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My Name is Christina Peltier, and I have been an art teacher in public schools since 2005. I currently teach in a suburb near Detroit, Michigan at a middle school. My job is both challenging and wonderful, for many reasons. The school where I teach is about as diverse as I could never even imagine. Not only do we have students from all over the world, we also serve students from all over the county with special needs. I have very multi-cultural students and some who are physi

For this week’s blog post, I’m sharing a short video I created about immersive learning experiences. The focus of the video is how immersive tools—like virtual environments or interactive digital spaces—can be used in realistic ways in educational settings, including art classrooms. Here's a lil presentation on the topic: In the video, I highlight how immersive learning can support student engagement by letting learners explore content instead of just listening or reading abo

Here are some organizations I plan to investigate to further my learning and to stay up-to-date on Instructional Design trends and information. The journey has just begun! 1. Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) URL:   https://www.aect.org Goals:  Deepen understanding of instructional design theory, educational technology research, and emerging trends Participation Plan:  Read journal articles, attend webinars, and engage with conference materials

Microlearning is a training approach that delivers content in short, focused segments (typically 2–5 minutes) based on a single skill or idea that learners can immediately apply. In workplace settings, microlearning is especially effective because it respects time constraints while addressing real, day-to-day challenges. Rather than overwhelming learners with too much information, microlearning prioritizes clarity, relevance, and action. This approach works well for educators