Simple Rules to follow:
Rule #1: Guiding Question
- Answer the questions below, then create a Feedback Map in Plectica (feel free to add to the questions).
Rule #2: Given Information/Data
- If I were to write a textbook, would you prefer an online version only, physical textbook only, or a combination of the two?
- What would be an ideal way to structure a textbook? For example, would a textbook in the form of a Wiki be a good idea?
- Would a textbook with Plectica map illustrations be beneficial?
- What is the first concept I should teach in this class? What should be the last? Please explain.
- If you were to teach this course, how would you structure it from beginning to end?
- Would you have preferred completing longer maps instead of a map each week? Or did you think doing a separate map each week was beneficial? Please explain.
- How could I have eased the class into Plectica and mapping? Please provide an example of how I could have done this starting from week 1.
- Did the how-to videos help? Should I have done more? Please explain.
- Which concepts (i.e. standard deviation, normal distribution, etc.) were the most beneficial? Which were the least?
- Do you think this class prepared you for employment in the real world (in your chosen profession)?
- Should I have used tests or exams? Or did you prefer no tests? Please explain.
- What was the most difficult concept to grasp? Please explain.
- What were your thoughts on the essay/logic maps?
- What were your thoughts on the feedback maps?
Rule #3: Create a Plectica Map
- Open Plectica.
- Use Thinkquiry and the Pyramid Principle to help you structure your ideas.
Rule #4: Create a Blog Post in this Learning Community
- Click +New at the top of the screen.
- Label the post (Lastname_Week1_PlecticaMap_1) or something to that extent.
- Include a link to your Plectica Map and/or an image.
- Reply to at least 2 other student blog post in this Learning Community.