not be pushed beyond their ability. How does one  find the balance?

5. Does one set a time limit on the online activity to ensure that everyone participates within a particular time frame? What if not everyone meet the deadline? Is this then a missed opportunity and they have to take responsibility for missing the deadline and find an alternative means of performing a particular task/activity (refer to number 4)?

My head is spinning at some of the technical aspects of e-learning (quite intimidating)  but at the same time I also find that the more I read, the more I learn! Perhaps I'll get clarity from some of the articles on some of the above questions as I read more but in the meantime your input will be much appreciated.

Regards
Liezel

Greetings fellow classmates and bloggers!

So here we are nearing the finish line with one more module to complete and some (of the lucky few)on the brink of completing their research projects and crossing the stage to graduate in December. Well done to all of you on your commitment and hard work and reaping the rewards very soon.

My journey took a bit of a twist because of a few health issues but I am happy with how things worked out regardless. I believe that this is how things were supposed to work out so am content that I get an additional few months to finish my mini thesis. So I'm taking the scenic route to get to the same destination-point is regardless of how long it takes, I will get to the destination! The end goal of graduating remains the same even if it is later than anticipated originally.

Am trying to work my way through the literature about e-learning and will post some views and questions soon.

Let the conversation begin!!!

L