Universal Design for Learning SEMESTER 2 ASSIGNMENT 2023/2024 Damian.X.Gordon@TUDublin.ie Edel.Gallagher@TUDublin.ie ______________ Due Date: 30/04/2022 Question 1 * Pick a topic of interest to you; it can be anything at all, including UDL. * You are going to create a teaching resource about this topic. * Define between 4-7 learning outcomes that describe the goals of this resource. * Create some designs for this resource: o You should think of a range of types of people who might like to learn this content o You should consider a range of delivery mechanisms, e.g. text, multimedia, graphics, and external content. o You should consider how you are going to assess the learning * Create any three of the following types of content using particular technologies: o Text could be powerpoint, Word document, PDF, web page, etc. o Multimedia could be video, audio, animation, etc. o Graphics could be diagrams, infographics, MindMaps, etc. o External Content could be links to videos, links to simulations, etc. * Create the assessment with at least one alternative. ADDITIONAL NOTES: * In terms of the content that you produce, I want you to focus on a very specific sub-topic within the topic you have selected. So the sub-topic should be something that would take between 5 minutes to 10 minutes to teach in a classroom setting * I don t mind whether you produce the content yourself, or you locate content on-line that you feel embodies what you want to teach about this sub-topic * If you are creating audio content, keep it to a maximum of 10 minutes; if you are producing video content, keep it to a maximum of 15 minutes; if you are producing PowerPoints, keep it to a maximum of 30 slides; if you are producing a Glossary, keep it to a maximum of 25 definitions. * So, for example, you could produce for the Text a glossary of 20 definitions, for the Multimedia you could record a 10 minute audio, and for the Graphics you could find a nice Infographic on-line, and that would be you done. Question 2 * Write a report with the following sections: o A cover with your details (name and number) and module title o An introduction of at least 200 words o A Description of what you did, with all you design choices, diagrams, etc. of at least 500 words o A Reflections section of at least 100 words. o A copy of all the other activities we did in class on computer. o Add in at least 5 references. Question 3 (* MSc Students only *) * As part of your MSc you are required to keep a weekly journal of your MSc journey, please include the first 4 weeks of reflections on this module in your submission. Don't worry if you want to say something critical about me, or my teaching, I'm a big boy, I can take it. Marking Schema: Structured Activity with Output Organisation, Presentation and Structure * e-learning resource are well-organised and logically structured. * Conventions for academic writing have been followed where necessary. * Presentation is very good with few/no errors. Development and Implementation of Project * e-learning resource are well-developed and a pedagogically sound justification is made for the appropriate use of the selected technologies to support learning within a particular context. * The choice of tools and methodology is justified for the learning resource. * There is strong evidence of consideration of appropriate instructional/learning design models and processes. * Learning objectives are clear and align with the implementation of the resource. * Developed resource reflects group collaboration and consensus. Integration of Scholarship * Where appropriate, e-learning resource include appropriate and up-to-date references for secondary material and any academic sources. * Correct use of academic and referencing conventions. Individual Reflection Organisation, Presentation and Structure * Reflective commentary is clearly planned and developed, well-presented and organised. * Logical structure and suitable format for an assignment at this level. * Written style is coherent and concise, and presentation conforms to guidelines. * Close attention to academic conventions concerning referencing, and references list, quotations and in-text citations. Application of Theory to Professional Practice * Strong evidence of engagement with key issues in instructional design. * Strong connections made with professional practice and professional context. * Clear alignment between learning objectives, design of e-learning resource content, and appropriate assessment methods used. * Strong evidence of critical reflection on theory and application to practice. Reflection on Learning * Evidence of in-depth reflection, critical thinking and analysis informing project decisions. * Evidence of reflection on the design and development processes. * Evidence of reflection on the group work and individual contribution to the group project. * Identification of a clear set of actions for further professional development. * Commentary shows clarity of meaning and purpose. * Links have been made with the professional development of the participant and the context in which they are working. Integration of Scholarship * Evidence of critical analysis and/or synthesis of appropriate literature on instructional design and development. * Commentary demonstrates verifiable and comprehensive awareness of relevant and pertinent literature to inform the rationale for the e-learning resource, design and development processes. * Correct use of academic and referencing conventions. Submission Date and Details: You are required to submit by the due date stated above. Your submission will be in the following two ways (1) by email with an email heading UDL ASSIGNMENT #1, and (2) Submit on Brightspace.