Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash Embracing Variability in Learning Design Universal Design for Learning (UDL) emphasizes planning for variability via three principles which are multiple means of representation, action and expression, and engagement. It anticipates barriers by offering varied ways to access content. For instance, we can consider videos or texts for CS algorithms,…
As a computer science major, I’ve experienced both synchronous and asynchronous learning formats and I think that each has its distinct advantages and drawbacks. Synchronous learning, like live Zoom lectures or in-person classes, mimics traditional education with real-time interactions which entails professors demo coding in Python or debug algorithms on the spot eliciting immediate Q&A…
I completely resonate with your perspective on project-based learning as it mirrors my own experiences in fostering deeper, adaptable skills. In traditional education, problems often come with predefined answers which limits creativity and real-world applicability, but project-based learning immerses learners in authentic scenarios such as developing a sustainable app prototype or organizing a community event….
I totally agree with you on the learning outcomes. They were a big help in my tough classes too, like math or computer science. At first, they felt unnecessary too, but now I see them as a roadmap. They show exactly what to focus on, making study time smarter. Like you said, theyāre great checklists…
Photo by Declan Sun on Unsplash Backward Design Planning with end goals in mind is an excellent way to narrow down the scope of the plan. A plan without end goals to guide it can become too cloudy at one point or another and can make the people involved lose the motivation and the discipline…
Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash Welcome! Hello, my name is Harwin. I am a final year computer science student at UVic. I was born and raised in India and only moved to this country to pursue a bachelor’s degree, which is a big deal in any Indian family. I chose computer science for the…
There is this statement that has been around for so long and is incessantly perpetuated by everyone that once you are past a certain age, you cannot take on difficult things and achieve a certain mastery in them. While it certainly becomes more challenging to take on difficult skillsets as we grow older, it is…
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