Assessed Activity 1.1 (2015) Learning theories video [Factual Piece with Quotes and References]

Individualized Learning

Individualized Learning is when the method for teaching students is, eponymously, when the creation of a learning scheme is focused on an Individual student.

"...each learner progresses through the material at different speeds, according to his or her own learning needs and abilities." (Dreambox Learning, 2015)

Individualized Learning creates a plan tailored to each individual student so that their weaknesses are compensated for and their strengths capitalized - not only in terms of subject matter, but also content and pedagogies used.

"Many states have adopted policies that require all middle and/or high school students to develop and maintain an individualized learning plan in order to make schools more personalized and improve student outcomes." (NCWD, 2015)

Ubiquitous Learning

Ubiquitous Learning is when education and educational materials are present across a number of media or devices. Students may be able to access the information from computers, tablets, mobile phones, or even through physical means. It can be represented by videos or slideshows or text. The experience can be passive (reading text, listening to a tutor) or active (drawing objects in a program like Paint.Net).

"Ubiquitous Learning Materials (ULM) is defined as learning materials that may be transferred to mobile devices via cable or wirelessly..." (Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 2015)

REFERENCING::

Dreambox Learning. (2015). In Individualized Learning. Retrieved 05:20, March 5, 2015, from http://www.dreambox.com/individualized-learning

National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability [NCWD]. (2015). In Individualized Learning Plan. Retrieved 5:30, March 5, 2015 from http://www.ncwd-youth.info/ilp

Ubiquitous learning. (2014, July 25). In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Retrieved 05:38, March 5, 2015, from http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ubiquitous_learning&oldid=618363559