Comment on Blog Post 4 (Frankie)

EDCI335 Blog Post 4

Hey Frankie,

I really enjoyed reading your blog post. Your idea of using the TedEd video as a springboard into a bedtime routine activity is really practical and creative. I think learners would benefit from the personal connection and reflection that comes with designing their own routine, especially when paired with peer feedback. It’s great that you showed a strong consideration for accessibility and inclusive design, particularly with visually impaired students, which I think is fantastic.

I also liked your idea of incorporating interactive elements like quizzes or polls into the video since that type of engagement can really enhance retention and reflection. Your suggestion of a game where learners modify a character’s room for optimal sleep is also sweet because it turns abstract advice into concrete decisions.

Also, your mention of hypothesizing circadian rhythms caught my attention. That sounds like a great inquiry-based activity! I’m curious, how might you guide students to compare their hypotheses with real sleep research or data? Will you incorporate something nifty like a sleep tracker or even a sleep journal to make their learning more evidence-based?

Great work and I look forward to hearing your thoughts!