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Responsive Learning Experience Design: In the Trenches

32 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -

We discuss technology, technical training, workforce development, building opportunities in our communities, and creating effective learning experiences.

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E20: Keith Instone UX/UI

August 31, 2022 21:23 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

Mike and I talk with Keith Instone about User Experience and User Interface design, commonly referred to as UX/UI. Keith is a user experience professional who is very involved with the Ohio tech community. You can keep up with his activities and thoughts at DexterityUX.com. In this episode Keith, Mike, and I dig into the definition of UX/UI and the role it plays in product design. Keith’s site: https://dexterityux.com/ Keith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithinstone/ T...

E19: Building Technologists - Tech Opportunities for Rural Schools

August 21, 2022 22:00 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MB

Mike and I talk about the need to build technologists to fuel the high-tech economy in Ohio. The demand for technologists is growing, but many of the kids in our K-12 school districts are being left behind because their schools struggle to either find funding or to find qualified faculty for tech training programs. We discuss some of the projects being created to address these challenges, including my project called Making Software Makers, which is a platform that teaches kids how t...

E18: Anthony Wayne Innovation and Design Center

July 22, 2022 21:42 - 51 minutes - 47 MB

Mike and I talk about a very cool project that he is spearheading in his area called the Anthony Wayne Innovation and Design Center. This exciting project aims to build community, provide technical training, and develop the workforce in Northwest Ohio. Program overview Mike’s overall vision The importance of giving young people opportunities in smaller communities Why the proper physical space is important Why it is critical to involve local businesses This is also available a...

E17: Interview with Evan Painter from Land Moto

June 28, 2022 14:15 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MB

We interview Evan Painter from Land Moto. Land is a Cleveland-based maker of electric motorcycles and distributed power. We discuss Land’s products, their history, their future, and how much fun electric motorcycles are. We talk about the following points: Introductions Land Moto’s Vision Creative Problem Solving The Design of the Land Moto Working Space Pubic Reaction to Land’s Motorcycles How to get a Land Moto Motorcycle Land Moto Website: landmoto.io This session is also...

E16: Creative Problem Solving

June 06, 2022 20:51 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MB

We discuss creative problem solving, creative problem solvers, and how to create a workplace environment that fosters creative approaches to solving problems. We talk about the following points: Creative problem solving, design thinking, and the scientific method. The need for a growth mindset. The advantages of having a wide range of perspectives on a problem-solving team. The effect that the physical space in which a person works can have on creativity. What employers can do ...

E15: Workforce Development

May 27, 2022 16:55 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

We discuss some of the technical training projects that we’re working on and talk about workforce development in Ohio. This session is also available as a videocast on Mike’s YouTube channel.

E14: Guidance

February 13, 2021 15:29 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

After a rather long hiatus we discuss feedback and guidance in the classroom and how guidance is really at the heart of what we do as teachers.

E13: Engagement

October 09, 2020 17:42 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

In this episode, we discuss the concept of engagement in the classroom. It is very difficult for participants in a class to learn if they are not engaged with the topics and material. That said, there is a lot of confusion about exactly what engagement is and how to engage students. We try to shed some light on this important topic.

E12: Socialization

August 31, 2020 20:58 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MB

In this episode, we discuss the importance of socialization early in a class. Socialization leads to interactions between students and the formation of relationships but these things don’t just happen on their own - they must be encouraged. This is especially important now, when classes may suddenly go from in-person to remote on short notice.

E11: Naming Things Part 2

July 19, 2020 00:10 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

In this episode, we continue our discussion about naming and defining course elements. Last time we discussed naming course content elements - this time we discuss naming activities, assessments, and other course elements that we have learners perform.  SoundCloud recordings of Ohio Leads Virtual Summit 2020: https://soundcloud.com/nsccdesign/sets/ohioleads-virtual-summit-2020?ref=clipboard

Bonus Episode: Course Design Session 04 - Reflecting on the Process

June 17, 2020 12:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

In this episode, Mike and Dr. Allen Berres continue our conversation with Michael Clink about redesigning an art class for next fall. The course has been submitted for review and we reflect on the redesign experience.

E10: Naming Things Part 01

June 10, 2020 12:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MB

In this episode, we take our first steps at codifying Responsive Learning Experience Design. The first order of business is naming and defining course elements so that we can speak with precision about the overall process. We start with naming and defining content elements of a course.

Bonus Episode: Ohio Leads Summit Day 3

June 05, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

In this episode, we recap Day 3 of the Ohio Leads Virtual Summit 2020 with Keith Instone.

Bonus Episode: Ohio Leads Summit 2020 Recap

June 05, 2020 12:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

In this episode, we recap the Ohio Leads Virtual Summit 2020 with Lisa Schaller and Keith Instone.

Bonus Episode: Ohio Leads Summit Day 1

June 02, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In this episode, we recap Day 1 of the Ohio Leads conference with Keith Instone and Alex Cummins. Day 1 of the Summit was all about communicating with students when moving online.

Bonus Episode: Course Design Session 03 - Chunking Content

May 28, 2020 12:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

In this episode, Mike, Dr. Allen Berres, and I continue our conversation with Michael Clink about redesigning an art class for next fall. We talk about chunking content into lessons and modules.

E9: Summer Plans

May 24, 2020 12:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

In this episode, we discuss how we plan to relax, recharge, and sharpen the saw over the summer.

E8: Ohio LEADS Virtual Summit

May 07, 2020 21:30 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MB

In this episode, we discuss the upcoming Ohio LEADS Virtual Summit. This summit will take a look back at education’s response to COVID-19 in the spring of 2020 and take a look forward to how we will respond in the fall of 2020 and beyond.  Ohio LEADS Virtual Summit 2020  June 1 - 4 2020  Eventbrite Link to sign up for the conference: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ohioleads-virtual-summit-2020-tickets-104340834244

BONUS Bonus Episode: Course Design Session 01 - Rubrics

May 06, 2020 21:15 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Michael Clink about redesigning an art class for next fall. We talk about assessments, rubrics, and giving students good guardrails early in courses.

BONUS Bonus Episode: Course Design Session 02 - Rubrics

May 06, 2020 21:15 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Michael Clink about redesigning an art class for next fall. We talk about assessments, rubrics, and giving students good guardrails early in courses.

Bonus Episode: Course Design Session 02 - Rubrics

May 06, 2020 21:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Michael Clink about redesigning an art class for next fall. We talk about assessments, rubrics, and giving students good guardrails early in courses.

Bonus Episode: Course Design Session 01 - Backward Design

April 28, 2020 20:30 - 52 minutes - 48 MB

In this episode, Mike begins working with his colleague Michael Clink to redesign an art class for next fall. Mike and Mike talk about general course design considerations and backward design.

E7: Learner Responsibilities For Success

April 20, 2020 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

In this episode, we discuss the responsibilities that learners have if they are to be successful in an online learning environment.  Be proactive  Make sure you understand and can use all the technology to be used in the class Make sure you understand how the instructional staff will communicate with you Make sure you understand where and how to get help Make sure you understand how you are to communicate with peers Don’t be shy - participate! This encourages others to partici...

Bonus Episode: Hitting The Wall

April 19, 2020 17:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MB

In this episode, we talk about hitting the wall with remote classes and discuss techniques to de-stress, refocus, and keep pushing forward to the end of the semester.

E6: Learner Needs for Remote Learning

April 08, 2020 23:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MB

In this episode, we discuss what support learners need to set them up for success in an online or remote learning experience.  Clear communication plan from instructional staff Clear explanation and supporting resources for all technology to be used in the course A clear calendar (meeting times, due dates, etc) A clear explanation of how class sessions will flow Clear advice on how to re-orient when getting back into a class or a study session for the class

E5: 30 Days to Better Online Learning

April 08, 2020 14:30 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MB

In this episode, we introduce a series of podcasts in which we will be discussing techniques for better online learning from the learner's perspective.  Introduction of the series Discuss our experience with this topic Preparation: What is different about an online course? Define “online” Compare and contrast: Communication with instructional staff Communication with peers Collaboration with peers/group work Participation during class Re-orienting yourself for class or fo...

E4: Getting a Student's Perspective - An Interview with Dinah Ward

April 04, 2020 16:00 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MB

In this episode we interview Dinah Ward and discuss the following about her first week of online learning during the coronavirus shut down at The Ohio State University:  Number of classes and subjects  What techniques/technologies her instructors are using  Was going online a cross-university effort or teacher-by-teacher? What is the biggest change for her? What techniques/technologies are working the best? Which techniques/technologies are not working as well? What changes w...

E3: Week 1 Recap + Curriculum Development Workflow

April 02, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics including: Recap of week 1 remote learning  Using an LMS in remote learning  Post-production of recorded video learning sessions  Using breakout rooms in Zoom  Zoom video for using breakout rooms: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/206476093-Getting-Started-with-Breakout-Rooms Other ways of encouraging interaction/socialization in Zoom  How the emergency move to online is influencing thoughts about designing and running c...

S1:E2 Day 2 Remote Learning During Ohio COVID-19 Shutdown

March 29, 2020 19:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss Day 2 of switching to remote learning due to the coronavirus shutdown order in Ohio and we start to define Responsive Learning Experience Design.

E2: Day 2 Remote Learning During Ohio COVID-19 Shutdown

March 29, 2020 19:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics including: Review of Day 2 of remote learning in Ohio How to teach the use of tools in a remote class Reinforcing the value of socializing participants and instructors  It is so much easier to give the benefit of the doubt to someone you’ve met (either virtually or in-person)  Connections are so important  Webcams on!  Connectedness in the digital age  Maximizing existing tools - the only net new tool is Zoom  K-12 plans for t...

Season 1, Episode 1: Day 1 Remote Learning During Ohio COVID-19 Shutdown

March 25, 2020 21:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB

In this episode, we discuss Day 1 of switching to remote learning due to the coronavirus shutdown order in Ohio. We discuss what went well, the challenges, and the lessons from day one. We also discuss some tips and tricks for making remote learning, in whatever setting, more effective.

E1: Day 1 Remote Learning During Ohio COVID-19 Shutdown

March 25, 2020 21:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB

In this episode, we talk about a variety of topics including: Day 1 status - what went well and what didn't The importance of socialization to successful online learning experiences How consistent communication plans contribute to successful online learning experiences Why structure is important in online courses Leveraging moderators  The importance of level setting and setting expectations on the first day of an online course Using Zoom breakout rooms for small group intera...