Module 2A_4 Activity 9: Evaluating web-hosted information purpose

This activity was very informative and quite refreshing.  The saying is rather true that education in fact is a sharing and learning process.  There is certain information that was new to me.  After going through this time consuming activity I am now capable of using websites better by checking the data properly.

Group 2A-4 Activity 11: PLN

Group 2A-4 Activity 11: Creating a Personal Learning Network

Personal Learning Network consists of the entire collection of people that learners would interact with to gain information or knowledge in a personal learning environment; usually online.  Examples of PLN are twitter, LinkedIn and the popular facebook.   It is through these PLN that educators keep current with the ever changing world of technology.  So as educators it is necessary for us to get involved or be a part of a PLN, if we are going to successfully integrate ICT into our teaching and learning process.  PLN are terrific ways to that are used to extend our knowledge and learning outside our classrooms. 

Activity 10A: Social Media

Group 2A- 4 Activity 10A: Social media as a professional development resource                

Social media includes Portable and web-based technologies that are used to turn communication into dialogues that are interactive.  In other words these social networks are a way of connecting to people in a very powerful way. Social media is not just a toy but a tool where one can build a platform for sharing information. It is also used to share valuable content in many different formats such as twitter and blog post and other powerful articles and videos.  As teachers this social media can enhanced the development of our profession.  Being a part of a social network we can collaborate by sharing and learning.

Group 1B-3 Activity 8: Impact of ICT on schools

Group 1B-3: Impact of ICT on schools   Activity 8a and 8b – Teaching Spaces and Curriculum delivery

As we embrace these rapid changes in technology we have to do things differently.   As educators we are all part of this big educational world that is constantly changing.   Therefore it is our duty to change as this educational world change around us.    As we know that the teaching and learning process is constantly changing.   As some would say, it is not a one size fit all.    We  just have to modify the way we teach whether we have ICT or not so that our student can become motivated to learn. 

The integration of the technology can and will empower teachers and learners, by transforming teaching and learning process from being highly teacher-dominated to student-centered.   As a result of this integration, will increased learning by creating and allowing for opportunities for learners to develop such areas of creativity and communication skills.

The uses of ICT as a tool in our classroom and beyond will enhance the learning experiences for children for children and teachers. 

Module 1B-3: Activity 7: School

Group1b-3 Activity 7 - School staff development

Reflection

ICT has the potential to improve significantly, the quality of learning and teaching in our schools.  ICT would also raise the achievement of our learners.  Therefore in order for the integration of ICT into the school system to be successful, our teachers must be equipped with the necessary knowledge and tools of the technology in order to impact it effectively in the classroom.

Group 1B-3 Activity 5: Myth of Computer literacy (Reflection)

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Group 1B-3 Activity 5: Myth of Computer literacy (Reflection)

There are many myths about what is computer literacy in this rapid changing computer environment. One may say that computer literacy involves the types of computer skills that person will need to function in an information –based society.    Computer literacy is basically having the basic skills and knowledge to impart as the need arises.  

The integration of technology should serve to guide, expand and enhance learning objectives.  It is understood that teachers and students do need to spend time learning the basics of using a computer. This is necessary in order to move to effectively integrating technology.   It is paramount that teachers definitely acquire certain basic ICT competencies in order to integrate it into their disciplines in order to make learning more meaningful.  

According to the reading, teachers’ taking the integrated approach is just simply acquiring the computer skills in the context of activity that is meaningful to learners.  In other words, using such approach call for learning by doing, learner-centered learning in learner-interest contexts.   

Group 2A-4 Activity 7: Spreadsheets as a learning resource (Reflection)

 

Gloria Joseph

Group 2A-4 Activity 7: Spreadsheets as a learning resource (Reflection)

Having gone through these exercises in spreadsheet I realized that I have forgotten how useful this tool can be.  There are many uses of spreadsheets beyond the simple arithmetical and data analysis we are used to. Spreadsheets can assist us in many tasks with accuracy and speed.  I always enjoy doing graphs in spreadsheet, so to work with the graphs in his lesson was really a treat.  

Spread sheet can be a very powerful learning tool in teaching; teachers can select the context that is most appropriate for their particular needs.  This tool can be used in mathematics and the sciences, spreadsheets could be used to convert temperature figures whether in Celsius or far hermetic, metric to imperial measurements, pounds to kilos, exchange rates among a host of other measurements.

 

Spreadsheets as a learning resource offer students and teachers with a way to view data in various formats (pie charts, line graphs, bar graphs, and the like). When students and teachers are able to view data in various formats, they are able to make important visual discoveries about their data.  Suffice to say that the use of spreadsheet in many disciplines would enhance learning.   

As we continue to move into this technological world it would be good if has teachers we equip ourselves with the knowledge of this tool.  As a result of this, our student would be motivated to learn, it would be excited to because they are already “tecky”.

Gloria Joseph Group 1B-3 Activity 3 Learner's Charter (Reflection)

Gloria Joseph

Group 1b-3 Activity 3 Learner’s Charter  (Reflection - )

The online collaborative exercise was enjoyable and inspiring.  Just being able to work with other educators in the same field on different project really intrigues me.   There are so many ideas going around in my head now that I can’t wait to share them with my other colleagues.  These ideas will certainly allow us to use this collaborating ICT tool.

I am so excited about the Learners charter.  The results of the Learners Charter, was attention-grabbing to me.   My colleagues were able to put themselves in the place of a learner and come up with a statement, and I believe I can say confidently that the majority of these statements were connected to the feelings of their little learners.  

Therefore if our ‘techno” learners of this age are to participate actively in our classroom, we have to allow them to have ICT at every subject. 

We can sum up all the Learners Charter statements by saying:  Learners and educators have the right to access any material or resource that is going to improve their quality of learning in this ICT enriched environment.

Module 2A-4 Activity 4 : Spreadsheets for Administrative purposes: Recordbook (Reflection)

Module 2A-4 Activity 4:  Spreadsheets for Administrative purposes:  Recordbook   (Reflection)

The spreadsheets activity focused on the management of data in various formats.  It starts simple and then moves into more complex formulas. 

Spreadsheets provide invaluable tools to teachers for them to collect and calculate data of all types.  Beyond arithmetic, teachers can format data to create clear concise reports, Excel would allow teachers to move away from the boring (dull) task of calculating student grades and averages every term.  Just by a mere clicking of a button the creation of students report is done. As teachers excel will definitely  provide a method where we can be more organized and analyzed.

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Module 2A-4 Activity 3 Word processor as an administrative resource‏ (Reflection)

Word processors are the most used technology tools in education, with application to assist teachers in their lesson plan and assist in creating that activity that would capture their student’s attention. 
Furthermore a teacher’s work is made easier when a document can be adapted for a new need rather than created from scratch.  By just using the word processor to write assignments, creating reports, and even to write letters home, we are creating a personal database of material for future use.      Oh yes, my administrative document that was created are a suspension form and a transcript.  (Templates created for future use)
It is significant for teachers to understand that the word processor makes text consistently easy to read.

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Module 2A-4 Activity 3: Lesson Preparation – Reflection

Gloria Joseph

I am always excited about the different uses of the word processor.  I am able to save my notes for future use.  One of my word processor lessons preparations document is my lecture notes for the third form students that were prepared according to the CXC syllabus. As the syllabus change, am able to modify and save.

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