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Visual Representations: An Effective Tool to Promote Learning and Critical Thinking in Your Students

Course #:

EDDU 9494

Credit:

3 semester hours of graduate level professional development credits from University of Massachusetts Global.

Cost:

$400

Course Description

The numerous research studies on the use of visual representations all substantiate its benefit in helping students recall information, organize their ideas and to think more critically. These benefits are even more amplified in our society, as we are continually more dependent upon visual symbols, images and illustrations to deal with the world around us. 

In this course, participants will first look at the various uses of visual representations in relation to either Bloom’s Taxonomy or the Depth of Knowledge Chart. They will be provided numerous examples of how visual representations are used to promote learning, understanding and thinking at each level of the two models.

Specifics

Once you register for a course, please allow 24 hours to receive your coursework. The LoVerde Group will email you a Google Drive link containing your coursework along with a welcome email.

If you have any questions, please contact Emily Berchier at:

Course Description

The numerous research studies on the use of visual representations all substantiate its benefit in helping students recall information, organize their ideas and to think more critically. These benefits are even more amplified in our society, as we are continually more dependent upon visual symbols, images and illustrations to deal with the world around us. 

In this course, participants will first look at the various uses of visual representations in relation to either Bloom’s Taxonomy or the Depth of Knowledge Chart. They will be provided numerous examples of how visual representations are used to promote learning, understanding and thinking at each level of the two models.

Specifics

Once you register for a course, please allow 24 hours to receive your coursework. The LoVerde Group will email you a Google Drive link containing your coursework along with a welcome email.

Course Structure

  • Each course consists of 3 or 4 modules.
  • Each module includes a Google Drive presentation and accompanying worksheets that you must complete.
  • You are responsible for saving and storing your documents.

Submitting Your Work

  • Once you have completed all worksheets, email them as attachments or Google Drive links to [email protected]. Do not send individual attachments separately—submit everything in one email.
  • The LoVerde Group will submit your passing grade to UMass Global within 5 business days of receiving your completed work. After your grade is submitted, it may take up to 5 additional business days to be posted.

Course Timeline & Completion

  • This is a self-paced course—there are no official start or end dates. You can begin at any time.
  • Work cannot be submitted to LoVerde Group earlier than 30 days after your registration date.
  • You have up to 6 months to complete the course. If you need an extension, please email Emily at [email protected].
  • To maintain academic integrity and course rigor, we only submit two grades per month.
  • If you have a deadline to meet, please register at least six weeks in advance. While we do our best to accommodate teachers’ timelines, we cannot guarantee that your grade will be posted by a specific date. 
  • Your official completion date is the date UMass Global posts your grade, not the date you submit your work. Please plan accordingly.

Accessing Your Grades & Transcript

  • Once your coursework is complete, you will be able to access your grades and request a transcript.
  • For more details, please refer to the Transcript page.

If you have any questions, please contact Emily Berchier at:

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