Module 1 Reflection

"This module has made me think about my role as an instructional designer in the following ways..."

This module has made me think about my role as  instructional designer in the following ways:

a. how will I motivate my students to learn?

b. how will I create and implement projects that will be useful in my classroom?

c. how do I make sure that my students are taking full advantage of what project-based learning has to offer?

After watching the video lessons and completing the assignments for Module 1, I was overwhelmed with a wealth of valuable and pertinent information. It made me think about just what project-based learning is and how it is beneficial to all types of students and their learning patterns. I was intrigued from the very beginning. I had so many questions and I am glad that module allowed me to set goals, ask questions, and conduct an in-depth analysis about project-based learning and its benefits to both the teacher and student.

When I think of my role as an instructional designer, I want to be able to use trending technologies, practical teaching methods, and motivation strategies that will enhance the learning experience of all my students. I want to instructionally design a course that will grasp and maintain the attention of every student no matter if they are a low or high performing student. My goal as an instructional designer is to introduce learning material in such a way that my students do not only feel obligated to learn and participate in the course but instead that they are compelled to learn and participate because I present the material in fun, innovative way.

I have no qualms about wanting to use project-based learning in my class. It is important that implement projects that are relevant, focused, and detailed. I want to include my students in discussions that will help shape the content and flow of projects. My role as an instructional designer within the project is to provide meticulous instructions, facilitate accordingly, keep my students motivated, adhere to the project schedule, and include experts and community members who are well versed in specific subject areas.

I want to think of my role as an instructional designer more of a responsibilty. My responsibilty as an instructional designer is to assist and guuide my students, provide well thought out projects, spark their interest to readily participate in project-based learning, and incorporate a variety of lessons within the projects to enhance their learning experience.