Designing for Flexible Learning Alan Staley

Information Transfer Problem-Based Learning Experiential Learning Facts, theories, and concepts transferred to students in discrete ‘chunks’ Subject contents arises from students independent learning (in groups) in trying to solve set problems Individuals negotiate outcomes based upon learners real life experiences. Emphasis on choice and personal requirements The Subject Matter Lecturer Control Emphasis on Teaching Student Autonomy Emphasis on Learning

Information Transfer Problem-Based Learning Experiential Learning Passive receiver of information Problem solver Reflective practitioner The Student Lecturer Control Emphasis on Teaching Student Autonomy Emphasis on Learning

Information Transfer Problem-Based Learning Experiential Learning The giver of information Group facilitator of problem solving activities 1:1 Mentor Group facilitator promoting the sharing of experiences The Teacher Lecturer Control Emphasis on Teaching Student Autonomy Emphasis on Learning

Information Transfer Problem-Based Learning Experiential Learning Lectures Duplicated notes Traditional seminars Case studies Group work: Brain storming; presentations Learning contracts Directed independent learning Group work: Action Learning Sets Teaching & Learning Methods Lecturer Control Emphasis on Teaching Student Autonomy Emphasis on Learning

Information Transfer Problem-Based Learning Experiential Learning Essays Examinations Group solutions/reports Individual Learning Diaries & Portfolios of Evidence Typical Assessment Lecturer Control Emphasis on Teaching Student Autonomy Emphasis on Learning

Information Transfer Problem-Based Learning Experiential Learning Online lecture notes/PowerPoint slides Online voice lectures/video lectures Online Objective Testing Online Conference (questions from lecture) Online Multimedia Case Studies Simulations Online Conference (to discuss problem, share workloads, report back to group) Online Learning Contract Automatic upload of Learning Diary entry & Portfolio of Evidence Online Conference (to link theory/practice) Use of ICT Lecturer Control Emphasis on Teaching Student Autonomy Emphasis on Learning