Instructional Design Reflection

As I finish this journey through the instructional design process, I have to look back at the beginning of the journey when we explored the different instructional design models.  I was surprised at the similarities and differences in the different models.  I realized that I typically use a variety of models, combined into my way.  While I have not designed a complete course online, I have used a combination of these models in my face to face classroom.  In looking at these models, I typically do not use the higher order in Bloom's as much as a should.  The amount of material and assessments in third grade makes extra time in short supply.  

This year, I plan to incorporate Grammar and Math into a blended platform using Goggle Classroom.  Last year, I used 3D Gamelab with multiplication practice.  It was used more as a supplement after multiplication was taught.  The students looked forward to using the 3D Gamelab but time was limited.  My plan is to incorporate all of grammar instruction, activities and assessments through Google Classroom and as part of the daily routine.  I will try to use more of Bloom's higher order of thinking questions in activities and assessments.  I also plan to use Google Classroom as a station for Guided Math.  It will be similar to what I used in 3D Gamelab but activities will be limited in each objective.  Last year I offered a large variety of activities and the students would do these activities over and over and not move one to the next objective.

This year, my class size will be smaller and we will have a full time person in the computer lab.  My hope is this teacher will be available to guide students in using programs such as Prezi,  Movie Maker, etc. in creating an assortment of higher level activities and/or assessments.  With her assistance, I plan to introduce and encourage higher level activities.

I look forward to designing instruction using the platform of Google Classroom as well as other programs to enhance students' learning this year.