Blog 4

The video “Opportunity Cost | The Road Not Taken” by Econ Clips could be used to prompt a discussion or a writing exercise about opportunity cost. The video provides an example of a decision-making process that involves weighing the costs and benefits of different options. In terms of interaction, the video does not inherently force students to respond in a particular way. Students can read others’ comments to understand their thoughts, so as to better understand and master the knowledge points introduced in the video.

A potential activity could be to have students participate in an online discussion forum where they share their thoughts and reflections on the video. The discussion forum can be set up on a learning management system such as Canvas, Brightspace, or Moodle. In the forum, students can be prompted to answer specific questions related to the video, such as: “What is the opportunity cost in the video?”, “How does the concept of opportunity cost apply to your own life?”.

This activity would help develop critical thinking and communication skills as students engage in meaningful dialogue with their peers. By sharing their personal reflections and engaging in discussion with others. The use of an online forum also provides an inclusive and accessible platform for all students to participate in the activity, regardless of their physical location or any potential disabilities or accessibility needs they may have.

I think it is a good design if the video can be interactive with people. Specifically, for example, after explaining a concept in the video, a multiple choice question will appear so that students can choose right or wrong through the video instead of judging in separate documents. See Vyond Team’s website, the example of “Nike-Air MAX DIA”, the video “lets you choose your own outfit for a photo shoot. The stylist interacts with viewers, asks questions, and gives positive confirmation after each selection” (Vyond Team). But it is obvious that this requires some technical skills, time effort. Incorporate interactive elements, the video could include interactive elements such as quizzes, polls, or click-and-reveal activities to keep the viewers engaged and actively involved in the learning process.

To ensure an inclusive design for learners, there are several potential barriers that need to be addressed when using an interactive video such as the ones provided by Vyond.

• One potential barrier is access to technology, as not all learners may have access to devices or internet connection that can support the video. To address this, the video can be made available in different formats or platforms, for example, making it accessible offline.
• Another potential barrier is language and cultural differences, as the video content may not be accessible or relevant to learners from diverse backgrounds. To address this, the video can be made available in multiple languages or with subtitles, and culturally sensitive content can be included.

Reference

Opportunity cost: The road not taken. YouTube. (2018, June 13). Retrieved March 12, 2023, from https://youtu.be/SA16Qw09bXM

Team, V. (2023, March 10). Interactive videos: Best examples we’ve ever seen. Vyond. Retrieved March 12, 2023, from https://www.vyond.com/resources/interactive-video-examples/