Even before this course, I had been gradually developing my own design principles to become a better educator. Rooted in both theory and personal experience, these principles became clearer throughout the course. It was rewarding to explore new design frameworks, practice the design process, and create a Pecha Kucha presentation for the first time. Investigating […]
Preparing My Indigenous Learners K-12 As an educator committed to supporting Indigenous learners, K-12, understanding and implementing design principles rooted in cultural awareness and respect is vital. Principles such as culturally relevant curriculum, land-based learning, holistic learning approaches, community-centred learning,… Continue Reading →
I’m the last in my line of Suttons. My grandfather “Buck” had one daughter (my mother), and she had one daughter (me). When my mom married, she took on my dad’s name and when we lost my grandpa in 1988, the family thought that was the end of our Sutton lineage. It was then that …
“We must adjust to changing times and still hold to unchanging principles.” – Jimmy Carter
For this assignment, I propose seven design principles aligned with social constructivist pedagogies based on compassion, ethics, and benevolent values. Culture eats strategy for breakfast. While this is an old governance idiom incorrectly attributed to management theorist Peter Drucker, the perspective applies intensely to instructional design, particularly for initiatives involving…
When considering my design principles for this assignment, I approached it from my context as a grade 6/7 classroom teacher. I must consider all my learners, their abilities, and their challenges. Using a backwards design model allows me to ensure… Continue Reading →
Published by Weri Gadou January 9, 2025 This blog, written as part of my graduate course LNRT 524 at Royal Road University Innovation, Design, and Learning Environments, explores the foundational principles that guide my approach to designing impactful and meaningful learning experiences. Today’s learners, representing diverse backgrounds, abilities, and goals, require instructional design principles that […]
Instructional design must balance theory with practice to create meaningful experiences and effective learning outcomes. These principles reflect my commitment to learner-centred, engaging, and adaptable…
by Lisa Gedak.
Hello everyone,
As you work towards developing your design principles, we wanted to take a moment to check in and offer our support. Some of you have already started submitting your assignments; well done! We’re excited to review …
Published by Joan Oladunjoye on the 4th of January 2025 Contextual Foundations for Inclusive and Sustainable Design High school education today demands instructional approaches that are not only adaptable to diverse learner needs but also inclusive, empowering, and sustainable. This blog explores how the design thinking process shaped my principles for creating impactful instructional practices. … Continue reading Inclusive and Sustainable Design: Principles for Impactful High School Education