Virtual program only keynote: Beyond deficit thinking: embracing the strengths of online and hybrid learning
| Tuesday, July 9, 2024 |
| 10:10 AM - 11:10 AM |
| Virtual platform |
Overview
Prof Michael Henderson, Monash University, Australia
Details
Join the discussion! In keeping with the conference theme of “together we innovate”, Michael will be inviting the audience to share their own insights and examples of useful strategies. Together we can explore what may be possible, and most importantly, why it may be useful.
In this keynote, Michael challenges the traditional deficit framing of online and hybrid education, advocating for a strength-based perspective that recognizes the unique advantages these modalities bring to teaching and learning. He proposes that the persistent juxtaposition of online and on-campus instruction, and synchronous and asynchronous modes are misleading dichotomies, which often neglect the blended realities of students’ educational experiences and ultimately fosters inequitable heuristics, expectations and opportunities.
Drawing on two decades of research and experience, Michael shares the lessons he has learned in flexible learning, hybridity, and the strategic use of both synchronous and asynchronous methods. Michael describes how we can enhance relationships, facilitate rapid feedback, and boost student engagement. The presentation will invite the audience to share practical digital strategies that enrich learning experiences, including ways to increase social presence, integrate on-campus and online students, and transition smoothly between different teaching modes.
Speaker
Prof Michael Henderson
Monash University
Keynote: Beyond deficit thinking: embracing the strengths of online and hybrid learning
Final abstract
Join the discussion! In keeping with the conference theme of “together we innovate”, Michael will be inviting the audience to share their own insights and examples of useful strategies. Together we can explore what may be possible, and most importantly, why it may be useful.
In this keynote, Michael challenges the traditional deficit framing of online and hybrid education, advocating for a strength-based perspective that recognizes the unique advantages these modalities bring to teaching and learning. He proposes that the persistent juxtaposition of online and on-campus instruction, and synchronous and asynchronous modes are misleading dichotomies, which often neglect the blended realities of students’ educational experiences and ultimately fosters inequitable heuristics, expectations and opportunities.
Drawing on two decades of research and experience, Michael shares the lessons he has learned in flexible learning, hybridity, and the strategic use of both synchronous and asynchronous methods. Michael describes how we can enhance relationships, facilitate rapid feedback, and boost student engagement. The presentation will invite the audience to share practical digital strategies that enrich learning experiences, including ways to increase social presence, integrate on-campus and online students, and transition smoothly between different teaching modes.
In this keynote, Michael challenges the traditional deficit framing of online and hybrid education, advocating for a strength-based perspective that recognizes the unique advantages these modalities bring to teaching and learning. He proposes that the persistent juxtaposition of online and on-campus instruction, and synchronous and asynchronous modes are misleading dichotomies, which often neglect the blended realities of students’ educational experiences and ultimately fosters inequitable heuristics, expectations and opportunities.
Drawing on two decades of research and experience, Michael shares the lessons he has learned in flexible learning, hybridity, and the strategic use of both synchronous and asynchronous methods. Michael describes how we can enhance relationships, facilitate rapid feedback, and boost student engagement. The presentation will invite the audience to share practical digital strategies that enrich learning experiences, including ways to increase social presence, integrate on-campus and online students, and transition smoothly between different teaching modes.
Biography
Michael is Professor of Digital Futures, and Director of Educational Design and Innovation in the Faculty of Education at Monash University, Australia. He is also the course leader and developer of the Bachelor of Learning Design and Technology. He is an internationally known researcher and educator with over 175 publications, and national and international awards for his work. His research on learning design and innovation spans early childhood, schools, universities and professional learning contexts. His current research interests are focused on educational/learning designer roles, assessment and feedback designs, creativity and risk taking in design, and online teaching and learning. Profile: https://research.monash.edu/en/persons/michael-henderson
Chair
Malcolm Burt
CQUniversity / HERDSA Conference Virtual Program Chair
Presenter
Michael Henderson
Monash University
