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Technology draft using Padlet: an interactive tool
Learning objectives/intention:
By the end of the activity the learner will be able:
To remember, understand and apply the hierarchy of control options as it relates to the risk assessment process within Occupational Work Health and Safety systems and apply this learning to a range of health and safety situations and context within the workplace
Learner’s background
Needs
LLN
Experience with technology
7/9 learners work in industry of study
2/9 learners show interest in industry
1 learner identified as requiring additional support
LLN 3+ required for course entry
Course content is designed accordingly
digital literacy not formally assessed
Padlet: an interactive activity which meets the needs of the learners, facilitates learning through and addresses learning outcomes.
Activity type
Feedback options
Competency achieved
Inclusivity /Accessibility
Progression to more challenging
interactive
some problem- solving required
collaborative
Scaffolded content included
Visually presented to reduce cognitive load (Bower, 2019).
Anonymous contributions to activity
Positive and negative feedback possible
integrated with additional learner resources and course content
embedded into platforms which improves inclusivity for sight impaired (Read Aloud)
learner autonomy in participation and progression
Table 1: Background of learners (2023)
Learning theories applied to draft Padlet Activity
PBL theory:
some problem solving integrated
authentic tasks provided to improve learning (Alimisis & Zoulias, 2013).
Constructivist learning theory:
incorporates remembering, understanding and applying the concepts to the problem as well as reflection in a collaborative setting using past experiences (Vekić-Kljaić & Mlinarević, 2022).
Socio- constructivist learning theory:
Incorporates participation within social settings (Starkey, 2012).
encourages building connections to others
Connectivism:
Concepts, ideas, personal and collective experience are embedded (Starkey, 2012).
Integrated into broader learning resources and activities
Behaviourist learning theory:
Incorporates some positive and negative reinforcement (Alimisis & Zoulias, 2013)
Knowles Andragogy:
activity designed for adult learning who are presumedly self-motivated, enjoy problem solving and come with a range of knowledge and experiences to add and share with others (Alimisis & Zoulias, 2013).
incorporates flexibility, autonomy and self direction
reflects real life allowing for authenticity (Alimisis & Zoulias, 2013).
Analytics:
Information is stored within the Padlet technology where the educator can review learning, address where additional learning or support may be required and assess whether the activity contributed to learning and if learning objectives were achieved.
Table 2: Activity assessment (2023)
References
Alimisis, D., & Zoulias, E. (2013). Aligning technology with learning theories: A simulator-based training curriculum in surgical robotics. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 10(3), 211–229. https://doi.org/10.1108/ITSE-05-2013-0011
Bower, M. (2019). Technology-mediated learning theory. British Journal of Educational Technology, 50(3), 1035–1048. https://doi.org/10.1111/bjet.12771
Vekić-Kljaić, V., Mlinarević, V. Professional development of educators’ online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Republic of Croatia. SN Soc Sci2, 223 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s43545-022- 00527-
