Virtual Viewpoints

Author: MelissaTracy

Created: 2014-05-30 10:34pm

Edited: 2014-05-30 10:58pm

Keywords: REAPS, PBL, self-directed learning, wiki, TASC wheel, group work

Description:

This design is built upon elements from other learning designs and theories of 21st century learning, self-directed learning and problem-based learning (PBL). Elements from PBL, Real Engagement through Active Problem Solving (REAPS) and Thinking Actively in a Social Context (TASC) are included in this design. In addition there is a defined ICT element as students use Web 2.0 programs to document their research and findings. Students demonstrate reflection in action as they work in small groups on an ill-defined problem or issue, gather information, refine their ideas, create a solution and reflect on their journey.

Intended Learning Outcomes:

Problem solving skills
Exploratory talk skills
Productive group work
Research skills – skills in using technology
Critical thinking skills
Reflection skills

	Resources		Tasks		Supports

←	-Introduction to topic or issue	←	Gather/Organise Brainstorm all that is known on topic Computer research in pairs – fact finding ↓	←	*KWH Chart
			↓	←	*Small group brainstorming
			↓	←	*Research in pairs


	-Stakeholder groups organised		Identify Discuss focus question Respond to blog post from perspective of stakeholder group ↓	←	Small group discussion
	-Focus question given		↓	←	*Response to blog – in pairs
	-Blog post		↓


	-Blog post		Decide Through discussion decide on which solution group will implement Post decision and reasons for decision in response to blog prompt *Gather further information if needed ↓	←	Small group discussion
			↓	←	*Response to blog – in pairs


	-Blog post		Implement Create solution Post image, link, film or description of solution during working stages on blog *Post completed solution – image, link or film – including description of how it works on blog ↓	←	*In pairs - design solution
			↓	←	*Post progress on blog
			↓	←	*Post solution on blog


	-Blog post		Evaluate Meet with teacher to discuss solution Post 2 positives and 1 aspect for rethinking on blog *Refine design ↓	←	*Group discussion with teacher
	-Groups meet with teacher to discuss solutions and refine ideas		↓	←	*Post reflection on blog


	-Blog post		Communicate Present to other stakeholder groups for discussion Present solution to issue to real stakeholders in community or film presentation and post on blog – invite relevant parties to view and comment ↓	←	*Groups present to class and other stakeholder groups
	-Stakeholder groups present to community representatives		↓	←	*Groups present to stakeholders from community


	-Blog post		Reflect Respond to blog post as reflection Compile blog posts as a journal of the progress made and the journey taken to finalise product/solution. ↓	←	*Small group reflection
	-Reflection journal

Additional information

Suggested Assessment
• Ongoing concept map to show students’ connections between ideas and topics
• Blog entries
• Discussions
• Final products

All of the resources and supports needed, should be prepared prior to the beginning of the teaching session.

Student groups will be known online by their stakeholder group name, no names will be made public.