Design and Development: Clarifying the Problem These guidelines and reflections provide a structured approach to conducting action research and aligning it with ongoing innovation efforts to enhance the learning experience at Valdymas College. 1. How has the work that I have been doing in my innovation planning helped me with the action research topic selection? […]
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Unleashing Student Potential: Applying COVA Principles to Math Instruction on a Digital Platform COVA stands for Choice, Ownership, Voice, and Authenticity, a set of educational principles aimed at enhancing student engagement and promoting meaningful learning experiences leveraging digital platforms for driving personalized learning. I wished I had learnt mathematics in this age of digital learning.
The Power of Playful Learning: Igniting Young Minds in Pre-Kindergarten Integrating active and personalized learning with digital environments is essential for establishing a significant learning environment that continuously drives improvements in student engagement and learning outcomes. This integration can be approached by leveraging digital tools and platforms to foster a student-centered, engaging, and adaptive learning
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Digital Environments for Collaborative Writing and Ideation in Active Learning Incorporating the 5 Keys Principles of Effective Professional Learning The use of various digital environments that support collaborative writing, ideation, and active learning, with a focus on e-Portfolios, student ownership, engagement, and personalized learning. The goal is to foster transformational learning where students connect deeply
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Improving Schools and Empowering Educators In the book “Action Research: Improving Schools and Empowering Educators” by Craig A. Mertler, the action research process is organized into four main stages, each comprising specific steps designed to guide educators in systematic inquiry to improve educational practices and outcomes. Below is a summary of these stages and steps,
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Enhancing Education with Digital Tools in Digital Environments Going through and summarizing the works of Patti Dobrowolski and Sugata Mitra, in their respective TED Talks, where they explored the transformative approaches to achieving personal goals and enhancing education through visualization and technology, below are points to consider in my view. Visualizing Goals for Personal Achievement
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Supporting Personalized Learning with ePortfolios at Valdymas College This approach aligns with contemporary educational philosophies that prioritize the learner’s needs and promote active, dynamic, and social learning processes. Here, let elaborate on three key concepts that underpin the effective use of technology in education, drawing from the insights of educational thought leaders. Empoer your Learning with
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A Call to Action for Transforming Professional Learning: Valdymas College The Why: Backstory and Motivation At Valdymas College, we had long adhered to the traditional “sit and get” model of professional learning (PL), characterized by lengthy presentations and minimal interaction. Over time, it became clear that this model was ineffective; educators felt disengaged, and the
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E-Portfolio: Progressive Education Teaching and training students is dear to my heart. And this quote from Seymour Papert on the role of the teacher from the video (https://youtu.be/g2tkEhaICy4) has been my watchword. “The role of the teacher is to create the conditions for invention rather than provide ready-made knowledge”. This quote points to me as
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How Digital innovations help to transform Valdymas College of Advanced Studies and Digital Transformation. Transforming educational institutions through technology involves leveraging innovative solutions to enhance learning, learning experiences, simplify administrative processes, and ensure improved allocation of resources to drive digitalization. Learning should be adapted towards solving real problems in our unique world. Learning should be
