Multimedia and Web Design for Education has been a course full of powerful learning experiences! Prior to taking this course, I honestly, put very little thought into the design principals of web based resources. I never thought about the insanely minute details that factor in to every single web design project. What type of text should be used? What colors are most visually appealing? How does layout impact readability? In learning about these design principals, through the ADDIE model, I have developed a new appreciation for all individuals involved in designing and building internet websites and resources. It takes a lot of thought and planning, but it makes such a difference! Through this course, I also learned about techniques that can be used to make digital content available to a diverse group of users. As an educator, knowing ways to increase accessibility to web based resources is incredibly valuable.
One of the coolest components of this class was applying all of our learning in one expansive project. The Multimedia/WebQuest project required us to take all of our learning (design principles, multimedia resources, content knowledge, etc.) and apply it in a meaningful learning task. Taking all of these resources out of isolation and actually using them to build a WebQuest was a great way to enhance the learning experience. Not only was this a fantastic way to apply our course learning, it was relevant to our classrooms. We walked away from this learning experience with resources that can be used to enhance student learning. I’m incredibly excited that my students will directly benefit from this learning experience. I look forward to building more WebQuests in the future!
In conclusion, this semester has offered many great opportunities to learn, grow, and step outside of my comfort zone. I am truly thankful for all of the knowledge and skills I gained through this course.
One of the coolest components of this class was applying all of our learning in one expansive project. The Multimedia/WebQuest project required us to take all of our learning (design principles, multimedia resources, content knowledge, etc.) and apply it in a meaningful learning task. Taking all of these resources out of isolation and actually using them to build a WebQuest was a great way to enhance the learning experience. Not only was this a fantastic way to apply our course learning, it was relevant to our classrooms. We walked away from this learning experience with resources that can be used to enhance student learning. I’m incredibly excited that my students will directly benefit from this learning experience. I look forward to building more WebQuests in the future!
In conclusion, this semester has offered many great opportunities to learn, grow, and step outside of my comfort zone. I am truly thankful for all of the knowledge and skills I gained through this course.