Reflection : Activity
Integrated Approach
Although there might be challenges using the integrated approach, I definitely believe that it is the best approach. Students will learn to use the computer in a very meaningful way. They will not only be learning how to use the computer but using the computer to complete an assigned task.
I am definitely enlightened every time I read the articles for each activity. This one in particle was very interesting. I realized that the integrated approach embodies computer literacy.
Thursday 21 March 2013
Wednesday 13 March 2013
Reflection 4 : Self Activity.
Before a child enters school there are certain things he or she might have learnt.
Home list:
Before a child enters school there are certain things he or she might have learnt.
Home list:
- names of family members
- how to do chores
- courtesy and manners
- names of objects in the home
- time of day
- symbols and shapes
- hygiene
- objects in the environment
- workers in the community
- games
- culture
- plants and animals
- observation
- exploring
- socializing with friends and family members
- practice
Reflection: Activity 4
This activity had me doing some introspection. I realized that as educators we are guilty sometimes in not allowing students to explore. Sometimes we teach the students a concept and they are unable to remember because we fail to realize that there are varying abilities and different learning styles in the classroom. The article also challenged me to allow my students to explore and experience new things for themselves more often. As educators we want our students to be creative and to be critical thinkers, yet we are ones who are hampering their development.
This activity had me doing some introspection. I realized that as educators we are guilty sometimes in not allowing students to explore. Sometimes we teach the students a concept and they are unable to remember because we fail to realize that there are varying abilities and different learning styles in the classroom. The article also challenged me to allow my students to explore and experience new things for themselves more often. As educators we want our students to be creative and to be critical thinkers, yet we are ones who are hampering their development.
Monday 11 March 2013
Reflection: Activity 3
I am truly happy that I am taking this course. I am learning new things that I can integrate in the teaching of my lessons . The tutorial on Mindmeiser was very interesting . I have to say that it's the first time I'm actually hearing about it . I realized that as teachers, geographic location is not a problem if we want to do a collaborative piece of work .
I am truly happy that I am taking this course. I am learning new things that I can integrate in the teaching of my lessons . The tutorial on Mindmeiser was very interesting . I have to say that it's the first time I'm actually hearing about it . I realized that as teachers, geographic location is not a problem if we want to do a collaborative piece of work .
Tuesday 5 March 2013
Reflection : Two generations of teachers Differences in attitudes
towards ICT
After reading the above article, I am more enlightened about some of the reasons why teachers have different attitudes towards ICT. The article also challenged me to take every opportunity to develop myself as a young teacher and also to impart the knowledge gained to others who need my assistance . The factors that were listed in Silvia's article are some of the same factors I believe that are affecting many teachers in different parts of the world. It is so true that if teachers do not get technical assistance and professional support they can become fearful when using the computer and as result they are seen as being uninterested.
After reading the above article, I am more enlightened about some of the reasons why teachers have different attitudes towards ICT. The article also challenged me to take every opportunity to develop myself as a young teacher and also to impart the knowledge gained to others who need my assistance . The factors that were listed in Silvia's article are some of the same factors I believe that are affecting many teachers in different parts of the world. It is so true that if teachers do not get technical assistance and professional support they can become fearful when using the computer and as result they are seen as being uninterested.
Sunday 3 March 2013
"It is impossible for a developing nation to compete with developed nations in the field of ICT integration in schools."
I definitely believe that it not impossible for a developing nation to compete with developed nation in the field of ICT integration. It might be challenging due to lack of resources, but I must reiterate it's not impossible.
I definitely believe that it not impossible for a developing nation to compete with developed nation in the field of ICT integration. It might be challenging due to lack of resources, but I must reiterate it's not impossible.
Reflection : Activity 1
I realised that ICT can be used in so many different ways . I like the idea that the use of ICT in and of itself does not necessarily promote a particular learning approach but the philosophy and pedagogical framework must drive the use of computers in the education. In my school, ICT is used to gather information using the internet, computer Literacy , research and projects. It is used to equip students for a future and for the world of work. We are living in a changing world and we can't stick the status quo, thus ICT is integral.
I realised that ICT can be used in so many different ways . I like the idea that the use of ICT in and of itself does not necessarily promote a particular learning approach but the philosophy and pedagogical framework must drive the use of computers in the education. In my school, ICT is used to gather information using the internet, computer Literacy , research and projects. It is used to equip students for a future and for the world of work. We are living in a changing world and we can't stick the status quo, thus ICT is integral.
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