Innovation Project Update

Enhancing Student Engagement Through Interactive Videos

During our recent team-building professional development, we explored strategies to ensure excellence in course design, maintenance, and innovation. As part of this effort, I propose a focused approach to improve student engagement within our online courses.

1. The Challenge: Enhancing Student Engagement-The Proposal

   • Our goal is to create a more engaging learning experience for our students.

   • By increasing interactivity, we can foster deeper understanding, motivation, and active participation.

2. Leveraging E-Learning Authoring Tools

   • We’ll utilize e-learning authoring tools to achieve our objectives.

   • These tools allow us to repurpose existing learning materials efficiently.

   • Ensuring that our courses remain relevant and aligned with current industry trends.

3. Adobe Captivate: Our Solution

   • I recommend using Adobe Captivate, a powerful e-learning authoring tool.

   • Why Adobe Captivate?

     • It empowers content creators to build fully responsive and interactive modules without requiring programming skills.

     • We can enhance lecture videos by adding knowledge check slides and mini quizzes at strategic points.

     • The tool’s user-friendly interface makes it accessible to all team members.

4. Benefits of Interactivity: Literature Review 

   • Increased learner engagement: Interactivity encourages active participation and deeper learning.

   • Motivation: Interactive elements make the learning process more dynamic and enjoyable.

   • Reflection: Students can apply knowledge immediately through quizzes and self-assessments.

   • Retention: Engaged learners are more likely to retain information over time.

5. Cost-Effective Implementation

   • Adobe Captivate is already part of our Adobe cloud package.

   • No additional costs are involved, making it a practical choice for our institution.

6. The Approach-Implementation Outline

   • Pilot Phase:

     • Introduce interactive videos in one course.

     • Collect student feedback through surveys.

   • Iterative Improvements:

     • Based on feedback, refine and enhance the interactive elements.

     • Incorporate successful changes into course redesigns for Fall 2023.

   • Full Integration:

     • Extend interactive videos to all courses gradually.

     • Ensure consistency and quality across our entire curriculum.

By embracing interactivity and leveraging Adobe Captivate, we can create a more engaging and effective online learning environment. Let’s embark on this journey toward excellence together!