In mid-October Merlin Crosley published the thought-provoking article, ‘For great teaching media isn’t the message‘, in Campus Morning Mail. This sparked a conversation initiated by Bianca Raby concerning the use of media in education.
The first point of discussion touched on how content saturation is dealt with in academia. Curating an effective blended learning experience that is constructively aligned is a fine line. For example, following the ‘bite sized’ learning trend that involves shorter videos and engaging elements of what some may consider as ‘edutainment’, can leave learners confused, distracted and learning ineffectively at times. Conversely, online learning experiences with heavy content volume and the absence of engaging elements can cause learners to lose interest.
Finding the perfect media in education balance on the multidimensional continuum of effective learning, learner engagement, and financial viability is a complicated process. This is a craft that educators, subject matter experts, and academics creating online learning experiences are constantly striving to master to raise the bar in education.
Watch the full interview about media in education or dive into the video transcript!