In the words of the author,
" Educational Developers Thinking Allowed is a Primer for new and would be developers, which contains help and advice that even the most seasoned developers may find useful."
Educational developer field is expanding; learn more about it, the connection to instructional design, what are the differences and where do the fields converge.
Reflect on your own practice. How can you use the GROW framework in your consulting practice.
"The GROW model/ technique/ framework (it is variously described) uses a simple (and memorable) set of questions to guide a discussion so that the individual you are working with can think about the problem or challenge they are experiencing and identify a possible solution(s). In summary, GROW guides us to:
- Establish the Goal
- Examine the Reality
- Consider all Options
- Confirm the Will to act"
Think about the scope of your work and when it is appropriate to say no to your academic clients.
All this and more is covered in this module. The author uses scenarios, suggested best practices for your work, and humorous icons to make the material stick.
This is a good primer for seasoned professionals and those new to the field.
