Flipped learning and Tinkercad

Multi-Access learning defines 4 levels of access:

• face-to-face
• synchronous online
• asynchronous online
• open access

But, can also integrate blended designs. It is important to note that the Multi-Access learning model developed in 2006 by Valerie Irvine, goes far beyond modality access. There are different ways to deliver multi access learning including:

• Hyflex
• Blended Synchronous
• Synchronous hybrid

How these are implemented is based on the class and access to resources/tech as well as teacher preference. Decisions around how to use the online component are made as teachers consider their pedagogical approach and choose between:

• Flexible learning
• Flipped learning (content is learned before class through recordings and other resources)
• Inquiry-based learning (creating time and space for independent learning)

There are pros and cons to all types of learning such as access, available time to prep, multilevel learners and familiarity with technology. It seems that that the hyflex model provides 4 different ways to interact with coursework so likely with satisfy most learners’ needs but can still be labour intensive for the teacher. Flipped learning may work well as an in class solution to a diverse learning needs classroom so that some students can work more independently or at a different pace than others who may need more teacher support. Videos can be watched then have learning stations set up to engage in active collaborative problem solving and project work. A concern for elementary online teaching is being able to keep the students engaged so I think synchronous learning with active participation would be the best option for k-5 if classes need to go exclusively online again in future.

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