ED123 - Adaptive Learning in Education

This course will provide you with a basic overview of the background and history of an innovative instructional method called Adaptive Learning (AL). AL is growing in popularity and differs from traditional educational methods as it focuses on individualized, personalized instruction for everyone. With the rise of technology, AL has a definite place in education. This course discusses the background, importance, issues, attitude changes, implementation and future of AL. The advantages outweigh any disadvantages as AL can help create individualized instruction and increase student success.


 

Course Reviews


Course Rating
"Interesting material in this course. Learned a lot of new things and would certainly be interested in introducing the concepts into my classroom."
"Although this was an easier module as it had some aspects that I have learned through other means (discussions, classwork, and practice), this was really a great module explaining in detail what I can do to ensure a great classroom dynamic."
"This was a great course and an excellent introduction to adaptive learning. I was exposed to many resources that I was not previously aware of and I know I will utilize the information I received within my teaching position. "
"I thought this course was great and helped to reinforce adaptive learning principles as well as understanding their origin. "
"Adaptive learning is essential, especially to 21st century students. I plan to take more courses and integrate what I've learned here in my future teaching."
"Excellent course. Covered not just the technology but the real-world politics involved in adopting such systems."
"I like the class. I especially liked the availability of the worksheets to download and use after the class is over. I think this management course can be extended into the management of the classroom experience, so I will examine the possible use of the applicable parts of the worksheets towards that purpose."

Course Structure


Course Format

  • Can Start Anytime
  • Self-paced (within course enrollment timeframe)
  • 4 Hours of Activities

Completion Requirements

  • Study Course Content
  • Pass ALL Required Quizzes

Certificate of Completion

  • 4 Hours of Continuing Education
  • Available for download at the end of the course

Technology Requirements

  • A Web browser with JavaScript and cookies enabled
  • Adobe Flash Player
  • Speakers or headphones

Course Objectives


Module 1: Importance of Adaptive Learning

  • Describe the background of the adaptive learning movement.
  • Define key historical characteristics and definitions of adaptive learning.
  • List three (3) models of adaptive learning.
  • Describe the impact of adaptive learning on education.
  • Reflect on the core elements of adaptive learning.

Module 2: Shifts and Changes in Education

  • Explain the institutional and instructor change of attitude in teaching when using adaptive learning.
  • Reflect on institutional academic standards when using adaptive learning.
  • Describe basic elements that can account for instructor limitations in adaptive learning methods.
  • List students' misconceptions, resistance and responsibilities concerning adaptive learning.

Module 3: Implementation of Adaptive Learning

  • Explain steps to develop a plan for implementing adaptive learning techniques and recognize the barriers.
  • Identify 3-5 key players in the adaptive learning movement.
  • Describe technology tools used in adaptive learning.
  • List low-risk adaptive learning strategies.
  • Explain the types of assessment used in adaptive learning.

Module 4: Adaptive Learning Beyond Today

  • Describe the benefits of adaptive learning for the 21st century learner.
  • Analyze the differences between traditional learning and adaptive learning.
  • Explain the concept of the "gamification" as it pertains to adaptive learning.
  • Identify the basic ideals of adaptive learning for the masses.

Module 5: Community TV

  • NA

Lounge Group


This course provides you with a lifelong peer-to-peer learning opportunity through a specific Performance Group created within the Career College Lounge, a learning community of career college professionals. This allows you to learn and share with your peers at any time you want, even after you complete the course.

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