BASICS OF LXD (WEEK 2): DESIGNING FOR LEARNER

Basics of LXD Course Progression

Foundations of Adult Learning

• LXD: The Why, The How, The What

• Embedding Equity in Adult Learning

Designing for Learner

•Building Learning Objectives•Beyond the Lecture: Designing Modules

Designing for Facilitator

•Beyond the Outline: Designing a Lesson Plan•Templates and Timesavers

Week 1 Week 2 Week 3

Group Agreements

Be here and be present

Think well of each other

Intent vs. Impact

Hard on systems, soft

on people

Keep confidentiality

Share the space

Expect unfinished business

Avoid assumptions, ask questions

Pause, paraphrase,

inquireLive the values

Additions? Adjustments for the virtual space?

Especially important today?

Feedback: Constructive vs Critical

What were your thoughts on the Assignment for this week?

What is the difference between the two?

GOOD LXD TREATS LEARNING OBJECTIVES AS THE FOUNDATION

Learning Objectives

Outcome oriented

Meaningful to learner

Achievable in allotted time

Applying the Learning Objectives Criteria

1.Audience: New ManagersLearner will be able to evaluate and critique employees for performance reviews.You selected 3 out of 3 correct answers .Outcome-OrientedThere is a clear outcome/action to meet.Meaningful to the LearnerThe objective is important for new managers.Achievable for the LearnerThe goal is achievable within a module.

2Audience: Primary/Elementary School StudentLearner will be able to evaluate grant proposals and make funding recommendations.You selected 1 out of 1 correct answer .Outcome-OrientedAlthough this is outcome-oriented, it is not relevant to the audience or even achievable.Meaningful to the LearnerAchievable for the Learner

3Audience: New Soccer RefereesLearner will be able to recite the 17 rules of soccer.You selected 2 out of 2 correct answers .Outcome-OrientedThis is outcome oriented as the learner (the referee) is expected to be able to do something as a result. In this case, recite the rules.Meaningful to the LearnerKnowing this rules is meaningful, as it is a key requirement to being able to do their job well (in addition to having physical stamina and people skills).Achievable for the Learner

Pop Quiz Questions & Answers

Assignment: Building Learning Objectives

Assignment: Building Learning Objectives Resources

Learning Objectives Analysis

Regarding each of the Learning Objective criteria . . .

What is the specific outcome you are planning for?

Why is this meaningful, useful, applicable to the learner?

Can the learner achieve the learning objective during the module?

How strong are your Learning Objectives? How can we help each other make them more learner-centered and powerful?

PLUS: What worked well?

DELTA: What could change?

DESIGNING FOR LEARNER: MODULES

Words or images associated with the word MODULE?

Building a Module: Mapping

Content = Knowledge

Assignment = Skill Building

Community = Reinforcement

Learner-Centered Module

Building a Module: Mapping & Brainstorming

Assignmenta.k.a. Transfer of Learning

• Immediate application• Clear Instructions• Clear Expectations

Contenta.k.a. Learn & Reflect

• Varied media for different learning styles

• Varied perspectives• Hooks the learner

Communitya.k.a. Shared Learning

• Peer sharing or collaboration

• Learner receives feedback• Discussion and reflection

Learning Objectives Content Assignment Community

Enter Learning Objective 1

Enter Learning Objective 2

Enter Learning Objective 3

Directional guidance,

mini-lesson

Driven by Adult Learning Theory Planning: Relationship with Content

+ with Each Other

Overview of the Elements of LXD

ContentEnables processing through media

Variety of perspectives

Hooks the learner

Key Question: What prework or information-sharing will you need to incorporate, in order to ensure that learners have baseline knowledge for building off of?

AssignmentsImmediate practice

Clear instructions

Defined standards for quality

Key Question: What activities will get them to USE Bloom’s Taxonomy (your driving verb of each Learning Objective)?

Community

Peer sharing or collaboration

Learner receives feedback

Discussion enables reflection and deeper learning

Key Question: How can collaboration enhance the learning experience for participants? Sharing, discussion, providing feedback, leading discussion, teaching others, reflection activities all help cement the learning

Assignment: Use Module Map and Brainstorming Tools