As an online course designer, it is important to design learning experiences that accommodate the diverse needs of all learners. In my planned learning activities, financial knowledge is the subject matter that can benefit everyone, regardless of their background or education level. It is also crucial to ensure that the learning experiences and resources are interactive and accessible to all learners.
One way to ensure that the needs of all learners are met is to design the learning resources with different learning styles in mind. Some learners may be visual learners who prefer to learn through images and videos of reading a budget, while others may be auditory learners who prefer to listen to lectures or discussions of a financial situation. To attend these learners’ learning styles, the design of their online learning experiences can highlight a combination of visual and auditory resources, such as videos, infographics, and podcasts of money-related issues. Additionally, the learning activities can be designed to allow learners to practice applying financial concepts through interactive exercises and simulations.
Another way to remove potential barriers is to simplify professional financial terms and the associated calculations. Many first-time learners may feel overwhelmed or intimidated by the complex jargon and calculations used in finance, which can dis-encourage them from engaging with the subject matter. To address this concern, I can provide a glossary of these key terms, with clear explanations of these financial codes and concepts. Moreover, I can offer step-by-step guidance on how to perform financial calculations. All of these scaffolding considerations can be done through the use of plain language and accessible examples that relate to learners’ everyday experiences.
Furthermore, to ensure that the online learning experiences provide more pathways for learner success, it is important to make them flexible and adaptable. Different learners may have different levels of prior knowledge and experience with finance, and may require different levels of support and guidance. Therefore, the course can be designed to allow learners to progress at their own pace and choose the topics and activities that are most relevant to their needs and interests. Additionally, the learning resources can offer personalized feedback and support to help learners track their progress and identify areas for improvement.
In conclusion, creating interactive financial knowledge learning experiences online that take care of the needs of all learners requires a thoughtful and inclusive design. By designing learning resources with different learning styles in mind, simplifying professional terms and financial calculations, and offering flexible and adaptable pathways to success, I can remove potential barriers and ensure that all learners have access to the knowledge and skills they need to manage their finances effectively.
Hi Ziqi,
Thank you for sharing! Your approach to designing learning experiences that accommodate the diverse needs of all learners is commendable. I like your different learning styles, such as highlighting the combination of visual and auditory resources to meet the needs of visual and auditory learners. In addition, providing flexibility and adaptability in the course design enables learners to progress at their own pace.
Hi Ziqi,
Thanks for your posting.
I strongly agree with what you said about designing different learning styles in the face of different levels of knowledge of learners. A learning approach and learning pace that is appropriate for the learner can be very effective for their success.
Hi Ziqi! Thank you for your post! I would suggest creating learning experiences based on learning outcomes rather than learning styles. It is essential to align learning outcomes with appropriate teaching strategies to help learners achieve them. For example, if we teach geography and want students to show a specific location on the map. We would need to apply “visual” strategies regardless of what students may prefer; otherwise, they won’t be able to find this location on the map.