Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM until 10:50 AMCentral Daylight Time UTC -05:00
Wednesday, August 21 10 - 10:50 am Exploring the Integration of Learning Badges: Enhancing Student Success (L, E, S, CRTP)Presentation Join us for an engaging discussion on the innovative use of learning badges to foster student success in higher education. This forum will delve into the practical applications of incorporating badges into course curriculums and the benefits they offer in promoting student achievement and motivation.
Piper Sesnan and Beth Youngblood, will share their experiences in designing and implementing learning badges within their courses. Piper Sesnan has developed a wellness badge aimed at promoting students' holistic well-being, while Beth Youngblood has crafted an NCLX test prep badge to support students in their preparation for licensure exams.
During the discussion, Piper and Beth will provide insights into the rationale behind their badge initiatives, the criteria for earning badges, and the impact they have observed on student engagement and learning outcomes. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating badges into their own courses and to brainstorm ideas for badge design and implementation. Presenters: Piper Sesnan, OTD, OTR/L, and Beth Youngblood, EdD, RN, WHNP-BCZoom
