Treść kursu

The training course ‘DigitEx – Designing digital excursions’ is divided into the following modules:

1. Module ‘Introduction’: This module presents the goals of the MOOC and explains the specific features for different learning groups. It also covers the theory of mobile, location-based learning.
2. Module ‘Storytelling’: This module focuses on designing excursions using narrative elements, including competition, plot arcs, and unexpected twists. Additionally, the general theory of gamification is discussed.
3. Module ‘Preparing an Excursion’: In this module, you will learn how to prepare excursions in the classroom with students. This includes using VR headsets, the Thinglink tool, and theoretical concepts such as Novelty Space and location exploration.
4. Module ‘Digital Applications’: This module introduces various digital tools such as H5P, Twine, and Actionbound, and explains how to create content with them. Legal aspects are also covered.
5. Module ‘Inspiration’: Best practice examples are presented to provide inspiration for good excursions and lesson plans.
6. Module ‘Post-Excursion Review’: This module focuses on reviewing excursions in the classroom and introduces tools like Co-Spaces and Minecraft/Minetest that can be used for this purpose.

Cele kursu

In this training course, teachers learn to effectively and flexibly use digital technologies in the classroom and at extracurricular learning sites to enhance student learning outcomes. 

They are trained in both the effective application of these technologies and in adapting to the individual needs of their students. 

The goal is for teachers to use digital technologies in a way that supports the learning process and leads to improved learning results.

Wymagana wiedza wstępna

No prior knowledge is required.

Procedura kursu

Certyfikat

For actively participating in the course you will receive an automatic certificate which includes your username, the course name as well as the completed lessons. We want to point out that this certificate merely confirms that the user answered at least 75% of the self-assessment questions correctly.

Licencja

This work is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Additionally, the course includes other materials that are under a different license, but they are appropriately labeled. When attributing in accordance with the CC license, please mention the project https://mint-proned.de/startseite/ and the course creator steffen Schaal.