Open AccessECHO360 Active Learning Platform in Health Sciences education
Author(s) -
Christian Cobbold,
Francisco Sousa Fernández,
Isabelle Lys
Publication year - 2021
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2411-2933
DOI - 10.31686/ijier.vol9.iss2.2958
Subject(s) - learning analytics , open access journal , class (philosophy) , active learning (machine learning) , analytics , computer science , multimedia , world wide web , data science , chemistry , artificial intelligence , medline , biochemistry , scopus
The ECHO360 Active Learning Platform (ALP) is an online active learning platform allowing the creation of interactive multimedia content for anytime student learning, with the potential for comprehensive analytics. This ALP has previously been shown to enhance student participation and engagement during in-class activities however it can be challenging to use at first. To enhance the uptake of ECHO360 ALP in and out of the classroom a simplified guide with clear instructions on the most useful aspects of the platform was developed and shared with staff, successfully creating a community of instructors. A student guide was also prepared which showcased the methods for gaining the most from its use in and out of lectures. These resources are available in the appendix.