There is a constant drive to find an educational program that meets the needs all learners. One that encompasses strategies and techniques that all students can find success. There is one program that has slowly surged across the country in small and large school districts. The interest in personalized learning has grown tremendously over the past few years, and now more states are adopting this unique learning style as its educational reform system for the future. In this paper, we will identify what personalized learning is, benefits, effects, implementation into school system. Personalized learning
The term personalized learning refers to a diverse variety of learning approaches, educational …show more content…
A common misconception is that many online students spend all their time in front of the computer. According the 2008 Michigan online learning report, many students have a combination of courses that are taken online and in the physical setting. Another common myth is that online learning is “teacher less”. In a way it may appear that way because the student is learning the material on their own through a computer based program, however online teachers believe they know the students better online than face to face (Watson, J. …show more content…
Teachers who are used to the traditional lecture based lesson are receiving professional development to adapt to the changing educational system. The transition for teachers can be confusing and unsure of their role.
The online teacher’s role covers many different areas, their priority would be to personalize the learning for each student based on needs and interest. The teacher must constantly assess students’ needs with summative and formative assessments. They should also use the data received to move students on to the next level. The teacher takes on the role of the facilitator because they basically facilitate group discussions and guide students in the decision -making process. They encourage project-based learning and provide students with feedback and communication on their progress.
The student has a role as well; the student must be an active learner. As the teacher facilitates the lesson, the student is responsible for completing assigned work, conducting research, answering discussion questions and being an independent active
The term personalized learning refers to a diverse variety of learning approaches, educational …show more content…
A common misconception is that many online students spend all their time in front of the computer. According the 2008 Michigan online learning report, many students have a combination of courses that are taken online and in the physical setting. Another common myth is that online learning is “teacher less”. In a way it may appear that way because the student is learning the material on their own through a computer based program, however online teachers believe they know the students better online than face to face (Watson, J. …show more content…
Teachers who are used to the traditional lecture based lesson are receiving professional development to adapt to the changing educational system. The transition for teachers can be confusing and unsure of their role.
The online teacher’s role covers many different areas, their priority would be to personalize the learning for each student based on needs and interest. The teacher must constantly assess students’ needs with summative and formative assessments. They should also use the data received to move students on to the next level. The teacher takes on the role of the facilitator because they basically facilitate group discussions and guide students in the decision -making process. They encourage project-based learning and provide students with feedback and communication on their progress.
The student has a role as well; the student must be an active learner. As the teacher facilitates the lesson, the student is responsible for completing assigned work, conducting research, answering discussion questions and being an independent active