Understanding Distant Education Learners

Iza and Hana did a very well planned and interesting presentation. It was on about Understanding Distance Education Learners.

From the presentation I was able to gather important points that were vital in my understanding of this topic. Among them were that preparation of a distance learning module whereby it has to be designed to cater the needs of learners of different abilities and level of understanding. It also has to be designed in various methods in order to attract the learners. This process is inevitably difficult and proves to be an obstacle that requires a lot of consideration from the educator.

Besides that, an educator should be planning activities that engages the learners leaving them wanting for more. An educator should bear in mind that this is not a face-to-face learning environment. Therefore, an educator should not only be creative but at the same time innovative as well.

Planning Teaching At A Distance

In this session, Mr. Tee started his class with a role play. It was very interesting. Moreover, the role play made us understand that the planning stage is very important in distance learning. This is simply because there is no face-to-face communication.

So, here we were exposed to the ADDIE model. Every stage that are; Analyze, Design, Development, Implement and Evaluate in ADDIE are equally important to ensure maximum output. This model which works in a spiral form was done thoroughly so that the users who are distance learners will gain the maximum benefit out of a module.

Basically, it has thought me that planning a module for distance learning need a lot of consideration from many aspects. Besides, it has given me a clearer picture on doing my assignment.

Here are some pictures that may enhance our knowledge on this matter :

*for those who would like to know more on this topic I found this few websites really helpful. Hope you guys will find it so too!

http://itsinfo.tamu.edu/workshops/handouts/pdf_handouts/addie.pdf

http://www.learning-theories.com/addie-model.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ADDIE_Model