SESSION AGENDA
- Learning objects concept and charaterization
- Practical design advice - Learning opportunities - Drafting a LO
Main Objective
Analyze the
concept and
characteristics of a
learning object by
means of theory
and sample
exploration.
What is a learning object?
Let’s explore…
-Donnarumma, D. (2008).
http://www.llas.ac.uk/materialsbank/mb095/Managing_your_ti
me.html
-Bogoya, A. (2010). Composting: A viable solution in our
school. Online available: http://rochi-
vrc.blogspot.com/p/lo1.html
-Rodríguez,M.(2013).
http://mcespinosa04.wix.com/letswritetogethergp#!task-2/c1ozf
-Duque et Al.(2013) http://virtualistening.jimdo.com/lo2/
A working Definition
Any grouping of
materials
(learning activities) that is
structured in a
meaningful way and is
tied to an educational
objective ( Johnson, 2003)
Learning Objects: A working Definition
A key quality LO:
• contains a level of
interactivity,
• will have defined
learning outcomes
and specific tasks or
activities for the
learner. (Dickens, A. and Corner, A. (n.d.)
Characteristics of Learning Objects:
Content of the material
Pedagogical Potential
File types, copyright and accessibility
Taken from: Alvarez, P. (2013). Conceptualizing and characterizing a
learning object.
Characteristics of Learning Objects:
Cost effectiveness
Customizability
Flexibility
Retrieved from:
Smith, R. (2004). The new media consortium. Guidelines for Authors of Learning Objects.
Online available: http://archive2.nmc.org/guidelines/NMC%20LO%20Guidelines.pdf
Designing LOs some
practical advice
Think ahead…
• What educational problem are
you trying to solve?
• How do you envision your
learning object being used?
Retrieved from:
Smith, R. (2004). The new media consortium. Guidelines for Authors of Learning Objects. Online
available: http://archive2.nmc.org/guidelines/NMC%20LO%20Guidelines.pdf
Designing LOs some practical
advice Think ahead…
• What copyright issues can you
identify?
• What resources do you have
available for developement? Retrieved from:
Smith, R. (2004). The new media consortium. Guidelines for Authors of Learning Objects. Online
available: http://archive2.nmc.org/guidelines/NMC%20LO%20Guidelines.pdf
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Designing LOs some
practical advice
• Keep your educational goal in focus
• Choose meaningful content that
directly supports your educational
goal
• Present content in appropriate
ways
Retrieved from:
Smith, R. (2004). The new media consortium. Guidelines for Authors of Learning Objects. Online
available: http://archive2.nmc.org/guidelines/NMC%20LO%20Guidelines.pdf
Designing LOs some
practical advice • Select appropriate activity
structures
• Offer the learner a choice of paths
through the learning object
• Offer a range of activities that
address different modalities of
learning
Retrieved from:
Smith, R. (2004). The new media consortium. Guidelines for Authors of Learning Objects. Online
available: http://archive2.nmc.org/guidelines/NMC%20LO%20Guidelines.pdf
Designing LOs some
practical advice
• Offer prompt and constrcutive
feedback
• Consider assessment issues
Retrieved from:
Smith, R. (2004). The new media consortium. Guidelines for Authors of Learning Objects. Online
available: http://archive2.nmc.org/guidelines/NMC%20LO%20Guidelines.pdf
Learning opportunities of your LOs
Enhance your
VLRCs by
including
pictures of the
school/s
participating of
the project and if
possible pictures
of your own
students.
This fosters the
sense of
belonging and
also prompts the
creation of a
community
Learning opportunities of your LOs
Give your students
immediate feedback
opportunities. Naming
this sections like: Let’s
see how much you
have learned … or
something similar
Use conversational
and friendly language
Learning opportunities of your LOs
Screenshot taken from:
http://readingstrategies.jimdo.com/
Personalize learning,
make it more
meaningful to
students
Learning opportunities of your LOs
Screenshot taken from:
http://dianisgp.wix.com/speakeasy#!step-
1/c1m7n
Use short and clear
instructions, ( make
sure langauge is
error free)
Learning opportunities of your LOs
Screenshot taken from:
http://wordyvlrc.blogspot.com/2012/10/lo2.html
Model instructions to
reasure
understanding
Learning opportunities of your LOs
Screenshot taken from: https://sites.google.com/site/elbosquespeaksenglish/let-s-work-
on-it/warm-up
As part of the
home page,
tell your
learners what
they can learn
by means of
the VLRC,
what its
sections are
and how to
make the best
out of its use.
Learning opportunities of your LOs
Have your
students
use the
VLRC
sections
which
were
designed
to scaffold
their
learning.
Learning opportunities of your LOs
The use of free
digital photos
and your own
pictures is higly
advisable
Refer your
students
constantly to
consult and
make use of
all the
sections of
your VLRC
Learning opportunities of your LOs
Image retrieved
form:http://www.taringa.net/posts/humor/12028643/Frases-de-
Sheldon-Cooper.html#
It’s your
turn now!
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