This episode is based on a video by Neil Mehta, hosted on YouTube provides an overview of best practices for teaching using technology, specifically within a virtual classroom setting. The speaker, Neil Mehta, explains how to effectively leverage time and attention, a key challenge in online learning environments. He then introduces the Dual Coding Theory and Cognitive Load Theory, principles that help educators optimize how information is presented. Mehta also emphasizes the importance of recognizing students' "illusion of explanatory depth," the tendency to overestimate their understanding. Finally, the video suggests using a "constructive alignment" approach to lesson planning, integrating assessments, learning objectives, and teaching strategies to facilitate optimal learning.
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