Our team decided to use the criteria from the rubric form the assignment 2 as the basis for the evaluation of digital learning resources (DLRs). The following is the list of areas to consider while evaluating the DLR:

The design of the DLR

As explained by Leacock and Nesbit (2007), a learning resource will not be useful unless it is designed in all areas including accurate and complete instructions. The design should align with learning theories and meet the learning goal of the DLR.

The interaction of the DLR

“The Web-based learning resource can be considered as an element of the context, and as such, it becomes a source of learning, by means of interaction with the students” (Hadjerrouit, 2010, p. 1). It is important for the DLR to be interactive between the content, learners, and the instructor.

Technology use of the DLR

The technology should be easily accessible and should enhance the learning process. According to Kay and Knaack (2007), the technology used for the DLR should be easy to use and accessible for all learners.

Presentation of the DLR

As explained by Akpinar, (2009), for a successful DLR, the flow of information should be smooth and easy to follow.

Testing my DLR, I found out that the document was easy to access through YouTube and the quiz was helpful to test the user’s knowledge, however, the quiz could have been longer with more questions to cover all areas of the video. I will be using the same criteria to critique my colleague’s DLR as well, with my team.

 

References

Akpinar, Y. (2009). validation of a learning object Review Instrument: Relationship between Ratings of learning objects and Actual learning outcomes. International Journal of Doctoral Studies, 4, 291-302.

Hadjerrouit, S. (2010). A conceptual framework for using and evaluating web-based learning resources in school education. Journal of Information Technology Education, 9, 53-79.

Kay, R., & Knaack, L. (2008). Evaluating the learning in learning objects. Open Learning: The Journal of Open, Distance and E-Learning, 22(1), 5-28.

Leacock, T. L., & Nesbit, J. C. (2007). A framework for evaluating the quality of multimedia learning resources. Educational Technology & Society, 10(2) 44-59.