Theory Section of Portfolio |
Prompt: This section of the porfolio should be in the form of a formal paper with five main sections as described below. Appropriate references should be given in APA style.
Format: In HTML. The page should be hyperlinked to/from the main 590 portfolio page.
Section 1. Introduction. (75-150 words) should be a short introduction to your paper. Tell us what you are going to say.
Section 2. Learning Theory. (750 to 1,500 words) should provide a basic review of learning theories. One model for outlining this review could be Gillani's approach--(a) behavioral (b) cognitive, (c) social, and (d) psychological--although you are not restricted to that outline. This section does not have to be in depth, but should make it clear that you are aware of the broad range of learning theory.
Section 3. Learning Theory and Online Learning Environments. (500 to 1,000 words) should discuss the implications of these learning theories on online learning. Here, you may give examples of other online learning activities based on your readings and research. This section should make it clear that you understand how learning theory can (or can not) contribute to the design of online learning.
Section 4. Case Study. (750 to 1,500 words) should contain two parts.
Part One should outline your own personal learning theory as it applies to your particular discipline. Are you a constructivist? Behaviorist? Even if you are a pluralist/pragmatist/agnostic about learning theory and pedagogy, this section should make it clear what you believe and/or how you approach online class design.
Part Two should discuss in detail the theoretical/pedagogical choices you made in designing your online class. Give specific examples. Connect the theory to the specific application in your class. Were you able to implement your own personal learning theory? How? (or Why not?). Did you use one overall theoretical /pedagogical approach? Did you use more than one? How? Why? Discuss the specific choices you made and give details on how you carried those choices out.
Section 4. Conclusion. (75-150 words) Sum up what you said.
RUBRIC Total Assignment Value: 25 Points |
CRITERIA |
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Section 2: |
7 points Section demonstrates clear understanding of learning theory. |
5 points Section demonstrates a basic understanding of learning theory. |
3 points Section demonstrates little evidence of understanding learning theory. |
Section 3: |
5 points The writer insightfully applies learning theory to appropriate online learning environments. |
3 points The writer attempts to apply learning theory to online learning environments. |
2 points The writer makes minimal connection between learning theory and online learning environments. |
| Section 4: Case Study. |
8 points Case Study clearly outlines personal learning theory. Section discusses in detail theoretical choices, provides specific examples, and makes clear connections between theory and application. |
5 points Case Study outlines personal learning theory. Section discusses theoretical choices and attempts to make connections with specific applications in the class. |
3 points Case Study outlines personal learning theory, but ineffectively. Section discusses theoretical choices, but connections with specific applications in the class are unclear. |
The written work is logically organized, demonstrates clarity of thought, coherence, with professional vocabulary, including professional level grammar and appearance utilizing cited research to support ideas when appropriate. |
5 points The writer demonstrates a clear command of organizational writing skills. Written work consistently demonstrates clarity of thought, coherence, and professional vocabulary. Written work displays fluent grammar and utilizes APA format including the citation of research sources when appropriate. |
2 points Written work moderately demonstrates clarity of thought, coherence, and professional vocabulary. Written work displays a few errors in grammar and minimally utilizes APA format including the citation of research sources when appropriate. |
0 points Written work minimally demonstrates clarity of thought, coherence, and professional vocabulary. Written work displays several errors in grammar and does not utilize APA format including the citation of research sources when appropriate. |
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