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Hi Everyone:
I am Gloria Joseph from the village of All Saints, in the Parish of St.John's.  I am a teacher for several years. 

I hope that at the end of this course that has teachers we would acquire the necessary tools that would enhance the delivery of our lessons in the classroom. It is also my hope that I will be able to encourage my other colleagues to appreciate what ICT has to offer in making teaching more creative and excited for all involved.  Wishing everyone al the best throughout this course.  Let us continue to learn and share.

Best regards

Gloria

Gloria Joseph Module 1B – 3 Group Activity 1: Discussion

Module 1B – 3 Group Activity 1:  Discussion

"It is impossible for a developing nation to compete with developed nations in the field of ICT integration in schools"

The technological bridge between developing countries definitely makes it impossible for developing nation o compete with developed nations when comes to the area of ICT integration in our school systems or education.  If these developing countries would compete with developed countries in this area of ICT integration, their status would definitely change.   These countries would no longer be called developing countries but rather be called developed countries.

As we know that education is the center or core of the development of any country.  Therefore of the developing countries were really into using ICT in our education system the developing countries would be on their way towards country development.  In these countries we are faced with insurmountable challenges due to spacing constraints.  For example, Schools in Antigua, more so the All Saints Secondary School, there are approximately sixty-four computers to facilitate about seven hundred students.  As a result of this students are not exposed in the delivery of ICT in their lessons. 

There are lots of challenges that would affect developing countries, causing them to be seated in the back of the technological train.  Such factors the lack of training due to funds not being available and proper planning by administrators.   Until the necessary mechanisms are in place, the developing countries will never be able to keep up with these developing countries.

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Gloria Joseph

Module 1B-3: Activity 1: Audit of my school’s ICT use (What we have and what we do with it)

Gloria Joseph

Module 1B-3: Activity 1: Audit of my school’s ICT use

(What we have and what we do with it)

In this technological age my school is fairly equipped with the basic ICT tools to get our children on their way in this rapid changing technological world.  Like all secondary schools in Antigua and Barbuda we are faced with the challenge of limited space.  Therefore some of the students are not able to get fully involved in the use of ICT with computers. 

In order to enhance learning in this techno-age we make use of two fully equip computer labs with approximately twenty three computers in each lab.  We also have colour and black and white printers, fax machine and also a computer access center which is in full use.  These computer labs are network with reliable internet service.  We are also blessed with a projector that is used by a staff of about sixty five teachers. 

At the administrative level there are sic computers and other equipment that facilitate in the smooth process of data collecting, recording and dissemination of information and data.  The world of education is rapidly changing; as a result of this technological world it is important that we integrate ICT into all subject areas.  Having our teachers being exposed to the use of ICT tools would help to innovate and create a more technology based learning environment, since they are in this popular ICT age.  As we know that ICT does not entail computer alone, but involves radio and televisions.  They are used by the foreign language, history and literature teachers.

We need to understand the ICT will prepare our children for successful lives and career in an increasingly technological society.

Gloria Joseph MODULE 2A-4: Activity 1 Reflection: The Roles of aTeacher

Gloria Joseph

MODULE 2A-4: Activity 1

Reflection:   The Roles of a Teacher

Learning never really ends.   Engage in this activity has really enhanced my skills in this area. I can proudly say that it is very rewarding to me.  I got little frustrated but am getting there. 

Learning is an ongoing thing. As teachers it is our responsibility to educate ourselves in ongoing academic and professional growth.    

CCTI ORIENTATION WORKSHOP DAY 2

FRIDAY 18th NOVEMBER. 2011

Will time be a problem for us all?

Commonwealth of learning network in Antigua

 THURSDAY 17th November, 2011
CCTI Orientation Workshop Day 1

Hello Friends,


It is certainly a pleasure to be apart of this group/class. Even though we are having a some challenges with the internet,we can still look for the positive.

Education is a journey not a success