WEEK 5 Discussion 1 & 2
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WEEK 5 Discussion 1
Initial post (by 11:59 p.m. on Friday):
For this discussion, you will develop one BODY paragraph of your research paper. Your paragraph will begin with one of the topic sentences from your sentence outline. (Feel free to revise the topic sentence if you think it would be beneficial.) It will then provide major and minor details to develop the idea in the topic sentence. Consider where evidence from your sources will help support your ideas, and make sure you comment on the evidence to show how it supports the topic sentence. Post your paragraph here.
Body Paragraph
Teachers promoting active engagement through gamification allow students to become immersed in a transformative learning experience that extends beyond traditional pedagogical methods. The use of gamified educational technology not only heightens motivation but also fosters a more profound understanding of academic content, revolutionizing traditional learning approaches. Through gamified educational platforms and activities, students not only acquire subject-
specific knowledge but also cultivate a suite of transferable skills vital for their future endeavors. The gamification approach encourages students to become active
participants in their learning journey, fostering a sense of curiosity and intrinsic motivation
(
Adipat et al., 2021). Major components of this strategy involve problem-solving scenarios, collaborative tasks, and interactive challenges, which collectively contribute to the development of critical thinking and teamwork skills (Jaftha et al., 2021). These transferable skills are indispensable in preparing students for the challenges of the modern workforce, where adaptability and problem-solving are highly valued. Moreover, by seamlessly integrating technology and interactive elements, gamification aligns with the broader educational goal of revolutionizing the learning experience, catering to the needs of a digital era, and shaping well-rounded individuals capable of navigating the complexities of an ever-evolving world.
References
Adipat, S., Laksana, K., Busayanon, K., Asawasowan, A., & Adipat, B. (2021). Engaging students in the learning process with game-based learning: The fundamental concepts. International Journal of Technology in Education (IJTE), 4
(3), 542-552. https://doi.org/10.46328/ijte.169
Jaftha, N., Zahra-Micallef, M., & Chircop, T. (2021). The impact of gamified instruction on students’ learning outcomes: Systematic review of experimental studies. International Journal of Education, 13
(4), 55. https://doi.org/10.5296/ije.v13i4.19193
Peer Response (first peer response due by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday; second peer response due by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday)
Choose a paragraph posted by one of your peers. Then find an example of evidence
used in the paragraph and consider it in light of the reading on Using Evidence. What characteristics of weak or strong evidence, or of effective or ineffective quotation do you observe? Please be constructive in your comments, so that if you find areas for improvement, you point them out respectfully and include suggestions for more effective use of evidence.
Week 5, Discussion 2: Semi-Colons and Colons In this discussion, we will consider ways to effectively use semi-colons and colons.
Initial post (by 11:59 p.m. on Friday): Post a sentence from your own writing that uses a semi-colon or colon OR post a sentence from your own writing that you could revise to use a semi-
colon or colon and make the revision. Explain why the semi-colon or colon fits into your sentence and why you might choose to use it instead of alternative ways of constructing and punctuating the sentence.
Original Sentence
: The gamification approach encourages students to become active participants in their learning journey, fostering a sense of curiosity and intrinsic motivation.
Revised Sentence:
The gamification approach encourages students to become active participants in their learning journey; it fosters a sense of curiosity and intrinsic motivation.
Explanation
: In the revised sentence, I replaced the comma with a semi-colon to create a stronger connection between the two closely related independent clauses. The semi-colon emphasizes the close relationship between the encouragement of active participation and the fostering of curiosity and intrinsic motivation. This punctuation choice provides a more deliberate pause than a comma would, enhancing the clarity of the relationship between the ideas. In this case, the semi-
colon helps convey a sense of cohesion and logical progression, making the connection between the two clauses more apparent to the reader.
Peer Response (first peer response due by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday; second peer response due by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday)
Respond to one of your classmates, considering the following questions:
Is the semi-colon or colon used in accordance with this week's Grammar Lab lessons?
Is the semi-colon or colon an effective choice in the writer's sentence? Why or why
not?
What alternatives would you suggest, if any?
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