Design
The design area quickly became one of my favorites as I recognized the need for quality instructional design when solving educational problems. Using an instructional design model helped me to determine if instruction was needed and, if it was, to plan successful instruction that effectively meets the needs of the learner.
These artifacts show that I have a strong understanding of instructional systems design, message design, instructional strategies, and learner characteristics.
Artifacts
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Instructional Design; Interpreting ArtThis instructional design goes through the full Kemp design model to determine if instruction is needed to solve an educational problem. It begins with the condition that sixth through eighth grade students in Visual Art I class at Hyde Middle School do not know how to effectively interpret art. They should be able to apply an art criticism model when viewing and interpreting art. I consider this to be one of my most thoroughly researched and detail-oriented studies that was a breakthrough in how I view and execute the instructional design process. |
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Instructional Unit; Interpreting ArtThis instructional unit is the result of the above Instructional Design artifact. It contains all instructor and student materials needed to carry out a step-by-step lesson that teaches middle school students to use an art criticism model when interpreting a work of art. Using three scaffolded lessons and a final exam, students develop both their ability to interpret a work of art and their ability to clearly articulate their thoughts in writing. Note: The print version of this unit also contains overhead transparencies and matted reproductions of each presented work of art. |
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Krause Center for Innovation; PracticumIn the summer of 2006, I completed my practicum at the Krause Center for Innovation (KCI), Foothill College, Los Altos, California. I had three major projects during this practicum, all of which are outlined in this final report which was presented to my supervisor.
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ePortfolio Program; Interactive WebsiteI followed a Project-Based Learning design model to create this ePortfolio program for my students at Hyde Middle School. This website showcases the entire project, which includes a discussion starter, a movie of the ePortfolio vision, information on why we are doing ePortfolios, frequently asked questions (including how it is assessed, expectations, etc.), a PHP-based student portfolio management tool, and the actual portfolios made by my students. I am currently in the process of redesigning this web-based program after going through a series of user tests for one year. Note: To view the "Mangage my Portfolio" link on the site, you can enter this temporary login - Username: johntheexample, Password: doe |
Contact Stephanie: steph@designsplendor.com
