Applying technology TO the teaching process
There are several applications and strategies that teachers can apply TO the designing of lessons and units. There are three tools that support the teaching process that will be highlighted here.
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A teacher's guided tour of the classroom for her new students. She describes the 'learning landscape' that the students are about to enter. Finding interesting ways to apply technology to engage, communicate, and connect to students, parents and other educators.
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Applying technology WITHIN the design process
The combinations and adaptations are limitless. The challenge is focusing on the student learning outcomes, student learning profiles, technology tools available in the classroom, and teaching steps to get from one point in the learning journey to a goal or target. Finding the right tools and applications can be a simple or challenging process, depending on these determining factors. Exploring options within networked communities is essential in order to find the best fit for the learning task. Below, there are some examples modelling how technology is designed to support the pedagogy and learning events.
The combinations and adaptations are limitless. The challenge is focusing on the student learning outcomes, student learning profiles, technology tools available in the classroom, and teaching steps to get from one point in the learning journey to a goal or target. Finding the right tools and applications can be a simple or challenging process, depending on these determining factors. Exploring options within networked communities is essential in order to find the best fit for the learning task. Below, there are some examples modelling how technology is designed to support the pedagogy and learning events.
Considerations in the design process
As you begin to design learning with technology, you need to consider
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In his blog post 8 Things to Look for in Today's Classroom, George Couros outlines elements that need to be considered when designing classroom teaching and learning with technology. Voice, choice, reflection, innovation, critical thinking, problem solving, self-assessment, and connecting are all part of the learning landscape.
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References and Resources
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