{"id":2334,"date":"2025-01-24T14:32:03","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T13:32:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/?p=2334"},"modified":"2025-01-24T14:47:53","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T13:47:53","slug":"roles2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/en\/mushware\/roles2025\/","title":{"rendered":"New roles for the course of Resources and ICT in Education"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This year, I have started working with my students on something new that somehow transforms the day-to-day of our subject.<\/p>\n<p>In this case, this year, we have made a change that I find important in the roles of the subject (if someone knows nothing about the roles I work with my students and is curious, here is <a href=\"http:\/\/Roles para el trabajo en equipo: experiencias y nuevos caminos\">the first definition of the roles<\/a> that I shared, in this post a version <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/mushware\/rolesreinterpretados\/\">interpreted by my students<\/a>, this was a r<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/mushware\/actualizacion-los-roles-que-ponemos-en-marcha\/\">eform they underwent in 2018<\/a>, and this was the <a href=\"http:\/\/Replanteando los roles de la asignatura (actualizaci\u00f3n)\">role reform we made two years ago<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>In this case, I want to optimize the roles and incorporate AI into their performance. We have settled on five more detailed roles, which aim to be much more precise in what they are supposed to do and what we intend to do with them. I present them to you as my students see them (these are their instructions as they appear in my course).<\/p>\n<h2><strong>FACILITATOR<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2335 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"323\" height=\"185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab.jpeg 1792w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab-300x171.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab-1024x585.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab-768x439.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab-1536x878.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab-500x286.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab-800x457.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.43-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-facilitator-in-a-university-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-young-diverse-group-of-students-collaborating-around-a-tab-1280x731.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/>The facilitator is responsible for <strong>proactively leading the group<\/strong>, ensuring efficient organisation, clear communication, and a positive working environment. This role involves distributing tasks among group members, ensuring everyone understands their responsibilities, and supervising the completion of work within the established deadlines. Additionally, the facilitator reviews the group\u2019s deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards in content, format, and style. To achieve this, they may use digital tools such as <strong>Grammarly<\/strong> or <strong>DeepL Write<\/strong> to enhance the precision and professionalism of the texts.<\/p>\n<p>A key responsibility of the facilitator is to document the group\u2019s progress through a post on the blog. This post should outline the stages of the project, the decisions made, and the milestones achieved. To make it more visually engaging, it is essential to include a timeline generated using artificial intelligence tools, effectively showcasing the group\u2019s progress and work clearly and creatively.<\/p>\n<p>I am aware that you are familiar with <strong>Canva<\/strong> and that <strong>ChatGPT<\/strong> is already a tried-and-tested tool, so I challenge you to explore and use other tools that may bring fresh perspectives. Some recommended options are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/timeline.knightlab.com\/\"><strong>TimelineJS<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Ideal for creating interactive timelines based on a Google Spreadsheet. This is a university-led project, highly professional yet simple to use. <a href=\"https:\/\/timeline.knightlab.com\/\">https:\/\/timeline.knightlab.com\/<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiki-toki.com\/\"><strong>Tiki-Toki<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Specialised in interactive timelines with a professional design. The free account allows for only one timeline, but you could update it incrementally with each task. (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tiki-toki.com\">www.tiki-toki.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.preceden.com\/\"><strong>Preceden<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> A simple and effective option for planning and documenting milestones. The free account allows for unlimited timelines but with a maximum of 10 events per timeline. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.preceden.com\/\">https:\/\/www.preceden.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/my.visme.co\/\"><strong>Visme<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Similar to Canva, this tool enables the creation of interactive timelines with a professional focus. Its freemium model offers useful basic features. (<a href=\"https:\/\/my.visme.co\/\">https:\/\/my.visme.co\/<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The facilitator should also critically reflect on the use of these tools in the group\u2019s work. This includes evaluating how they contributed to the group\u2019s progress, documenting the advantages and limitations encountered, and proposing ideas to improve their application in future tasks. This reflection should form part of the blog post, encouraging a critical and responsible perspective on the use of technology.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>TRANSLATOR<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2336 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"366\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee.jpeg 1792w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee-300x171.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee-1024x585.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee-768x439.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee-1536x878.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee-500x286.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee-800x457.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-19.55.59-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-translator-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-actively-engaged-in-selecting-core-concepts-for-a-wee-1280x731.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 366px) 100vw, 366px\" \/>The translator is responsible for selecting, each week, <strong>four core concepts<\/strong> directly related to the weekly task. These concepts must connect to the task\u2019s content, the type of media produced as part of the task, or the class dynamics used for presenting the task. At least one concept must address the <strong>geek component<\/strong>, one must relate to the <strong>methodological-pedagogical aspect<\/strong>, and two must focus on the\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>activity&#8217;s theoretical framework<\/strong><\/span>. This role is essential for fostering a deeper understanding of critical terms, supporting the development of course competencies, and providing valuable resources for further study.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>geek component<\/strong> refers to technical or technological aspects of the task, including tools, platforms, software, or digital processes used during the activity. For example, if the task involves creating a video, the geek component might involve exploring video editing software or technical terms related to video production. Similarly, if the task requires online collaboration, the geek component could focus on the platforms or systems used to facilitate that process. This aspect ensures that students develop digital fluency and can navigate and leverage technology effectively.<\/p>\n<p>For each concept, the translator must conduct thorough research to provide a clear, original definition written in their own words. Definitions should be concise yet comprehensive, ranging between 50 and 150 words, and must align with the specific focus of the week\u2019s task. Alongside the definition, the translator must recommend at least two bibliographic references per concept. These references should be selected using an academic AI tool and must be relevant to the topic or its application in the task. The translator should briefly explain the relevance of each reference and why it was chosen, ensuring proper attribution and documentation of all sources.<\/p>\n<p>To carry out this task effectively, the translator will use academic AI tools to identify scientific references. Recommended tools include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.semanticscholar.org\/\"><strong>Semantic Scholar<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> A free database offering scholarly articles with key insights and citations. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.semanticscholar.org\/\">https:\/\/www.semanticscholar.org\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.connectedpapers.com\/\"><strong>Connected Papers<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Helps visualise connections between academic papers on similar topics. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.connectedpapers.com\/\">https:\/\/www.connectedpapers.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchrabbit.ai\/\"><strong>ResearchRabbit<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Facilitates exploring and discovering scientific literature interactively. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchrabbit.ai\/\">https:\/\/www.researchrabbit.ai\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/openalex.org\/\"><strong>OpenAlex<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> A free index of academic papers and research connections. <a href=\"https:\/\/openalex.org\/\">https:\/\/openalex.org\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The translator must also critically examine the definitions and references provided, documenting how the sources support the task and contribute to the group\u2019s understanding. This reflection must demonstrate thoughtful engagement with the materials and highlight the role of technology in enhancing research outcomes. The aim is to create a robust resource for the group, with practical and theoretical value that directly supports the task and tompetencies of this course,. The goal is to have a good archive to study for the exam and develop future courses along the degree.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>ANALYST<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2337 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"339\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h.jpeg 1792w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h-300x171.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h-1024x585.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h-768x439.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h-1536x878.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h-500x286.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h-800x457.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.01.01-An-image-representing-the-role-of-a-female-analyst-in-an-academic-setting-engaged-in-a-thoughtful-qualitative-analysis.-She-is-actively-talking-to-h-1280x731.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 339px) 100vw, 339px\" \/>The analyst is responsible for conducting the final reflection of the assignment and evaluating group members&#8217; performance each week. This role requires critical and metacognitive abilities to analyze both individual and collective learning, as well as the dynamics of the group&#8217;s teamwork.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Evaluation of Group Members&#8217; Performance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The analyst must evaluate each group member\u2019s contribution to the task on a weekly basis. This evaluation follows the general rules outlined below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The grade will range from 1 to 5, using only whole numbers.<\/li>\n<li>A grade of 3 (out of 5) means that the person has correctly completed their function and task part on time, without significant mistakes.<\/li>\n<li>If all group members receive the same grade, the teacher will disregard the grade, and the analyst will be penalised.<\/li>\n<li>Each grade must be qualitatively justified, explaining the rationale behind the mark.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>At the end of each week, the analyst must submit this evaluation (both numerical and qualitative) in an online questionnaire provided through the LMS.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Team\u2019s Final Reflection<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In addition to the evaluation, the analyst is responsible for guiding and writing the final reflection of the team. This reflection should address not only what was learned about the subject content, but also about teamwork and the experience of being a teacher. The following guiding questions should be used:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>How did the process of working on this task match your initial expectations? Did anything surprise you about how the task was completed or how your team worked?<\/li>\n<li>What was the most valuable learning moment? Reflecting on your interaction with the chatbot, what insights did you gain about the work you did and the approach you took?<\/li>\n<li>Which skills or knowledge did you develop most effectively through this task, and how can you apply them in future activities?<\/li>\n<li>How confident are you that the work reflects your own ideas and contributions? Can you describe moments during the process that demonstrated this?<\/li>\n<li>How do the insights and learning from this task connect with your knowledge or other areas of your studies? Were there any surprising connections you discovered?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Reflection Using AI Tools<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Before writing the final reflection, the analyst must complete an additional exercise using a chatbot or virtual assistant (such as <strong>ChatGPT<\/strong>, <strong>PromptPerfect<\/strong>, or <strong>Copilot<\/strong>). The objective of this exercise is to encourage a deeper reflection on the task. The analyst must follow the instructions included in the \u201cself-reflection AI helper\u201d document included in the LMS (sorry for the Blog&#8217;s readers; I&#8217;ll share it lately after testing it a bit more). Once finished the interaction, please <strong>Upload the conversation with the chatbot<\/strong> in the analyst questionnaire, along with the weekly evaluation and the numerical\/qualitative feedback on team members\u2019 performance. This should be submitted in the same place within the LMS. Based on the chatbot\u2019s interaction, the analyst must perform The <strong>Team\u2019s final reflection<\/strong> on what was learned during the activity.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>The analyst plays a crucial role<\/strong> in guiding the team through reflection and metacognition. Their responsibilities go beyond evaluating the team\u2019s performance; they are key to helping the group critically assess their progress and the application of technology in the learning process. This role ensures the team reflects on its achievements, challenges, and learning experiences, promoting a deeper understanding of the subject matter and group dynamics.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>STAR<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2340 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"316\" height=\"181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan.webp 1792w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan-300x171.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan-1024x585.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan-1536x878.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan-500x286.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan-800x457.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.00.57-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Star__-in-an-academic-setting-featuring-a-female-student-presenting-the-completed-task-to-her-peers.-She-stan-1280x731.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 316px) 100vw, 316px\" \/>The <strong>Star<\/strong> is a key group member responsible for presenting the task, collecting feedback from both the professor (Linda) and peers, and using that feedback to improve the task. This role requires strong communication skills, active listening, and the ability to reflect on and constructively implement feedback.<\/p>\n<p>The responsibilities of the Star are:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Presenting the Task<\/strong>:<br \/>\nThe Star will present the completed task to the class, ensuring that the task\u2019s objectives, process, and results are communicated. The presentation should be well-structured, concise, and highlight key points of the task.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collecting Feedback from the Professor (Linda)<\/strong>:<br \/>\nAfter the presentation, the Star will gather feedback from the professor, Linda. This feedback should focus on the task&#8217;s strengths and areas for improvement. The Star should take note of specific suggestions that can help refine the task.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collecting Feedback from Peers<\/strong>:<br \/>\nIn addition to feedback from the professor, the Star will actively seek feedback from peers. This involves asking targeted questions during or after the presentation to gather opinions on what worked well and what could be improved.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Writing a Reflection Post<\/strong>:<br \/>\nAfter gathering the feedback, the Star will write a detailed reflection post that includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Outcome of the task<\/strong>: A summary of the task, including the objectives, results, and challenges faced during the process.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>Feedback received<\/strong>: A thorough account of the feedback from both Linda and peers during the presentation. This should be a balanced view, covering both positive and constructive feedback.Please provide a<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Incorporating feedback<\/strong>: A detailed plan of how the feedback will be incorporated into the task to improve its quality. The Star should explain how specific suggestions will be applied and what changes will be made to enhance the final result.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Remember that\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">I want to see feedback\u00a0<strong>implemented in the different tasks in the final portfolio<\/strong><\/span>, so collecting and reflecting on feedback is <strong>crucial<\/strong>. How the input is integrated into the tasks will be an important part of the overall evaluation.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Star<\/strong> is essential in promoting continuous improvement within the group. Not only does the Star present the task, but they also ensure that feedback is actively collected and applied to enhance the quality of the task. This role encourages reflection, collaboration, and a commitment to ongoing improvement.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>SPOTTER<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2339 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"372\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts.webp 1792w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts-300x171.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts-1024x585.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts-1536x878.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts-500x286.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts-800x457.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.lindacastaneda.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/DALL\u00b7E-2025-01-20-20.02.14-An-image-representing-the-role-of-the-__Spotter__-in-an-academic-setting.-The-scene-shows-a-student-reviewing-blogs-from-other-groups-analyzing-posts-1280x731.webp 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 372px) 100vw, 372px\" \/>The Spotter<\/strong> is a key member of the group responsible for reviewing the blogs of other groups and analysing the posts of the <strong>Analysts<\/strong> and <strong>Translators<\/strong> from at least two groups in the class for the PREVIOUS task. Their mission is to identify what their group has not considered, whether concepts, reflections, or approaches, and bring new perspectives to enrich the group\u2019s work.<\/p>\n<p>The responsibilities of the Star are:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Reviewing Other Groups\u2019 Blogs<\/strong>: <strong>The Spotter<\/strong> must review the posts \u2013from the PREVIOUS task\u2013 of the <strong>Analysts<\/strong> and <strong>Translators<\/strong> from other two groups. Rather than selecting key concepts, their task is to identify what their group has not considered in terms of concepts, reflections, or approaches that may be relevant to their team\u2019s work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Comparative Analysis of Reflections<\/strong>: <strong>The Spotter<\/strong> must explain in their post what they have found in the reflections of other groups that their group has not considered. This includes identifying new ideas, approaches, or concepts that could enrich their group\u2019s work and that have not been addressed up to this point.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Creating an Accumulative Diagram<\/strong>: After performing the analysis, <strong>The Spotter<\/strong> must generate a diagram showing the terms worked on in each task, including the terms they have found in other groups, as well as essential aspects of what has been learned in that task, both from their group and from other groups. This diagram must <strong>grow<\/strong> with each task, accumulating new concepts and reflections as the activities progress. Spotter must use an online tool to create the diagram<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The following free online tools are recommended for creating the diagram:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>MindMeister<\/strong>: An online tool for creating mind maps and visual collaborative diagrams. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindmeister.com\/\">https:\/\/www.mindmeister.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Coggle<\/strong>: A tool for creating flowcharts and collaborative mind maps. <a href=\"https:\/\/coggle.it\/\">https:\/\/coggle.it\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lucidchart<\/strong>: A tool for creating visual diagrams and collaborating in real-time. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lucidchart.com\/\">https:\/\/www.lucidchart.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Mural<\/strong>: A collaborative tool that allows teams to create visual maps and diagrams. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mural.co\/\">https:\/\/www.mural.co\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>MindMup<\/strong>: A free tool for creating collaborative mind maps. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mindmup.com\/\">https:\/\/www.mindmup.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>The Spotter<\/strong> must include (preferably embed) the diagram in their post and provide a detailed explanation of the differences and key aspects found in other groups&#8217; work and how these can enrich their group\u2019s work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">The\u00a0<strong>spotter&#8217;s role<\/strong>\u00a0is essential for fostering comparative analysis and learning between groups. This role ensures that the group is aware of approaches and concepts other teams are exploring, which helps enrich the team\u2019s work and improve the quality of reflection and concepts. Additionally, as an\u00a0<strong>accumulative<\/strong>\u00a0task<strong>, the diagram will grow with each task,<\/strong> resulting in a complete and collaborative map by the end of the course.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>We have just started. My students are in a panic after the first-week hehehehehe, but I think the work could be exciting. We&#8217;ll see.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;ll keep you posted.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This year, I have started working with my students on something new that somehow transforms the day-to-day of our subject. 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