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Learning Objective\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Learners will be introduced to the topic of leading synchronous and asynchronous discourse in an online environment while managing the diverse perspectives and conflicting ideas shared by participants. Our team chose to approach the topic of conflict and controversy as a potential source of authentic dialogue and learning opportunities.\u00a0 Through experiential learning, reflection and discourse, Learners will develop facilitator strategies for authentic conversations that will support positive and successful online learning.<\/p>\n

Learning Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n

Our team discovered a number of great resources while researching this topic. Rather than giving our cohort more than one reading during our facilitation week, we decided to write a blog post that would summarize the readings and provide a brief overview of the research. This post will be provided at the beginning of the week and act as a springboard for further inquiry and discussion throughout the week. It will include a topic introduction, visuals, and an outline of expectations and learning activities for the week. The references list in the post will provide Learners with the names of additional reading if they wish to dive deeper into the topic.<\/p>\n

Learning Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n

There will be four main learning activities during our facilitation week.\u00a0 The week begins with a blog post from Group 2 that will briefly summarize the readings and resources for the week and it will provide the springboard for future discourse.\u00a0 Next, we will ask Learners a thought-provoking question to stimulate diverse perspectives and for learners to experience conflict in an online discussion. Learners will have the opportunity to reflect on this afterwards.\u00a0 Thereafter, we will facilitate a synchronous discussion to reflect on the thought-provoking question and to guide learners in an activity to co-create facilitator strategies for authentic conversations.\u00a0 Lastly, we will conclude with asking Learners to create a short (150 \u2013 200 word) reflective blog.<\/p>\n

Description of Synchronous Session<\/strong><\/p>\n

We will begin with an introduction to the topic asking Learners how they felt about the discussion in Mattermost (addressing the thought-provoking question).\u00a0 On a blank Google Slide Deck, two facilitators will encourage Learners to brainstorm and co-create facilitator strategies for authentic conversations addressing why diverse perspectives and conflict are good or bad and what strategies can facilitators incorporate.\u00a0 It will be a one-hour timed activity where we will introduce the activity, co-create strategies with Learners and provide feedback and opportunities for open discussion and sharing of ideas.\u00a0 The discussion will focus on what did you learn, what are your nuggets of knowledge and how can you integrate this into your own practice.<\/p>\n

Date and Time for Synchronous Session<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 5pm PST \/8pm EST\/8am HKT<\/p>\n

Technologies We Will Use<\/strong><\/p>\n

Three main technologies will be used.\u00a0 Firstly, we will place the initial blog post with readings on Moodle Innovate.\u00a0 A link to this post will be located on a Mattermost Channel we will create for the facilitation of this topic.\u00a0 Information to be located in two places to ensure Learners view the information and that it is accessible to all.\u00a0 Secondly, the asynchronous discussion (thought-provoking question) will be via Mattermost. This is an informal platform that Learners are familiar with and it provides opportunities for sharing thoughts and brainstorming ideas. In addition, it supports a teaching presence. Thirdly, the synchronous session will be facilitated using BlackBoard Collaborate as it supports cognitive ease of use (Learners know the technology) and promotes open discussion. This session will be recorded for Learners who are unable to attend.\u00a0 Next, the student blog posts will be via Mattermost as it supports open discourse and a teaching presence. Lastly, a summary of the teaching strategies for diverse perspectives and conflict will be located on Moodle Innovate.<\/p>\n

Timeline of the Week<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Learning Activity<\/strong><\/td>\nDate<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Asynchronous<\/strong>: Post blog (Springboard), on constructive conflict on Moodle Innovate and Mattermost<\/p>\n

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September 27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Asynchronous<\/strong>: Post thought-provoking question<\/td>\nSeptember 28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Asynchronous<\/strong>: Monitor discussions and respond<\/td>\nSept 28- Sept. 30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Synchronous:<\/strong> Facilitation of group discussion and Google Slide Deck Activity<\/td>\nOctober. 1<\/p>\n

8pm EST\/5pm PST\/ 8am HKT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Asynchronous<\/strong>: Student Blog<\/td>\nOctober 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Asynchronous<\/strong>:\u00a0 Send the cohort final posting summarizing and highlighting discussions and learnings from asynchronous and synchronous sessions<\/td>\nOctober 4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Establish Community of Inquiry and Indicators<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Task<\/strong><\/td>\nCommunity of Inquiry Framework<\/strong><\/td>\nIndicators<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Asynchronous<\/strong>: Post blog (Springboard), on constructive conflict on Moodle Innovate and Mattermost<\/p>\n

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Social Presence \u2013 introducing Group 2 persona and expectations<\/p>\n

Teaching Presence \u2013 direct instruction and providing an overview<\/p>\n

Cognitive Presence \u2013 resources share big ideas and multiple representation of material<\/p>\n

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Learners pre-read info for Mattermost discussion<\/p>\n

Learners ask questions of facilitators\/SME and receive prompt answers<\/p>\n

Learners can locate the information with limited questions<\/p>\n

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Asynchronous<\/strong>: Post thought-provoking question<\/td>\nSocial Presence \u2013 collaborative activities among the cohort<\/p>\n

Teaching Presence \u2013 ask questions that lead to cognitive dissonance<\/p>\n

Cognitive Presence \u2013 divergent thinking of Learners to promote diverse perspectives<\/td>\n

Learners respond to the question;<\/p>\n

Learners sharing open and honest perspectives on the topic that can lead to critical discourse.<\/p>\n

Learners through divergent thinking deconstruct and reconstruct knowledge<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Asynchronous<\/strong>: Monitor discussions and respond<\/td>\nSocial Presence \u2013 Summarizing and providing feedback to Learners; valuing contributions<\/p>\n

Teaching Presence \u2013 monitor discussion; ensure productive dialogue<\/p>\n

Cognitive Presence \u2013 divergent thinking from cohort<\/td>\n

Learners provide feedback to each other<\/p>\n

Learners acknowledge divergent thinking<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Synchronous:<\/strong> Facilitation of group discussion and Google Slide Deck Activity<\/td>\nSocial Presence \u2013 small group work and solving activities<\/p>\n

Teaching Presence \u2013 presenting content in conversational style; connecting ideas; co-creation of information<\/p>\n

Cognitive Presence \u2013 co-creation of facilitator strategies; group work<\/td>\n

Learners participate in the co-creation of strategies; they feel comfortable enough to agree or disagree with discussion;<\/p>\n

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Learners share their meaning and perspectives with peers to come up with a shared understanding of the topic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Asynchronous<\/strong>: Student Blog<\/td>\nSocial Presence \u2013sharing views<\/p>\n

Teaching Presence -providing supportive feedback<\/p>\n

Cognitive Presence \u2013 online personal reflection of learning<\/td>\n

Learners participate in the blog<\/p>\n

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Provide a space for Learners to reflect on their experience with managing conflict in an online discussion and the lessons they learned from this experience<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

Asynchronous<\/strong>:\u00a0 Send the cohort final posting summarizing and highlighting discussions and learning from asynchronous and synchronous sessions<\/td>\nSocial Presence \u2013 providing a review of information; community building<\/p>\n

Teaching Presence \u2013 sharing meaning and experiences; identify areas of agreement<\/p>\n

Cognitive Presence -multiple representations of information; sharing divergent thinking<\/td>\n

Learners comment on receiving a summary of information; additional comments from Learners<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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