Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College, Darlington
Developing evaluative skills
| This case study describes how e-learning resources
have been used to develop understanding of key concepts and the ability
to evaluate resources. A summary of key points is given here. |
What is the intended outcome?
Learners can evaluate facts and concepts and apply their knowledge
to specific contexts.
What is established practice?
- Under the instruction of the practitioner, learners are provided
with opportunities to rank and evaluate sources of information
- Learners are helped to interpret facts, make comparisons and
recognise subjectivity in face-to-face group work and practitioner-led
sessions
- Learners develop skills in synthesising key findings from resources
- Practitioners provide formative assessment opportunities and
feedback
What advantages can e-learning bring?
- Learners’ evaluative skills can be developed through activities
based on online resources prior to face-to-face sessions
- Asynchronous, peer-to-peer learning through collaborative tools
can encourage reflection and evaluation beyond class contact time
- Practitioners are less focused on marking and more able to
concentrate their efforts on preparing analytical and evaluative
activities
- Learners can develop evaluative skills through online resources
while undertaking work-based learning or travel abroad
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