In August, I joined the MoodleMoot Virtual Conference 2017, aka
MMVC17. This is the sixth year for this three-day conference. Presenters are
accomplished, well respected educators with connections to Teaching English as
a Second Language (TESOL) or use technology in effective ways in online and blended learning
opportunities.
I’ll
review those MMVC17 presentations that most closely relate to topics that I
find interesting and important for my professional development. Currently,
these presentations describe research based, effective learning trends from
around the world. All align with my state's professional learning goals.
Badges
are awarded for a variety of activities. Badges that lead to the presentation
of certificates are awarded for specific learning criteria. That criteria
includes: watching at least 12 of the presentations, taking notes, comparing the
information with what I already know, and discussing how I can implement the latest
information into my professional development program.
I'll
complete the reviews, answering eleven critical questions for each
presentation and presenter. In addition, I,ll share my impressions and ideas for future
use in my teaching, learning, or research.
After
that, using PowerPoint with notes, I'll download the slides to Knovio or
PresentMe and record myself reading the notes in ScreenCastOMatic, In the final
project phase I'll pull all those parts into a video that I'll share through
YouTube or Vimeo.
I've
selected presentation from these topics in the categories of:
· Teaching
and Learning with Technology
MMVC17: Technology Facilitates and Frustrates
MMVC17: Understanding programming fundamentals
MMVC17: Dealing With Digital Distraction in the Classroom
· Teaching
and Learning Online
I think of this topic as it relates to trends:
· Blended Online Learning
· Badges for Learning
· Online Learning Environments
I think of this topic as it relates to trends:
MMVC17: Techno-Clil in the 21st Century School
MMVC17: A Quantum Leap for future direction of education
MMVC17: Creating Powerful Learning Possibilities with VR Tools
MMVC17: What to expect in online education in coming years
MMVC17: What about Non - Native Online English Teachers?
MMVC17: Spice up your lessons with interactive tools
· Blended Online Learning
MMVC17: Using Moodle in collaborative interdisciplinary group projects
MMVC17: Innovation for quality leadership
MMVC17: How to be a Fair Tester?
MMVC17: Motivating Teens & Youngsters to Learn & Study
MMVC17: They’ll never forget!
MMVC17: Bringing Pendantic Learning of Vocabulary to Life!
· Badges for Learning
MMVC17: Opening Ceremony
· Online Learning Environments
MMVC17: Improve Classroom Culture with Mindfulness
MMVC17: The New School Experience Part Two by Roy Andersen
MMVC17: Rethinking Stress Triggers with Sue Annan
FOR MY READERS: Watch any of the MMVC17 presentations. Comments are helpful for a community learning process. After I receive feedback on this article or these presentations, look for my online reviews.
