Share a story about how you overcame a learning challenge. Why was it a challenge? What strategies did you use? Use the language you learned in this unit. My struggle with math dates back to 2013, when I was in third grade. My teacher liked to play a multiplication game where everyone stood up and…
I can not even count the number of times I have restarted my Duolingo lessons. I was initially motivated to take Duolingo because I have been semi-fluent in German my whole life and really need to brush up on my grammar so I can properly communicate with my family. My goal to work on my…
Throughout this course, I have gained a deeper understanding of how learning and multimedia design connect to our educational experiences. When I first began, I didn’t think much about how people process information or how cognitive load plays a role in understanding. I mostly focused on content, not how the delivery of that content affects…
From a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) perspective, accessibility is not simply about compliance or accommodation; it is a way of learning based on the understanding that variability is needed for a functioning education system. UDL is the idea that learners have different ways of perception, including language backgrounds, cultural frames of reference, attention, motivation,…
Open Educational Resource: Khan Academy As someone who has always struggled with math, although it is basic, the most beneficial open educational resource for me has been Khan Academy. Khan is used all over the world as an open educational resource. It helps people learn easily and efficiently through the use of online videos. Its…
How the internet works! (1-minute videos) Series of educational videos on the internet Updated: October 10th, 2025Authors: Brian Pham, Evelyn Schoahs, Nagarjun Anand One of Brian’s courses this semester showcases how the internet works end-to-end. We discussed how the average learner does not have knowledge of this information, and this is how we decided on…
The design process is a method that helps with problem-solving when creating. It consists of four stages: To progress through these phases, designers use both divergent thinking, which involves exploring ideas broadly, and convergent thinking, which involves focusing on and sharpening ideas. Design is not a linear process; each stage provides fresh perspectives that could…
The Ameoba Sisters: I was first introduced to the Amoeba Sisters in eighth grade, and they quickly became one of my most helpful study tools in biology. Their videos break down complex topics in a way that is simple, clear, and engaging. I remember being amazed at how they could take something that felt confusing…
Introduction: I chose to create a comic strip about the brain because, as a psychology student, I am constantly learning about how it works. A comic strip format allows me to present the material in a way that is both engaging and accessible, helping new psychology students nail down the concepts and functions of the…
Theories of Multimedia Learning: The purpose of multimedia learning is to help them learn grasp a concept without making them feel overwhelmed. How a lesson is designed is a key component to making sure every student is engaged and able to remember what they learned. Mayer’s Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning: the 3 ideas! Having…