Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Technology Integration Now and Then
To integrate technology to me means using technology in a positive way that can help students learn. Many people fear technology because they are not "digital natives" but rather "digital immigrants." They have to learn to become accustom to the new advances in technology. Todays teachers have to not only know how to teach legacy content but also future content to students. They must learn to communicate in the language and style of the students. Todays learners like information fast due to all the technological advances. I grew-up using typewriters, VCR's and we found it exciting when we were able to record ourselves with a camcorder to create a home movie. Today we have so much technology available at our fingertips that we need to find ways to utilize it. We can not only learn from our students but also teach them using technology integration.
Monday, September 19, 2011
21st Century Learners
Importance of 21st century skills and the Xs and Os that engage 21st century learners
Five common themes
1. Creativity & innovation in the classroom
2. Willing & able to use technology
3. Technology to assist in learning
4. Guide, motivate and support learning with technology
5. Engage students through technology
The term "21st-century skills" is used to refer to certain core competencies such as creativity, digital literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving through technology which will help 21st century students thrive in today's world.
The role of technology with regard to 21st century learners is that it teaches them to create, analyze, engage, evaluate, apply and think.
3 ideas I would like to discuss regarding 21st century skills is one we have seen the positive effects of technology but there are also negative effects and those need to be addressed. Second, as teachers we need to learn how we must guide, motivate and support our students in technology and what are some ways in which we can do this. Third, being that 21st century students are digital learners should we be worried about the amount of time that they do spend around electronic devices and perhaps push more outdoor activity?
Five common themes
1. Creativity & innovation in the classroom
2. Willing & able to use technology
3. Technology to assist in learning
4. Guide, motivate and support learning with technology
5. Engage students through technology
The term "21st-century skills" is used to refer to certain core competencies such as creativity, digital literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving through technology which will help 21st century students thrive in today's world.
The role of technology with regard to 21st century learners is that it teaches them to create, analyze, engage, evaluate, apply and think.
3 ideas I would like to discuss regarding 21st century skills is one we have seen the positive effects of technology but there are also negative effects and those need to be addressed. Second, as teachers we need to learn how we must guide, motivate and support our students in technology and what are some ways in which we can do this. Third, being that 21st century students are digital learners should we be worried about the amount of time that they do spend around electronic devices and perhaps push more outdoor activity?
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